🔥 How to Book LPG Gas Cylinder – A Simple and Complete Guide

Cooking gas or LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) is used in almost every home in India. Most families use gas cylinders provided by companies like Indane, Bharat Gas, or HP Gas. To get a new gas cylinder delivered, we must first do gas booking.

This blog explains, in simple words, how to book LPG gas, the different ways to book, how to check the booking status, and some important tips. Whether you live in a city or a village, this guide will help you book your LPG gas easily.

🏠 What is Gas Booking?

Gas booking means telling your LPG gas company that you need a new cylinder. Once you book, the gas agency sends a delivery person to bring the cylinder to your home. Booking is usually done once the previous cylinder is empty or about to finish.

You can book LPG gas through:

Mobile Phone (call or SMS)
WhatsApp
Mobile App
Website
IVRS (Interactive Voice Response System)
CSC Centre (Common Service Centre)
Gas Distributor's office

🏢 Major LPG Gas Providers in India

In India, three major government companies provide LPG gas connections:

Indane Gas – by Indian Oil Corporation
Bharat Gas – by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
HP Gas – by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)

Each company has its own website, app, and booking number.

📞 1. Gas Booking by Phone Call (IVRS)

All three gas companies offer booking by calling a toll-free number.

📱 Indane Gas Booking Number: 77189 55555

📱 Bharat Gas Booking Number: 77150 12345

📱 HP Gas Booking Number: 88888 23456

Steps:

Call the number from your registered mobile number
Follow the voice instructions
Press the number for booking
You’ll get a booking number and SMS confirmation

✔️ This service is available 24x7 and works for both smartphones and feature phones.

💬 2. Gas Booking via WhatsApp

Now you can book your gas through WhatsApp, which is easy and fast.

Indane Gas WhatsApp: Send “REFILL” to 75888 88824

Bharat Gas WhatsApp: Send “Hi” to 1800 22 4344

HP Gas WhatsApp: Send “Hi” to 92222 01122

Steps:

Save the number of your gas company in your phone
Open WhatsApp and start chat
Send message “REFILL” or “Hi”
Follow the menu and confirm your booking
You’ll get confirmation SMS and booking ID

📱 3. Booking via Mobile App

Each gas company has a mobile app. You can download the app from the Play Store or App Store.

🔸 Indane – IndianOil ONE

🔸 Bharat Gas – BharatGas App

🔸 HP Gas – HP Gas App

Steps:

Download and install the app
Register using your mobile number and LPG ID
Click on “Book Refill”
Confirm delivery address
Submit the request
You’ll get a booking ID and expected delivery date

Apps also allow online payment, subsidy tracking, and delivery tracking.

🌐 4. Booking through Website

If you have internet access, you can book LPG gas from the official website.

🔗 Indane Gas: https://cx.indianoil.in

🔗 Bharat Gas: https://my.ebharatgas.com

🔗 HP Gas: https://myhpgas.in

Steps:

Visit the website
Login using your User ID and password
Click on “Book Refill”
Confirm details and submit
You’ll receive confirmation on screen and by SMS

🏢 5. Booking at CSC (Common Service Centre)

If you live in a village and don’t have internet or smartphone, go to the nearest CSC (Jan Seva Kendra).

What to carry:

LPG Consumer Number
Registered mobile number
Aadhaar (optional)

The CSC VLE (Village Level Entrepreneur) will book the gas on your behalf using the CSC Digital Seva Portal and provide you with a receipt.

🏪 6. Booking at Gas Agency Office

You can also directly go to your gas agency (distributor) and ask them to book a cylinder for you.

Provide your Consumer Number or Mobile Number
The staff will book manually or online
You will get a booking slip and delivery date

This is useful for people who prefer offline methods.

🔄 How to Check Booking Status?

After booking, you can check the status of your refill anytime.

Methods:

SMS – You’ll get a message once delivery is out for your booking
App – Login and check “Booking History”
Website – Track delivery under “My Orders”
Call – Dial the IVRS number again and choose “Track Refill”
CSC – Visit again and ask the VLE to check your status

💳 Payment Methods for Gas Cylinder

You can pay for the cylinder:

Cash on delivery (most common method)
Online payment during app/website booking
UPI or Debit Card at the time of delivery

Some gas agencies also accept mobile wallets like Paytm or Google Pay.

💸 How Much Does a Cylinder Cost?

LPG cylinder prices change every month
You can check the latest price on the gas company’s website
Subsidy is given for eligible customers and credited to the bank account under the PAHAL scheme

You can check your subsidy by visiting https://mylpg.in and logging in.

🧾 Tips for Safe and Easy Gas Booking

Always book gas on time, don’t wait until cylinder is fully empty
Book only from your registered mobile number
Keep your Consumer Number and LPG ID handy
Ask for delivery receipt when you get the cylinder
Check for leakage before using new cylinder
Keep the emergency number of gas company saved

❓ Common Questions About Gas Booking

Q1. Can I book a cylinder before finishing the old one?

👉 Yes, but there may be a minimum gap (15–20 days) between bookings.

Q2. How long does it take to deliver after booking?

👉 Usually within 2–5 days, depending on your location.

Q3. Can I change my delivery address?

👉 Yes, using the app or by informing your gas agency.

Q4. What if I don't get the subsidy?

👉 Check if your Aadhaar is linked to your LPG and bank account. You can visit a CSC to get help.

🧑‍🍳 Real Example – Savita from Rajasthan

Savita, a homemaker in a village in Rajasthan, used to wait for her husband to go to town and book LPG. But now, she goes to the nearby CSC and books gas in minutes. She also gets help checking the subsidy. This simple change has made her kitchen work smoother and stress-free.

✅ Conclusion

Gas booking is now very easy and can be done in many ways – by phone, SMS, WhatsApp, apps, or visiting a CSC. Whether you live in a village or a city, you can book a gas cylinder in just a few minutes.

Make sure your mobile number is registered, Aadhaar is linked, and you use safe methods to handle the gas. For those who need help, CSC centres are always available.

"Book your LPG cylinder today – hassle-free, anytime, anywhere!"

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