Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Chandausi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,800 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Chandausi APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 22.4% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chandausi APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,682 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,485 |
| 5 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹6,360 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,440 (38.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) prices at Chandausi APMC ranged between ₹6,585 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹7,191. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,660 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,568 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,535 | ₹7,535 | ₹7,535 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹7,125 | ₹7,125 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,153 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,152 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,258 | ₹7,258 | ₹7,258 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,025 | ₹7,025 | ₹7,025 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,250 | ₹6,970 | ₹7,040 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,910 | ₹6,910 | ₹6,910 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,660 | ₹6,660 | ₹6,660 |
| 05 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Jun | ₹6,585 | ₹6,585 | ₹6,585 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Chandausi APMC set the pace for Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.