Rice price in Tamil Nadu today
Daily mandi rates for Rice across APMC markets in Tamil Nadu, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 14 Jul 2026.
Quick answer
In Tamil Nadu, the modal price of Rice is about ₹5,229 per quintal (about ₹52/kg) as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹4,030–₹7,170) across 3 markets. That is about 64% above the national modal price of ₹3,188.
Modal₹5,229per quintal
Min₹4,030lowest
Max₹7,170highest
Markets3in Tamil Nadu
Rice price by market in Tamil Nadu
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | Chennai | ₹5,440 | ₹4,640 | ₹6,490 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Coimbatore | Coimbatore | ₹4,795 | ₹4,030 | ₹5,890 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Madurai | Madurai | ₹5,452 | ₹4,460 | ₹7,170 | 14 Jul 2026 |
Why Rice prices vary across Tamil Nadu
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 ₹4,030 to ₹7,170.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Rice price in Tamil Nadu today?
The modal price of Rice in Tamil Nadu is around ₹5,229 per quintal as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹4,030–₹7,170).
How many markets report Rice in Tamil Nadu?
3 APMC markets across Tamil Nadu currently report Rice prices in this dataset.
Is Rice cheaper in Tamil Nadu than the national average?
The Tamil Nadu modal price (₹5,229) is above the all-India modal price of ₹3,188 per quintal.