With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,656 per quintal in Aligarh APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,563
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,656
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 16.3% 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 Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Beri APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Patran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Bareta APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 4 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Safidon APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,066 |
| 9 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,062 |
| 10 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,051 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Pai APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
The ₹200 (5.0%) 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 Aligarh APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,370, with the average around ₹3,668. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,370 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,754 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,563 | ₹3,656 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,255 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,679 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,568 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,646 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,285 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,654 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,258 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,721 |
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
For Paddy(Basmati), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) traded at this rate in Aligarh 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.