From today's trading desk on 20 Oct 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,790 per quintal in Mundi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Cotton yards.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,890
- Lowest Price Today₹8,790
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,790
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cotton rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cotton is about 12.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mundi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhoraji APMC Leader | ₹9,605 |
| 2 Sendhwa APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,420 |
| 4 Khargone APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Suratgarh APMC | ₹9,235 |
| 6 Rani APMC | ₹9,159 |
| 7 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 8 Una APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 9 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,010 |
| 10 Anjad APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Mundi APMC | ₹8,790 |
| 12 Manawar APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹1,105 (13.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Mundi APMC ranged between ₹5,550 and ₹9,141, with the average around ₹7,840. 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 | ₹8,890 | ₹8,790 | ₹8,790 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,570 | ₹8,951 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,925 | ₹8,790 | ₹8,890 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,141 | ₹8,690 | ₹8,890 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,921 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,930 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,895 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,826 | ₹7,480 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,851 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,616 | ₹6,690 | ₹6,870 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,540 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,811 | ₹5,550 | ₹7,426 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,751 | ₹6,483 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹5,635 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹5,630 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,711 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,750 | ₹7,301 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,560 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,560 |
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
For Cotton, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Mundi APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.