As fresh arrivals settled on 15 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,823 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,247
- Lowest Price Today₹3,268
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,823
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 1.3% below the period average, and just 10.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Panipat APMC Leader | ₹4,551 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹4,309 |
| 3 Haathras APMC | ₹4,172 |
| 4 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Attari APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Gulavati APMC | ₹4,057 |
| 7 Dhuri APMC | ₹4,035 |
| 8 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Puranpur APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Tarantaran APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 11 Uchana APMC | ₹3,855 |
| 12 Jullana APMC | ₹3,850 |
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.
A spread of ₹701 (18.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
054-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 4 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,271, with the average around ₹3,874. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹4,247 | ₹3,268 | ₹3,823 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,221 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,894 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,271 | ₹3,318 | ₹4,007 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,221 | ₹3,301 | ₹3,772 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sikanderabad APMC reported Paddy(Basmati) at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.