Based on what the markets reported on 15 Jul 2026, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,250 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Jul 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Cotton is about 3.3% below the period average — just 15.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 15 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muzzafarnagar APMC Leader | ₹12,307 |
| 2 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 3 Jasdan APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Gondal APMC | ₹9,130 |
| 5 Botad(Haddad) APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 6 Amarawati APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 7 Raichur APMC | ₹8,997 |
| 8 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Bailahongal APMC | ₹8,478 |
| 11 Adoni APMC | ₹8,401 |
| 12 Babra APMC | ₹8,315 |
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 ₹3,992 (48.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,770, with the average around ₹8,532. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹9,720 | ₹7,750 | ₹9,345 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,740 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,630 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,240 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,770 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,760 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,415 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,715 | ₹7,375 | ₹8,960 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,605 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,750 | ₹8,375 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,620 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,625 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,625 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,605 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,535 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,575 | ₹6,125 | ₹8,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,545 | ₹6,100 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,575 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,440 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,650 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,335 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹5,750 | ₹8,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cotton, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Cotton changed hands at this rate in Rajkot APMC on 15 Jul 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.