Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,850
- Lowest Price Today₹9,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.1% above the period average — just 1.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Asansol APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Habra APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 4 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 5 Gadaura APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Panchpedwa APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹4,300 (66.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹9,600 and ₹9,865, with the average around ₹9,760. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,625 | ₹9,765 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,645 | ₹9,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,765 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal changed hands at this rate in Asansol APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.