Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹11,750 per quintal in Kakching Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 2.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,700 |
| 2 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,950 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Dasda APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Purulia APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Balarampur APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 11 Mihipurwa APMC | ₹8,837 |
| 12 Banthara APMC | ₹8,281 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
That ₹4,419 (53.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Kakching Market APMC ranged between ₹9,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹11,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
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 Masur Dal, 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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Kakching Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.