As the 04 Nov 2026 session wrapped up, Cotton was quoted at ₹9,260 per quintal in Rajkot APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cotton Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,365
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,260
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Nov 2026
- CommodityCotton (Narma BT Cotton)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Cotton about 3.1% above the period average, and just 10.5% 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 Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 04 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC Leader | ₹15,540 |
| 2 Dharwar APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 3 Santhesargur APMC | ₹12,335 |
| 4 Sailana APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Indi APMC | ₹9,680 |
| 6 Ranebennur APMC | ₹9,557 |
| 7 Vijayapura APMC | ₹9,392 |
| 8 Ballari APMC | ₹9,305 |
| 9 Parchur APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 APMC Akola APMC | ₹9,287 |
| 11 Babra APMC | ₹9,285 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹9,284 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹6,256 (67.4%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Cotton prices at Rajkot APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,350, with the average around ₹8,981. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹9,365 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,260 |
| 03 Nov | ₹9,400 | ₹8,375 | ₹9,250 |
| 02 Nov | ₹9,555 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,350 |
| 31 Oct | ₹9,640 | ₹8,850 | ₹9,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,325 |
| 29 Oct | ₹9,575 | ₹8,925 | ₹9,325 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,740 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,375 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,750 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,950 | ₹9,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,940 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,575 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,475 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,875 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,450 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,920 | ₹8,665 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,900 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,325 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,930 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,275 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,955 | ₹8,925 | ₹9,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,770 | ₹9,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,105 | ₹8,875 | ₹9,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,010 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,425 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,950 | ₹8,750 | ₹9,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Cotton, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 a nutshell, Cotton was priced at this level in Rajkot APMC on 04 Nov 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.