With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Tulsipur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Masur Dal today.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Masur Dal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Masur Dal about 3.5% below the period average, and just 17.5% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,700 |
| 2 Pandua APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 9 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,376 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,790 |
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.
The ₹3,910 (44.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Tulsipur APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,300, with the average around ₹8,804. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,116 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,770 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,300 | ₹8,375 | ₹8,690 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,867 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,575 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,458 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹8,275 | ₹8,969 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,344 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,975 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,591 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Masur Dal yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tulsipur APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.