Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Masur Dal about 0.1% below the period average, and just 13.8% 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 Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 4 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 12 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
A spread of ₹4,250 (40.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Masur Dal prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,910. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Masur Dal was priced at this level in Prayagraj APMC on 14 Oct 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.