Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,850
- Lowest Price Today₹4,675
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 2.4% 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 Rice rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Durgapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pulpally Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 5 Asansol APMC | ₹4,785 |
| 6 Durgapur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,340 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Rice.
At ₹4,160 (177.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹4,650 and ₹4,865, with the average around ₹4,763. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,765 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,665 | ₹4,775 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,865 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,665 | ₹4,775 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,865 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,765 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,685 | ₹4,765 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,850 | ₹4,675 | ₹4,785 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Rice yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Durgapur APMC posted this Rice rate on 24 Aug 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.