Cotton price in Pondicherry today
Daily mandi rates for Cotton across APMC markets in Pondicherry, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 17 Aug 2026.
Quick answer
In Pondicherry, the modal price of Cotton is about ₹6,571 per quintal (about ₹66/kg) as of 17 Aug 2026 (range ₹3,315–₹9,439) across 3 markets. That is about 59% above the national modal price of ₹4,136.
Modal₹6,571per quintal
Min₹3,315lowest
Max₹9,439highest
Markets3in Pondicherry
Cotton price by market in Pondicherry
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karaikal APMC | Karaikal | ₹9,298 | ₹9,209 | ₹9,439 | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Madagadipet | Pondicherry | ₹4,090 | ₹4,090 | ₹4,090 | 11 Apr 2014 |
| Thattanchavady | Pondicherry | ₹3,600 | ₹3,315 | ₹3,815 | 23 May 2014 |
Why Cotton prices vary across Pondicherry
Picked Oct–Feb. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Gujarat, Maharashtra, Telangana and Rajasthan) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹3,315 to ₹9,439.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Cotton price in Pondicherry today?
The modal price of Cotton in Pondicherry is around ₹6,571 per quintal as of 17 Aug 2026 (range ₹3,315–₹9,439).
How many markets report Cotton in Pondicherry?
3 APMC markets across Pondicherry currently report Cotton prices in this dataset.
Is Cotton cheaper in Pondicherry than the national average?
The Pondicherry modal price (₹6,571) is above the all-India modal price of ₹4,136 per quintal.