State-Wise Inflation Rate in India (Latest CPI Data)

📅 Last Updated: June 2026 | 📊 Source: MoSPI | 🏷️ Category: Economy

India’s inflation rate is measured through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks changes in the prices of goods and services consumed by households. Inflation data is released monthly by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), CPI inflation is one of the most closely watched economic indicators in the country.

📊 India Inflation Rate: Quick Snapshot

Latest state-wise inflation rate in India based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

Latest Month
May 2026
India Inflation Rate
3.93%
Previous Month
3.48%
CPI Index
105.91
Inflation Measure
CPI
RBI Target
4%

Key Highlights

  • India’s retail inflation increased to 3.93% in May 2026 from 3.48% in April 2026.
  • The All-India Consumer Price Index (CPI) reached 105.91 in May 2026.
  • Inflation remained below the RBI’s medium-term target of 4%.
  • Food and beverage prices continued to be the largest contributors to inflation.
  • This page tracks the latest state-wise inflation rate in India and monthly CPI trends.

Inflation rates vary across Indian states due to differences in food prices, transportation costs, housing expenses, local taxes, weather conditions, and economic activity. While some states experience inflation above the national average, others may record relatively stable price growth.

This page provides the latest state-wise inflation rate in India, historical trends, monthly updates, inflation rankings, and insights into the factors driving inflation across the country.

State Wise Inflation Rate in India (May 2026)

S.No.StateRuralUrbanCombined
1.Andaman And Nicobar Islands5.673.064.40
2.Andhra Pradesh5.094.614.90
3.Arunachal Pradesh2.562.642.58
4.Assam3.792.093.44
5.Bihar3.072.142.94
6.Chandigarh0.003.803.80
7.Chhattisgarh3.252.142.87
8.Goa2.002.722.47
9.Gujarat3.732.953.27
10.Haryana3.422.773.09
11.Himachal Pradesh2.874.033.05
12.Jammu And Kashmir2.802.952.84
13.Jharkhand4.253.103.86
14.Karnataka4.834.354.59
15.Kerala4.723.964.30
16.Ladakh3.212.903.14
17.Lakshadweep2.993.793.57
18.Madhya Pradesh4.333.934.17
19.Maharashtra4.202.803.35
20.Manipur3.062.222.79
21.Meghalaya2.782.452.70
22.Mizoram1.420.741.03
23.Nagaland3.702.643.30
24.NCT of Delhi3.532.472.50
25.Odisha4.833.744.54
26.Puducherry5.164.935.00
27.Punjab3.642.993.34
28.Rajasthan4.523.544.17
29.Sikkim4.344.014.23
30.Tamil Nadu5.584.755.11
31.Telangana6.595.816.15
32.The Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu3.364.203.99
33.Tripura1.782.802.02
34.Uttar Pradesh4.303.273.97
35.Uttarakhand4.292.723.72
36.West Bengal3.942.803.44

Source: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)

Key Insights

  • National inflation stood at 3.93%.
  • Southern states recorded relatively higher inflation..
  • Food prices remained the primary inflation driver.
  • Most states remained within RBI’s inflation target band.
  • Year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) with base year 2024 for the month of May.

Top 10 States with Highest Inflation Rate

RankState / UTFertility Rate
1Telangana6.15
2Tamil Nadu5.11
3Puducherry5.00
4Andhra Pradesh4.90
5Karnataka4.59
6Odisha4.54
7Andaman and Nicobar Islands4.40
8Kerala4.30
9Sikkim4.23
10Rajasthan4.17

Southern states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh often experience higher inflation rates than the national average due to a combination of factors. These include relatively higher fuel prices resulting from state-level taxes and VAT, particularly in states like Telangana. In addition, strong consumer demand and rising prices of key commodities such as coconut, gold, silver, housing, education, and services contribute to inflationary pressures in these states. Higher income levels and urbanization also tend to increase spending, which can further push up prices.

States with Lowest Inflation Rate

RankState / UTInflation Rate (%)
1Mizoram1.03
2Tripura2.02
3Goa2.47
4NCT of Delhi2.50
5Arunachal Pradesh2.58
6Meghalaya2.70
7Manipur2.79
8Jammu & Kashmir2.84
9Chhattisgarh2.87
10Bihar2.94

In May 2026, several northeastern states and smaller regions reported inflation rates well below the national average of 3.93%. Lower food price pressures, stable fuel costs, and relatively moderate consumer demand helped keep inflation under control in these states.

India Inflation Rate Trend (1960-2026)

YearInflation rate,
consumer prices (annual %)
19601.78
19611.70
19623.63
19632.95
196413.36
19659.47
196610.80
196713.06
19683.24
1969-0.58
19705.09
19713.08
19726.44
197316.94
197428.60
19755.75
1976-7.63
19778.31
19782.52
19796.28
198011.35
198113.11
19827.89
198311.87
19848.32
19855.56
19868.73
19878.80
19889.38
19897.07
19908.97
199113.87
199211.79
19936.33
199410.25
199510.22
19968.98
19977.16
199813.23
19994.67
20004.01
20013.78
20024.30
20033.81
20043.77
20054.25
20065.80
20076.37
20088.35
200910.88
201011.99
20118.91
20129.48
201310.02
20146.67
20154.91
20164.95
20173.33
20183.94
20193.73
20206.62
20215.13
20226.70
20235.65
20244.95
20252.80
20263.93

Monthly Inflation Rate in India

MonthInflation Rate (%)
May 20263.93
Apr 20263.48
Mar 20263.34
Feb 20263.61
Jan 20264.31
Dec 20255.22
Nov 20255.48
Oct 20255.21
Sep 20254.88
Aug 20254.63
Jul 20253.54
Jun 20252.10

How Inflation is Measured in India

Inflation in India is primarily measured using the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks the average change in prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services over time. The CPI is released every month by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

The CPI basket contains hundreds of commonly purchased items, including food, housing, fuel, clothing, healthcare, transportation, communication, education, and personal care products. Each category is assigned a specific weight based on its share in household expenditure.

When the prices of these goods and services increase, the CPI rises, indicating higher inflation. Conversely, when prices remain stable or decline, inflation moderates.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) uses CPI inflation as its primary measure for setting monetary policy and maintaining price stability in the economy.

CPI Basket Components in India

CategoryWeight (%)
Food & Beverages45.86
Housing10.07
Fuel & Light6.84
Clothing & Footwear6.53
Miscellaneous28.70

Inflation Rate by Major Indian States

Maharashtra Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate in Maharshtra: 3.35%

Maharashtra is India’s largest state economy and one of the country’s most urbanized states. Inflation in Maharashtra is influenced by food prices, transportation costs, fuel prices, housing rents, and consumer spending in major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur. Changes in fuel and housing costs often have a significant impact on the state’s inflation rate.

Uttar Pradesh Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate in Uttar Pradesh: 3.97%

As India’s most populous state, Uttar Pradesh plays an important role in national inflation trends. Food inflation, agricultural production, and rural demand are major factors influencing prices in the state. Fluctuations in cereal, vegetable, and milk prices can significantly affect inflation in Uttar Pradesh.

Tamil Nadu Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate in Uttar Pradesh: 5.11%

Tamil Nadu is one of India’s leading industrial and manufacturing hubs. Inflation in the state is driven by industrial activity, fuel prices, transportation costs, and urban demand. Major cities such as Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai contribute significantly to consumer spending patterns.

Karnataka Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate in Karnataka: 4.59%

Karnataka’s inflation is heavily influenced by the service sector and consumer demand in Bengaluru, India’s technology capital. Housing costs, transportation expenses, and food prices are among the key factors affecting inflation in the state.

Gujarat Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate Gujarat: 3.27%

Gujarat is one of India’s largest manufacturing and export-oriented economies. Industrial production, logistics costs, energy prices, and trade activity influence inflation trends across the state. Major commercial centers such as Ahmedabad, Surat, and Vadodara play an important role in determining consumer price movements.

Rajasthan Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate in Rajasthan: 4.17%

Rajasthan’s inflation rate is influenced by agricultural output, food prices, transportation costs, and weather conditions. Since the state has a significant rural population, changes in food and fuel prices often have a substantial impact on overall inflation. Tourism activity in cities such as Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur also contributes to consumer demand.

Telangana Inflation Rate

Inflation Rate Telangana: 5.11%

Telangana recorded one of the highest inflation rates among Indian states in May 2026. The state’s inflation is influenced by strong urban demand, housing costs, transportation expenses, and food prices. Hyderabad, one of India’s fastest-growing metropolitan cities, plays a major role in shaping inflation trends through increased consumer spending and service sector growth.

What Causes Inflation in India?

Inflation occurs when the prices of goods and services increase over time, reducing the purchasing power of consumers. In India, inflation is influenced by several domestic and global factors, ranging from food prices and fuel costs to economic growth and government policies.

Food Inflation

Food and beverages account for nearly 46% of India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) basket, making them the largest contributor to inflation. Prices of vegetables, fruits, cereals, pulses, milk, edible oils, and other essential food items can significantly impact overall inflation.

Weather conditions such as droughts, floods, heat waves, and unseasonal rainfall often affect agricultural production and food supply, leading to higher food prices. Since food has a large weight in the CPI basket, even small increases can have a noticeable impact on India’s inflation rate.

Fuel Inflation

Fuel prices play a crucial role in determining inflation across the economy. Increases in petrol, diesel, LPG, natural gas, and electricity prices raise transportation and logistics costs, which are often passed on to consumers through higher prices of goods and services.

India imports a large portion of its crude oil requirements, making domestic fuel prices sensitive to fluctuations in global oil markets and exchange rates.

Housing Costs

Housing is another important component of CPI inflation, particularly in urban areas. Rising rents, property maintenance charges, and housing-related services contribute to inflation.

Rapid urbanization, population growth in major cities, and increasing demand for residential properties often lead to higher housing costs, which can push overall inflation upward.

Supply Chain Disruptions

Efficient supply chains are essential for keeping prices stable. However, disruptions caused by natural disasters, transportation bottlenecks, labor shortages, geopolitical tensions, or global crises can reduce the availability of goods and increase costs.

For example, floods affecting agricultural regions or disruptions at ports can delay supplies and lead to temporary spikes in prices.

Consumer Demand

Strong economic growth often increases consumer spending. When demand for goods and services grows faster than supply, businesses may raise prices, leading to demand-pull inflation.

Rising incomes, higher employment levels, and increased consumer confidence can all contribute to stronger demand and higher inflationary pressures.

State-wise Inflation data Archive

  • State wise Inflation rate in May 2026
  • State wise Inflation rate in June 2026

Data Source & Methodology

Data on this page is compiled from official releases published by:

Data is updated whenever new CPI inflation statistics are released.

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