What is the current average price of Cotton across India?

The average wholesale price of Cotton across India is currently ₹7,442 per quintal (₹74.42/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Where is the lowest price for Cotton available?

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Cotton is ₹703 per quintal in Sayala Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Where is the most expensive Cotton being sold?

The highest market rate for Cotton is recorded at ₹9,501 per quintal in Kekri Mandi.

How many markets are reporting Cotton prices today?

We have received active price updates from 194 Mandis across India today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

What factors influence Cotton prices?

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Is it a good time to buy Cotton?

If prices are trending below the average of ₹7,442, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Which states are the major producers of Cotton?

Prices and availability are often driven by major producing states. Check the "State-wise Price Summary" table above to see which states have the highest active market counts, indicating high production or trading volume.

Prices/cotton

Cotton Mandi Price Today

Detailed market rates and daily fluctuations.

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Commodity Insights

Updated: 9 February 2026

The average wholesale price of Cotton across 194 markets is ₹7,442/quintal.

Prices vary significantly by region. The lowest recorded rate is ₹703 at Sayala, while the highest rate is ₹9,501 at Kekri.

This indicates a price spread of ₹8,798 across different Mandis.

Retail Price Estimate

Estimated Retail Price (per kg)

₹86 - ₹93/ kg

Based on national average wholesale rates + 15-25% margin.

Avg Wholesale Rate:₹74.42 / kg

Cotton Prices by State

Compare Cotton average rates across different states.

State	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Haryana	16	₹3,290	₹7,860	₹7,014
Rajasthan	28	₹4,700	₹9,501	₹7,348
Gujarat	58	₹703	₹8,425	₹7,416
Punjab	5	₹5,000	₹7,860	₹7,416
Madhya Pradesh	27	₹780	₹9,300	₹7,425
Andhra Pradesh	12	₹4,019	₹8,565	₹7,521
Telangana	4	₹6,900	₹8,110	₹7,600
Odisha	2	₹7,000	₹8,110	₹7,659
Maharashtra	34	₹6,000	₹8,190	₹7,758
Karnataka	8	₹3,001	₹9,312	₹7,824
Chhattisgarh	1	₹6,005	₹8,402	₹8,042

Cotton Prices List

Recent market rates and arrivals.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
CottonCotton (Unginned)	Adilabad	Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh	₹6024	₹7410	₹7379	2026-02-09
CottonBramha	Adoni	Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh	₹4019	₹8169	₹7769	2026-02-09
Cotton170-CO2 (Unginned)	Gajwel	Medak, Andhra Pradesh	₹6800	₹6800	₹6800	2026-02-09
CottonCotton (Unginned)	Warangal	Warangal, Andhra Pradesh	₹5200	₹7600	₹7000	2026-02-09
CottonOther	Viramgam	Ahmedabad, Gujarat	₹5295	₹7590	₹6440	2026-02-09
CottonLocal	Rajula	Amreli, Gujarat	₹6180	₹8080	₹7130	2026-02-09
CottonNarma BT Cotton	Savarkundla	Amreli, Gujarat	₹6500	₹8070	₹7500	2026-02-09
CottonOther	Bagasara	Amreli, Gujarat	₹6000	₹8040	₹7020	2026-02-09
CottonShanker 6 (B) 30mm FIne	Babra	Amreli, Gujarat	₹7150	₹8175	₹7660	2026-02-09
CottonOther	Dhari	Amreli, Gujarat	₹5000	₹7500	₹6825	2026-02-09