How to Apply for LPG Subsidy & Ujjwala Yojana — Free Gas Connection

If you belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family and don't have an LPG gas connection, the Indian government provides a free LPG connection under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). If you already have a connection, you can receive an LPG subsidy directly in your bank account through DBTL (Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG).

This guide covers everything — from applying for a free connection to checking your subsidy status and booking refills.

Part 1: Ujjwala Yojana — Free LPG Connection

What is Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)?

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is a government scheme launched in 2016 to provide free LPG connections to women from poor households. Under PMUY 2.0 (launched in 2021), the scheme was expanded to cover more categories. As of February 2026, over 10.5 crore connections have been released under this scheme.

Key benefits:

• Free LPG connection (no security deposit)
• Free first refill and hot plate (stove) in many cases
• Connection issued in the name of the woman of the household

Who is Eligible for Free LPG Connection?

You can apply if the adult woman in your household belongs to any of these categories:

1. BPL families — name in SECC-2011 (Socio-Economic Caste Census) list
2. SC/ST households
3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) beneficiaries
4. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) beneficiaries
5. Forest dwellers
6. Most Backward Classes (MBC)
7. Tea and ex-tea garden tribes
8. People living in islands and river islands
9. PMUY 2.0 addition: Migrant workers and families not covered above — no address proof or ration card needed (self-declaration accepted)

Important conditions:

• The applicant must be a woman aged 18 years or above
• No one in the household should already have an LPG connection
• Aadhaar card is mandatory

How to Apply for Ujjwala Yojana (Online + Offline)

Method 1: Apply Online

1. Visit the official PMUY website: https://www.pmuy.gov.in/
2. Click on "Apply for New Connection"
3. Select your preferred Oil Marketing Company (OMC) — Indane (IOC), Bharat Gas (BPCL), or HP Gas (HPCL)
4. Fill in the application form with your details — name, address, Aadhaar number, bank account
5. Upload required documents (scanned copies)
6. Submit the application
7. You will receive an acknowledgement number — save it for tracking

You can also apply through the respective OMC portals:

• Indane (IOC): https://cx.indianoil.in
• Bharat Gas (BPCL): https://my.ebharatgas.com
• HP Gas (HPCL): https://myhpgas.in

Method 2: Apply Offline at LPG Distributor

1. Visit your nearest LPG distributor (Indane, Bharat Gas, or HP Gas)
2. Ask for the Ujjwala Yojana application form (KYC form)
3. Fill in the form with your details
4. Attach photocopies of required documents
5. Submit the form at the distributor
6. The distributor will verify your details and process the connection
7. You will receive your LPG connection within a few days

Documents Required for Ujjwala Yojana

For PMUY 2.0 (migrants): If you don't have address proof, a self-declaration about your address is accepted. No ration card is needed.

Part 2: LPG Subsidy (DBTL) — For Existing Users

What is LPG Subsidy (DBTL)?

DBTL stands for Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG, also known as PAHAL. Under this scheme:

1. You pay the market price for your LPG cylinder at the time of purchase
2. The government subsidy amount is transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account
3. You receive up to 12 subsidised refills per year (for 14.2 kg domestic cylinders)

Note: Subsidy amounts change frequently based on international LPG prices. Sometimes the subsidy may be ₹0 when market prices are low.

How to Check LPG Subsidy Status

For Indane (Indian Oil) Customers:

1. Visit https://cx.indianoil.in
2. Log in with your registered mobile number
3. Go to "My Account" → "Subsidy Status"
4. You can see all subsidy payments and their dates

For Bharat Gas (BPCL) Customers:

1. Visit https://my.ebharatgas.com
2. Log in with your consumer number
3. Check the subsidy tracker section

For HP Gas (HPCL) Customers:

1. Visit https://myhpgas.in
2. Log in with your consumer number
3. Navigate to subsidy details

Check via Bank Statement:

• Look for credits with narration containing "DBTL" or "PAHAL" in your bank account statement
• You can also check your bank passbook for these entries

How to Link Aadhaar to LPG for Subsidy

If your Aadhaar is not linked to your LPG connection, you will not receive the subsidy. Here's how to link it:

1. Visit the customer portal of your OMC (links above)
2. Log in to your account
3. Go to "Update Aadhaar" or "Link Aadhaar" section
4. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number
5. Verify via OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
6. Once verified, your Aadhaar will be linked

Offline method:

1. Visit your LPG distributor
2. Fill in the Aadhaar seeding form
3. Attach a photocopy of your Aadhaar card
4. Submit to the distributor

Important: Your Aadhaar must also be linked to your bank account. Visit your bank branch to seed Aadhaar if not already done.

How to Surrender LPG Subsidy (GiveItUp)

If you can afford LPG at market price and want to help others benefit, you can voluntarily give up your subsidy:

1. Visit the customer portal of your OMC
2. Log in to your account
3. Look for the "GiveItUp" or "Give Up Subsidy" option
4. Confirm your decision
5. Your subsidy will be stopped, and you will pay market price for all future refills

Note: You can opt back in later if needed by contacting your distributor.

Part 3: Managing Your LPG Connection

How to Transfer LPG Connection to a New Address

If you are shifting to a new location:

Within the same distributor area:

1. Visit your distributor or their online portal
2. Submit a transfer request with your new address proof
3. The distributor updates your address in the system

To a different city/area (ToD — Transfer of Distribution):

1. Visit your current distributor and request a No Objection Certificate (NOC) / Termination Voucher (TV)
2. Return your regulator and surrender any pending dues
3. Take the TV to the new distributor in your new city
4. Submit the TV along with new KYC documents and address proof
5. The new distributor will issue a fresh connection book

How to Get a Duplicate Connection Book (Passbook)

If your LPG connection book (passbook) is lost or damaged:

1. Visit your LPG distributor
2. Submit a written request for a duplicate passbook
3. Carry your Aadhaar card and a recent passport-size photo
4. Pay the nominal fee (usually ₹25–50)
5. The distributor will issue a duplicate book

How to Book LPG Refill (All Methods)

You can book your LPG cylinder refill through multiple channels:

Indane (Indian Oil)

Bharat Gas (BPCL)

HP Gas (HPCL)

Other methods (all OMCs):

• Common Service Centre (CSC): Visit your nearest CSC for refill booking
• BBPS Apps: Book and pay through Paytm, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, PhonePe, and other BBPS-enabled apps

Important Helpline Numbers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can men apply for Ujjwala Yojana?

No. The LPG connection under PMUY is issued only in the name of a woman (adult female member of the household). The male members cannot be the primary applicant.

2. How many subsidised cylinders can I get per year?

You are entitled to a maximum of 12 subsidised refills per year for a 14.2 kg domestic cylinder. Refills beyond 12 will be at full market price.

3. I applied for Ujjwala but haven't received the connection. What should I do?

Visit your nearest LPG distributor with your acknowledgement number and Aadhaar card. You can also call the respective OMC helpline number to check your application status.

4. My subsidy is not coming to my bank account. Why?

This can happen if:

• Your Aadhaar is not linked to your LPG connection
• Your Aadhaar is not seeded with your bank account
• Your bank account details are incorrect in the system
• You have exceeded 12 refills in the year

Visit your distributor or OMC portal to verify and update your details.

5. Can I have two LPG connections at the same address?

No. Only one subsidised domestic LPG connection per household is allowed. If a duplicate is found, the subsidy will be blocked.

6. How do I check if my name is in the Ujjwala Yojana beneficiary list?

Visit the PMUY website (https://www.pmuy.gov.in/) and look for the beneficiary list section. You can also check with your local LPG distributor.

7. What is the cost of an LPG cylinder under Ujjwala Yojana?

The first refill is free. After that, you pay the same market price as other consumers, and the subsidy (if applicable) is transferred to your bank account via DBTL.

Last updated: February 2026. Information is based on official government sources. Scheme details may change — always verify with your nearest LPG distributor or the official PMUY website.