Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Kakching Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 2.8% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 4 Ramdurga APMC | ₹9,189 |
| 5 Nippani APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 6 Tanakpur APMC | ₹8,777 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Agar APMC | ₹8,201 |
| 10 Yalburga APMC | ₹8,162 |
| 11 Kalapipal APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 12 Bengaluru APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Kakching Market APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Selling Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Kakching Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.