As fresh arrivals settled on 11 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,608 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,608
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (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.
Today's rate is about 76.9% above the period average and just 16.1% 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 11 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹4,900 (69.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,737 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,608 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,522 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,557 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,527 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,521 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,555 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,607 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,680 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,316 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,097 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Onion rate on 11 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.