From today's trading desk on 19 Sep 2026, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) was quoted at ₹7,527 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,631
- Lowest Price Today₹7,519
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,527
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) is about 2.3% below the period average, sitting just 18.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rates across active mandis for 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹10,112 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,455 |
| 4 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,527 |
| 7 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,179 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Jamanian APMC | ₹6,425 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,687 (57.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹6,832 and ₹9,250, with the average around ₹7,702. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹7,631 | ₹7,519 | ₹7,527 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,130 | ₹7,480 | ₹7,697 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,993 | ₹7,675 | ₹8,236 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,624 | ₹8,624 | ₹8,624 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,050 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,075 | ₹7,925 | ₹7,975 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,615 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,898 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,967 | ₹7,967 | ₹7,967 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,125 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,104 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,981 | ₹7,981 | ₹7,981 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹6,832 | ₹6,947 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹7,015 | ₹7,054 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,525 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,525 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,393 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,833 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,974 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,756 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,950 |
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
Going to the top Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) rate at Varanasi APMC on 19 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.