With the 26 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Khatra APMC. See where this sits in the day's Brinjal range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Brinjal about 11.3% below the period average, and just 53.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
At ₹1,600 (25.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Brinjal prices at Khatra APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹3,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Brinjal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Khatra APMC on 26 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.