In the price report dated 24 Sep 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,543 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Masur Dal markets.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,997
- Lowest Price Today₹8,325
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,543
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
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.
This puts Masur Dal about 6.5% above the period average, and just 22.3% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Noida APMC | ₹12,022 |
| 4 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 7 Kalipur(Arambagh Kishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Pandua APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 12 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,300 (40.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,997, with the average around ₹8,020. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹10,997 | ₹8,325 | ₹8,543 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹8,141 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,485 | ₹7,544 | ₹8,153 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,399 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,825 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹7,350 | ₹8,725 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,422 | ₹8,422 | ₹8,422 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,664 | ₹8,237 | ₹8,393 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,603 | ₹7,630 | ₹8,357 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,850 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹7,250 | ₹8,526 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,601 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,345 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,750 | ₹6,575 | ₹6,702 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,655 | ₹8,221 | ₹8,482 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,577 | ₹7,769 | ₹8,415 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,466 | ₹8,454 | ₹8,460 |
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 Masur Dal, 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
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 24 Sep 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.