- Union Cabinet approves Rs 12,000 crore targeted subsidy for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) consumers in 2025-26.
- Subsidy of Rs 300 per 14.2 kg LPG cylinder for up to 9 refills annually to support affordable LPG usage.
- PMUY has greatly increased LPG use among poor households, improving health and convenience.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana keeps helping women from poor households by providing affordable LPG connections and refills. The recent Union Cabinet approval of a Rs 12,000 crore targeted subsidy for the financial year 2025-26 aims to further support PMUY consumers in keeping access to clean cooking fuel. This subsidy makes sure LPG stays affordable despite international price changes, benefiting millions across India.
Targeted Subsidy Extension for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in 2025-26
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a targeted subsidy of Rs 300 per 14.2 kg LPG cylinder for up to 9 refills per year for PMUY beneficiaries during the fiscal year 2025-26. This subsidy is adjusted for 5 kg cylinders. The total budget for this subsidy is Rs 12,000 crore, showing the government’s commitment to making LPG refills affordable for PMUY consumers.
What is Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?
Started in May 2016, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) aims to provide deposit-free LPG connections to adult women from poor sections across India. As of 1st July 2025, over 10.33 crore PMUY connections have been given nationwide.
PMUY offers a full LPG connection package without any upfront deposit, including the cylinder, pressure regulator, safety hose, Domestic Gas Consumer Card (DGCC) booklet, and installation charges. Under Ujjwala 2.0, the first refill and stove are also provided free. This scheme makes sure beneficiaries do not have to pay any initial costs, as the Government of India and Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) cover these expenses.
How the Targeted Subsidy Supports PMUY Consumers
India imports about 60% of its LPG needs, making prices sensitive to international market changes. To protect PMUY consumers from these price shocks and encourage continued LPG use, the government introduced a targeted subsidy in May 2022. Initially set at Rs 200 per 14.2 kg cylinder for up to 12 refills annually, the subsidy was raised to Rs 300 per cylinder in October 2023.
This subsidy is made to keep LPG refills affordable for PMUY beneficiaries, making sure they keep using clean cooking fuel instead of traditional, polluting options. For the financial year 2025-26, the subsidy will cover up to 9 refills per year, with proportional adjustments for smaller cylinders.
Impact of Subsidy on LPG Consumption Among PMUY Beneficiaries
The targeted subsidy has positively affected LPG use among PMUY households. Average Per Capita Consumption (PCC) has steadily increased from about 3 refills in 2019-20 to 3.68 refills in 2022-23. In the fiscal year 2024-25, this number further improved to about 4.47 refills per household.
This growth shows better access to clean cooking fuel, which helps improve health, reduce indoor air pollution, and enhance quality of life for millions of women and their families.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Subsidy Amount | Rs 300 per 14.2 kg cylinder |
| Number of Refills Covered | Up to 9 refills per year |
| Total Budget for FY 2025-26 | Rs 12,000 crore |
| Total PMUY Connections (as of 01.07.2025) | 10.33 crore |
| Official Website | https://www.pmuy.gov.in |
For more details and to check your eligibility or apply for PMUY benefits, visit the official website pmuy.gov.in.
With this ongoing support, you can enjoy the benefits of clean, safe, and affordable cooking fuel under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, improving your household’s health and convenience.