Rice price in Kerala today
Daily mandi rates for Rice across APMC markets in Kerala, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 14 Jul 2026.
Quick answer
In Kerala, the modal price of Rice is about ₹4,223 per quintal (about ₹42/kg) as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹3,430–₹5,660) across 3 markets. That is about 33% above the national modal price of ₹3,181.
Modal₹4,223per quintal
Min₹3,430lowest
Max₹5,660highest
Markets3in Kerala
Rice price by market in Kerala
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernakulam | Ernakulam | ₹4,042 | ₹3,430 | ₹4,850 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Mukkom Market | Kozhikode(Calicut) | ₹4,228 | ₹3,540 | ₹5,390 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Thrissur | Thrissur | ₹4,400 | ₹3,510 | ₹5,660 | 14 Jul 2026 |
Why Rice prices vary across Kerala
Milled from kharif paddy harvested Oct–Dec. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Punjab, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹3,430 to ₹5,660.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Rice price in Kerala today?
The modal price of Rice in Kerala is around ₹4,223 per quintal as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹3,430–₹5,660).
How many markets report Rice in Kerala?
3 APMC markets across Kerala currently report Rice prices in this dataset.
Is Rice cheaper in Kerala than the national average?
The Kerala modal price (₹4,223) is above the all-India modal price of ₹3,181 per quintal.