In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Jamnagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,775
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Other)
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.
At this level, Cotton is about 13.4% above the period average, sitting just 33.1% 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 Cotton rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Babra APMC Leader | ₹9,615 |
| 2 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,155 |
| 5 Khargone APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 7 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 8 Krosuru APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Cumbum APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 APMC Bagasara APMC | ₹7,625 |
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.
At ₹1,990 (26.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cotton matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Jamnagar APMC ranged between ₹4,750 and ₹13,755, with the average around ₹8,115. 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 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,775 | ₹9,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹5,250 | ₹8,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,755 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,125 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹6,800 | ₹8,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹5,450 | ₹7,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,750 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,025 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,650 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,650 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,625 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,950 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,450 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,875 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,650 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,650 | ₹7,300 | ₹8,225 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,950 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,150 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,225 |
| 18 Jun | ₹8,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,125 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Cotton yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 Jamnagar APMC on 26 Aug 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.