LPG Gas Connection Transfer: How to Change Name or Address

Whether you have moved to a new address, got married, or need to transfer the gas connection after the death of a family member, the process is straightforward. This guide covers all types of LPG connection transfers — name change, address change, and distributor transfer.

Types of LPG Connection Transfer

1. Name Change After Marriage

Documents Required

• Marriage certificate
• New Aadhaar card with updated name
• Updated bank passbook with new name
• LPG consumer card/subscription voucher
• Application letter requesting name change

Process

1. Visit your LPG distributor with the above documents
2. Fill in the name change request form
3. Submit self-attested copies of all documents
4. The distributor verifies the documents and updates records
5. Updated consumer card is issued within 7–15 working days

Fee

• Nil — no charge for name correction/change

2. Connection Transfer After Death of Consumer

Documents Required

• Death certificate of the original consumer
• Legal heir certificate or succession certificate or family member affidavit
• Identity proof of the new consumer (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport)
• Address proof of the new consumer
• Updated bank passbook with Aadhaar linking
• Original LPG consumer card and subscription voucher (if available)
• NOC from other legal heirs (if applicable)

Process

1. Visit the LPG distributor with all documents
2. Fill in the connection transfer form
3. Submit the death certificate, legal heir certificate, and identity/address proof
4. The distributor verifies the documents and checks for any outstanding dues
5. New subscription voucher is issued in the name of the heir
6. Aadhaar and bank account of the new consumer are linked for subsidy

Timeline

• 15–30 working days after submission of complete documents

Fee

• Nil to ₹50 (nominal processing fee, varies by distributor)

3. Address Change — Same Distributor Area

If you have moved to a new address within the same distributor's service area:

Documents Required

• New address proof (Aadhaar, electricity bill, rent agreement, etc.)
• LPG consumer card
• Application for address change

Process

1. Visit your distributor or apply via the OMC portal
2. Submit new address proof
3. Distributor updates your address in the system
4. You continue to receive deliveries at the new address

Timeline

• 5–10 working days

Fee

• Nil

4. Address Change — Different Distributor Area (TV/TOC Transfer)

If you have moved to a different city or area and need to transfer to a new distributor:

What is TV/TOC?

• TV (Transfer Voucher): Issued by your current distributor to release your connection
• TOC (Transfer of Connection): Accepted by the new distributor in your new area

Documents Required

• At old distributor: LPG consumer card, subscription voucher, last refill receipt
• At new distributor: New address proof, identity proof, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, passport-size photo

Process

Step 1: At Your Current (Old) Distributor

1. Visit your current distributor
2. Submit a written request for TV (Transfer Voucher)
3. Return your existing cylinder and regulator (or pay the difference if damaged)
4. Collect the TV slip — this contains your connection details and deposit information
5. Clear any outstanding dues

Step 2: At Your New Distributor

1. Find an LPG distributor in your new area (same OMC — Indane/HP/Bharat)
2. Visit with the TV slip, new address proof, identity proof, and bank passbook
3. Fill in the TOC (Transfer of Connection) form
4. Submit the documents and TV slip
5. The new distributor assigns you a new consumer number
6. New cylinder and regulator are issued (security deposit adjusted from previous deposit)
7. Link your Aadhaar and bank account to the new consumer number

Can I Transfer Between Different OMCs?

• No. Transfer is only possible within the same OMC (Indane to Indane, HP to HP, Bharat to Bharat)
• If you want to switch from one OMC to another, you must surrender the old connection and take a new connection with the other company

Timeline

• TV issuance: 7–15 days
• TOC processing: 15–30 days at the new distributor
• Total: 3–6 weeks

Fee

• Nil to ₹50 (processing fee varies)
• Security deposit difference may apply if cylinder type changes

How to Apply Online for Transfer

Some OMCs allow online transfer requests:

1. Visit mylpg.in or the respective OMC portal
2. Log in with your consumer number
3. Go to "Request Transfer" or "Update Address"
4. Fill in the new address and distributor preference
5. Upload address proof documents
6. Submit — you may still need to visit the distributor for physical verification

Important Tips

1. Return your cylinder and regulator to the old distributor before moving — this speeds up the TV process.
2. Clear all dues at the old distributor to avoid delays.
3. Keep the TV slip safe — you cannot get a TOC without it.
4. Update Aadhaar address first before applying for LPG address change — it simplifies document verification. See our Aadhaar address change guide.
5. Link Aadhaar to your new bank account at the new location to ensure uninterrupted subsidy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I transfer my LPG connection to another person?

No, LPG connections cannot be transferred to a non-family member. Transfer is only allowed to legal heirs (in case of death) or for name changes within the same family.

2. How long does it take to transfer an LPG connection to a new address?

Within the same distributor area: 5–10 days. To a different area (TV/TOC): 3–6 weeks.

3. Is there a fee for LPG connection transfer?

Generally no fee or a nominal fee of ₹50. However, if your cylinder or regulator is damaged, you may need to pay the difference.

4. Can I transfer from Indane to HP Gas?

No, inter-company transfers are not allowed. You must surrender your Indane connection and apply for a new HP Gas connection.

5. What happens to my security deposit when I transfer?

Your security deposit is transferred from the old distributor to the new one. If there is a difference in deposit amounts (e.g., different cylinder type), you pay or receive the difference.

6. Can I change my LPG distributor without changing my address?

Yes, you can request a distributor change within the same area if another distributor is available. Apply at the new distributor with a TV from the old one.

7. What if I lost my LPG consumer card?

Apply for a duplicate consumer card at your distributor with an FIR copy or self-declaration. Fee is around ₹25–₹50.

Disclaimer: CitizenNest is an independent platform and is not affiliated with any government body or Oil Marketing Company. Processes and fees may vary by distributor — always verify with your local distributor or official portal.