Pulling together the 05 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,501 per quintal in Gandhwani APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,501
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 4.9% 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
This table ranks Cotton rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santhesargur APMC Leader | ₹11,718 |
| 2 Kustagi APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 3 Gooti APMC | ₹9,771 |
| 4 Mantralayam APMC | ₹9,722 |
| 5 Gondal APMC | ₹9,530 |
| 6 Adoni APMC | ₹9,459 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 9 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹9,375 |
| 10 Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Warangal APMC | ₹9,100 |
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.
The ₹2,618 (28.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Cotton prices at Gandhwani APMC ranged between ₹6,800 and ₹8,834, with the average around ₹8,103. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹8,501 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,501 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,834 | ₹8,025 | ₹8,610 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Cotton rate at Gandhwani APMC on 05 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.