Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Sep 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,585 per quintal in Gharaunda APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,920
- Lowest Price Today₹3,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,585
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.8% below the period average and just 11.7% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where Gharaunda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nilokheri APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Dirba APMC | ₹3,960 |
| 3 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 4 Madlauda APMC | ₹3,894 |
| 5 Beri APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 Bareta APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Pundri APMC | ₹3,825 |
| 8 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 9 Dhariwal APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Pipli APMC | ₹3,795 |
| 11 Majitha APMC | ₹3,793 |
| 12 Ambala City APMC | ₹3,781 |
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.
The ₹219 (5.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Gharaunda APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹4,060, with the average around ₹3,613. 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 | ₹3,920 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,585 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,801 | ₹3,125 | ₹3,465 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,870 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,560 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,925 | ₹3,211 | ₹3,570 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,870 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,610 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,060 | ₹3,520 | ₹3,790 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,780 | ₹3,205 | ₹3,490 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,670 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,225 | ₹3,550 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,825 | ₹3,511 | ₹3,825 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,270 | ₹3,750 |
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
The day's best Paddy(Basmati) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Paddy(Basmati) traded at this rate in Gharaunda 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.