Here's the 25 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Cotton was quoted at ₹9,100 per quintal in Bhikangaon APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,330
- Lowest Price Today₹8,471
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityCotton (Without Ginned Cotton)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cotton is about 6.9% above the period average, sitting just 7.0% 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
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khetia APMC Leader | ₹10,200 |
| 2 Khargone APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Dhamnod APMC | ₹9,150 |
| 4 Kukshi APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 5 Anjad APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 7 Gandhwani APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Alirajpur APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 9 Kustagi APMC | ₹9,026 |
| 10 Manawar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jobat APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Burhanpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹1,200 (13.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cotton prices at Bhikangaon APMC ranged between ₹4,311 and ₹9,780, with the average around ₹8,511. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹9,330 | ₹8,471 | ₹9,100 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,435 | ₹7,250 | ₹9,150 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,530 | ₹8,471 | ₹9,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹8,450 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,021 | ₹9,021 | ₹9,021 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,510 | ₹8,226 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,450 | ₹6,850 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹6,501 | ₹9,150 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,704 | ₹8,050 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,870 | ₹8,870 | ₹8,870 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,650 | ₹7,001 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,301 | ₹5,605 | ₹6,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,040 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,355 | ₹4,311 | ₹7,125 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,530 | ₹5,505 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,596 | ₹6,091 | ₹7,596 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,780 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,780 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Cotton stood at Bhikangaon APMC on 25 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.