UP Free LPG Refill: Diwali 2026 Rules

UP Ujjwala Free LPG Refill for Diwali 2026: Who Gets It Between October and December 2026 and How to Make Sure You Don’t Miss It

Uttar Pradesh has approved the continuation of its free LPG refill scheme for eligible beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the financial year 2026–27. The state plans to provide one free LPG cylinder refill during the Diwali period and another around Holi, subject to the scheme’s eligibility and verification requirements.

According to the cabinet decision reported on 9 October 2026, the first refill is scheduled for October to December 2026, while the second is planned for January to March 2027. The state government has allocated an estimated ₹2,142.78 crore for the initiative. Source: DD India.

If your family has an Ujjwala LPG connection, the key step is to confirm that your connection, Aadhaar authentication and bank details meet the requirements. Here is how to check your eligibility and avoid missing the benefit.

What is the UP Ujjwala free LPG refill scheme?

The scheme is a Uttar Pradesh government initiative that provides eligible PMUY beneficiaries with two free LPG refills during the financial year, traditionally timed around Diwali and Holi.

For 2026–27, the announced schedule is:

Refill phase	Scheduled period
Diwali refill	October–December 2026
Holi refill	January–March 2027

The first phase is intended to cover the Diwali period. However, the announcement of a phase does not mean every eligible household will receive the benefit on the same day. Processing and payment can depend on the LPG connection, refill transaction and verification status.

The state’s 2025–26 cabinet decision also specified two free refills, with the first phase running from October to December 2025 and the second from January to March 2026. The 2026–27 continuation follows a similar schedule. Source: Uttar Pradesh government cabinet decision, 26 September 2025.

Who is eligible for the Diwali 2026 free refill?

The benefit is intended for eligible beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in Uttar Pradesh. The state government’s reported eligibility conditions include Aadhaar-linked bank accounts and completed Aadhaar authentication. Source: DD India.

Before relying on the benefit, check the following:

You have an active LPG connection registered under PMUY.
Your LPG consumer details are correct.
Your Aadhaar authentication is complete.
Your bank account is active and correctly linked for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), where applicable.
You follow the refill booking and verification procedure specified by your LPG distributor and the state scheme.

Important: Having an ordinary domestic LPG connection does not automatically make a household eligible for the state’s Ujjwala-specific free-refill benefit. Confirm that your connection is recorded under PMUY.

How is the free LPG refill provided?

The state has announced a free-refill benefit, but beneficiaries should confirm the exact processing method with their LPG distributor. In previous phases, the process has involved booking a refill and transferring the eligible amount to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.

This means that, depending on the applicable procedure, a beneficiary may need to pay the distributor for a cylinder first and receive the eligible amount through DBT afterward.

Do not assume that the cylinder will necessarily be delivered without an upfront payment. Ask your distributor how the 2026 Diwali phase is being processed and whether the amount will be credited directly to your bank account.

Also distinguish the state’s free-refill benefit from the separate central PMUY subsidy. The two programmes may have different rules and payment timelines.

How to make sure you do not miss the benefit

Step 1: Check that your LPG connection is registered under Ujjwala

Contact your LPG distributor or check your consumer account through your oil marketing company’s official website or app.

Confirm that your connection is classified as a PMUY connection and that your registered name, mobile number and consumer details are correct.

If the connection is recorded under the wrong category or your details are outdated, ask the distributor how to correct them before relying on the benefit.

Step 2: Complete Aadhaar authentication

Aadhaar authentication is an important requirement for the state’s announced free-refill benefit.

There is also a separate nationwide LPG authentication rule: the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced that, from 1 October 2026, biometric Aadhaar authentication is required for subsidised domestic LPG refills at the regulated price with applicable subsidy. Consumers who have already completed authentication do not need to repeat it solely because of the new rule. Source: Press Information Bureau, 19 September 2026.

You can complete authentication through the available official channels:

Indane: IndianOil ONE app.
Bharatgas: HelloBPCL app.
HP Gas: HP PAY app.
Your LPG distributor’s showroom.
The delivery person, where the company’s system supports authentication at delivery.

Official instructions and self-authentication guidance are available on the PMUY e-KYC page.

If you are unsure whether authentication has been completed, ask your distributor to check your connection status.

Step 3: Verify your bank account and DBT mapping

If the benefit is processed through a bank transfer, an incorrect or inactive account can delay the credit.

Check that:

Your bank account is active.
Your Aadhaar is seeded with the bank account where required.
The correct account is mapped for DBT.
Your bank details recorded with the LPG distributor are correct.
You can receive SMS alerts or otherwise check your account transactions.

The official PMUY FAQ advises beneficiaries who are not receiving LPG subsidy to verify Aadhaar seeding and NPCI mapping with their bank. Source: PMUY FAQ.

You can check Aadhaar mapping through the NPCI website by navigating to the Bharat Aadhaar Seeding Enabler (BASE) and selecting the Aadhaar-mapped status service.

Do not share your banking password, card PIN or OTP with anyone claiming to arrange the benefit.

Step 4: Book a refill through your regular LPG provider

Follow your provider’s official booking process. The PMUY portal lists several booking methods, including IVRS, missed call and WhatsApp, with options varying by oil marketing company. Source: PMUY official website.

Keep the refill booking number and delivery confirmation. If the scheme’s instructions require a completed refill transaction for reimbursement, these records may help resolve a missing credit.

Step 5: Keep proof of delivery and payment

Save the cylinder delivery receipt, booking confirmation, payment record and any messages about the free-refill benefit.

If you have to pay first and receive the amount later, these records can help the distributor or department investigate a delayed credit.

Step 6: Check your bank statement

During the October–December 2026 phase, monitor your account for any eligible credit. Do not rely exclusively on an SMS because message delivery can fail.

If no credit appears after the applicable processing period, contact your distributor and ask whether the refill and your eligibility have been recorded correctly.

What if your Aadhaar authentication is incomplete?

Start with your LPG distributor or the official app for your connection provider. Ask which authentication method is available for your account.

The government has identified several ways to complete biometric authentication, including self-authentication on oil company apps and verification at the distributor or during delivery. Source: PIB.

If your Aadhaar details do not match your LPG record, ask the distributor how to correct the mismatch. Do not create a second LPG connection to work around an authentication problem.

What if the free-refill amount does not arrive?

If you have booked and received a refill but the expected benefit has not appeared, follow these steps.

Check the transaction: Confirm the refill booking and delivery status.
Check your bank account: Review recent credits and verify your DBT mapping.
Contact your LPG distributor: Ask whether the refill is recorded under the correct PMUY connection and whether the state benefit has been processed.
Contact your oil marketing company: Use the official customer-care channel if the distributor cannot resolve the issue.
Keep your evidence: Save the consumer number, booking reference, delivery receipt, payment proof and bank statement entry relevant to the complaint.
Escalate if needed: Ask for a complaint reference number and the expected next step.

For general LPG assistance, the government’s PMUY portal lists the toll-free number 1800 2333 555. The Ujjwala helpline is 14438. Verify the current contact details on the official PMUY website.

Can a beneficiary receive both the Diwali and Holi refills?

The state has approved two free refills for eligible PMUY beneficiaries during financial year 2026–27. The first is scheduled for October–December 2026 and the second for January–March 2027.

However, each phase may have its own processing timeline and verification requirements. Check the official instructions for each phase rather than assuming that receiving the first benefit automatically confirms the second.

Do you need to apply again for the free refill?

The announcement concerns continuation of the benefit for eligible PMUY beneficiaries. It does not establish that every existing beneficiary must submit a fresh application through a separate online form.

Before filling out any new form, contact your LPG distributor and ask whether your existing PMUY connection is correctly registered for the 2026–27 benefit.

Avoid unofficial registration links and agents who promise guaranteed approval in exchange for a fee.

Frequently asked questions

When will the UP Ujjwala Diwali free refill be provided?

The first phase is scheduled for October to December 2026. Individual delivery or credit dates may vary according to the applicable process.

Who will receive the benefit?

Eligible PMUY beneficiaries in Uttar Pradesh who meet the state scheme’s conditions, including the applicable Aadhaar authentication and bank-linking requirements.

Is the cylinder completely free at the time of delivery?

The state has announced a free-refill benefit, but beneficiaries should confirm the current payment process with their distributor. Depending on the applicable procedure, the eligible amount may be transferred through DBT after a refill transaction.

Is Aadhaar authentication necessary?

The state’s announced eligibility conditions include Aadhaar authentication. Separately, the central government has announced biometric Aadhaar authentication requirements for subsidised domestic LPG refills from 1 October 2026, subject to the official instructions and available procedures.

What if I have an Ujjwala connection but no bank credit?

Check the refill transaction, your bank account and DBT mapping. Then contact your LPG distributor or oil marketing company with your consumer number and transaction details.

Can I apply for a new Ujjwala connection to get the free refill?

A new PMUY connection has separate eligibility conditions. Applicants must generally be adult women from eligible poor households, and the household must not already have an LPG connection registered in a family member’s name. See the official PMUY eligibility guidance.

Final checklist for October–December 2026

Confirm that your LPG connection is registered under PMUY.
Check that your consumer details and mobile number are correct.
Complete any required Aadhaar authentication.
Verify your bank account and DBT mapping.
Book your refill through the official provider.
Keep the booking, delivery and payment receipts.
Monitor your bank account if the benefit is processed through DBT.
Contact the distributor if the refill or credit is delayed.
Check official instructions again before the January–March 2027 phase.

Final word

Uttar Pradesh has approved two free LPG refills for eligible Ujjwala beneficiaries during 2026–27, with the Diwali-phase refill scheduled between October and December 2026 and the next phase between January and March 2027.

To avoid missing the benefit, confirm your PMUY connection status, complete the required Aadhaar authentication, verify your bank and DBT details, and keep proof of your refill transaction. If the benefit does not arrive, contact your distributor with your consumer number and transaction records instead of paying an unofficial agent.

Official sources