With the 15 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 43.6% above the period average and just 5.0% 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 Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,700 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
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.
At ₹2,800 (40.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,646. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,806 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,510 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,433 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,242 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 15 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Sikanderabad 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.