What is the current average price of Rice across India?

The average wholesale price of Rice across India is currently ₹3,775 per quintal (₹37.75/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Where is the lowest price for Rice available?

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Rice is ₹1,500 per quintal in Bangarpet Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Where is the most expensive Rice being sold?

The highest market rate for Rice is recorded at ₹37,200 per quintal in Najafgarh Mandi.

How many markets are reporting Rice prices today?

We have received active price updates from 144 Mandis across India today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

What factors influence Rice 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 Rice?

If prices are trending below the average of ₹3,775, 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 Rice?

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.

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Rice Mandi Price Today

Detailed market rates and daily fluctuations.

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Commodity Insights

Updated: 25 January 2026

The average wholesale price of Rice across 144 markets is ₹3,775/quintal.

Prices vary significantly by region. The lowest recorded rate is ₹1,500 at Bangarpet, while the highest rate is ₹37,200 at Najafgarh.

This indicates a price spread of ₹35,700 across different Mandis.

Retail Price Estimate

Estimated Retail Price (per kg)

₹43 - ₹47/ kg

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

Avg Wholesale Rate:₹37.75 / kg

Rice Prices by State

Compare Rice average rates across different states.

State	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Uttar Pradesh	38	₹2,000	₹3,800	₹2,966
Uttarakhand	3	₹2,135	₹3,900	₹3,113
Karnataka	17	₹1,500	₹7,878	₹3,334
Odisha	2	₹3,400	₹4,200	₹3,635
Tripura	10	₹2,150	₹4,900	₹3,740
West Bengal	49	₹2,800	₹5,450	₹3,918
Maharashtra	15	₹1,900	₹12,200	₹4,330
Manipur	3	₹5,100	₹5,100	₹5,100
Gujarat	1	₹5,000	₹6,000	₹5,509
Kerala	4	₹4,600	₹10,000	₹5,621
Meghalaya	1	₹6,000	₹8,000	₹7,000
Delhi	1	₹4,000	₹37,200	₹10,600

Rice Prices List

Recent market rates and arrivals.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
RiceOther	Alibagh	Raigad, Maharashtra	₹2500	₹2700	₹2600	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Murud	Raigad, Maharashtra	₹2500	₹2700	₹2600	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Karjat(Raigad)	Raigad, Maharashtra	₹4100	₹5700	₹5000	2026-01-25
Rice1009 Kar	Palghar	Thane, Maharashtra	₹4600	₹4600	₹4600	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Dasda	North Tripura, Tripura	₹3200	₹3400	₹3300	2026-01-25
RiceMasuri	Kalyanpur	Khowai, Tripura	₹4000	₹4100	₹4050	2026-01-25
RiceFine	Nutanbazar	Gomati, Tripura	₹2150	₹2300	₹2250	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Sikandraraau	Hathras, Uttar Pradesh	₹2160	₹2235	₹2195	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Banthara	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh	₹2397	₹2417	₹2407	2026-01-25
RiceOther	Gadarpur	Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand	₹3240	₹3240	₹3240	2026-01-25