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Documents required for new LPG connection (Indane / Bharatgas / HP Gas) — 2026

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· 2026/04/19 05:02

Direct answer. New LPG connection from Indane (IOC) / Bharatgas (BPCL) / HP Gas (HPCL). Documents: Aadhaar + address proof + photo + bank for subsidy. Standard connection: Rs. 2,200-3,500 (regulator + cylinder + 1 fill). Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY): FREE for BPL women — only needs SECC inclusion + Aadhaar. Apply at distributor.

Mandatory documents

  • Aadhaar — Identity + address proof + DBT-PAHAL routing
  • Bank passbook + cancelled cheque — For PAHAL DBT subsidy
  • Address proof — Aadhaar / Voter ID / Electricity bill / Rent agreement
  • Two passport-size photographs — Recent, white background
  • Application form (KYC) — Available at distributor; downloadable from distributor websites
  • Ration card — Useful but not mandatory
  • Bank account-Aadhaar linkage — For subsidy DBT

Optional / situational documents

  • SECC 2011 inclusion proof — For Ujjwala Yojana eligibility (free connection for BPL women)
  • Domicile / residence proof — For some states' top-up subsidies
  • Surrender proof from old distributor — For inter-distributor / inter-city transfer
  • NOC from previous connection holder — For takeover from family member
  • Death certificate — For inheritance of connection from deceased relative
  • Self-declaration of no other LPG connection — On Rs. 10 stamp paper

Specifications + key rules

  • Standard connection: Rs. 2,200-3,500 (varies by state) — includes regulator + cylinder + 1 fill + safety pipe.
  • Ujjwala Yojana 2.0: FREE for BPL women + SECC 2011 included; no income proof needed for migrant / non-listed via self-declaration.
  • Subsidy via DBT-PAHAL: subsidy goes directly to Aadhaar-linked bank; subsidy/cylinder Rs. 200-300 (varies).
  • Annual cap: 12 subsidised cylinders per household per year.
  • Mobile-Aadhaar linkage mandatory for cylinder booking via SMS/app.
  • 1906 helpline is single LPG emergency number across all 3 PSU distributors.

Where to apply

Distributor (Indane / Bharatgas / HP Gas) office. Online registration at mylpg.in / Indane / Bharatgas / HP Gas websites.

→ Official source: https://www.mylpg.in/index.aspx

If you don't have all documents

If new LPG connection is delayed > 30 days OR Ujjwala benefit denied, file RTI to MoPNG Petroleum Conservation Research Association under §6 for application status + reason for delay + DBT subsidy status.

→ Use our 🪄 AI RTI Drafter to generate a free §6(1) application asking for the rejection reason in 60 seconds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: How much does new LPG cost? — Rs. 2,200-3,500 (varies by state). Ujjwala = FREE for BPL women.
  • Q: Subsidy? — Rs. 200-300/cylinder via DBT-PAHAL. 12 subsidised cylinders/year.
  • Q: Already have LPG, need second connection? — Generally not allowed — one subsidised connection per household. Commercial connection at market price possible.
  • Q: Move to new city — what to do? — Surrender at old distributor (get NOC) + apply at new with NOC.
  • Q: Cylinder not delivered after booking? — Call 1906 + complain to LPG Distributor Selection Committee + RTI to MoPNG.

Summary + next steps

  1. Gather mandatory documents above before applying — saves a re-visit
  2. Apply via official portal (link above) — no agent needed
  3. Track status: see our status-check guides
  4. If rejected for “documents inadequate”: request specific deficiency under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
  5. For state-specific guidance: see state portals directory

All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login)

Sources

  • Statutory references: as cited in Specifications above
  • Official portal: linked in “Where to apply” above
  • RTI Act 2005 §§4, 6, 7, 19

Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.

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