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Documents required for new LPG connection (Indane / Bharatgas / HP Gas) — 2026
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.
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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
- Gather mandatory documents above before applying — saves a re-visit
- Apply via official portal (link above) — no agent needed
- Track status: see our status-check guides
- If rejected for “documents inadequate”: request specific deficiency under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
- For state-specific guidance: see state portals directory
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Related on RTI Wiki
- Track status: How to check lpg subsidy status
- If rejected, file RTI: Full RTI guide
- Citizen RTI playbook: All 100+ scenarios
- All documents checklists: All 30 checklists
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.
