With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) was quoted at ₹8,338 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Gorakhpur APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹7,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,338
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 15.0% above the period average and just 8.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Doharighat APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,338 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 6 Bilaspur APMC | ₹7,696 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,104 (27.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) prices at Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,060, with the average around ₹7,248. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,700 | ₹7,650 | ₹8,338 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,663 | ₹7,663 | ₹7,663 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,897 | ₹8,897 | ₹8,897 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,060 | ₹9,060 | ₹9,060 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,975 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹7,540 | ₹7,540 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,737 | ₹7,737 | ₹7,737 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,950 | ₹6,950 | ₹6,950 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,722 | ₹7,722 | ₹7,722 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,525 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,550 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,495 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,425 | ₹7,371 | ₹7,391 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,297 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,550 | ₹6,925 | ₹7,426 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,275 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,275 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,294 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,550 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,295 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gorakhpur APMC posted this Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate on 21 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.