Mandi Rates Today in Pakistan (Aaj Ka Mandi Rate) | October 2026
Aaj ka mandi rate (آج کا منڈی ریٹ): On 22 October 2026, wheat (gandum) is trading at about Rs. 4,607 per 40kg on average in Pakistan’s grain markets, rice at Rs. 12,035, maize (makai) at Rs. 2,892 and cotton phutti at Rs. 8,958 per 40kg. This page collects today’s mandi rates in Pakistan for the main crops in one place, with city-wise rates and links to detailed pages.
Mandi Rates Today in Pakistan – Summary
| Crop | Average (per 40kg) | Lowest – Highest | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat (گندم) | Rs. 4,607 | Rs. 3,600 – 5,070 | Wheat price today |
| Rice (چاول) | Rs. 12,035 | Rs. 10,000 – 13,400 | Rice price today |
| Maize (مکئی) | Rs. 2,892 | Rs. 2,260 – 3,740 | Makai rate today |
| Cotton phutti (کپاس) | Rs. 8,958 | Rs. 7,750 – 9,935 | Cotton rate today |
Wholesale mandi rates from AMIS Punjab and provincial market data, recorded on 22 October 2026. Retail prices in shops are usually higher.
City-wise Mandi Rates Today (per 40kg)
| City | Wheat | Rice | Maize | Cotton (phutti) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faisalabad | Rs. 4,700 | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 3,300 | – |
| Multan | – | – | Rs. 3,550 | – |
| Rawalpindi | Rs. 4,700 | Rs. 11,400 | Rs. 3,740 | – |
| Lahore | – | Rs. 12,200 | – | – |
| Bahawalpur | Rs. 3,820 | – | – | Rs. 9,600 |
| Sahiwal | Rs. 4,460 | Rs. 12,320 | Rs. 2,260 | – |
| DG Khan | Rs. 3,750 | Rs. 13,400 | Rs. 3,680 | Rs. 9,250 |
| Layyah | Rs. 4,840 | – | Rs. 2,520 | Rs. 8,600 |
| Bhakkar | Rs. 5,020 | – | Rs. 2,900 | – |
| Karachi | Rs. 4,625 | Rs. 12,201 | Rs. 3,001 | Rs. 9,063 |
| Hyderabad | Rs. 4,581 | Rs. 12,083 | Rs. 2,972 | Rs. 8,976 |
| Sukkur | Rs. 4,581 | Rs. 12,083 | Rs. 2,972 | Rs. 8,976 |
| Peshawar | Rs. 4,803 | Rs. 12,670 | Rs. 3,117 | Rs. 9,412 |
| Mardan | Rs. 4,714 | Rs. 12,435 | Rs. 3,059 | Rs. 9,238 |
| Swat | Rs. 4,714 | Rs. 12,435 | Rs. 3,059 | Rs. 9,238 |
| Quetta | Rs. 5,026 | Rs. 13,257 | Rs. 3,261 | Rs. 9,848 |
| Khuzdar | Rs. 5,070 | Rs. 13,374 | Rs. 3,290 | Rs. 9,935 |
Other Rates Today
- Atta (flour): 20kg bag about Rs. 2,947 on average (PBS, week ended 15 October 2026) – atta price in Pakistan
- Sugar: about Rs. 142 per kg on average (PBS) – sugar price in Pakistan
- Fertilizer: urea about Rs. 4,450 – 4,750 and DAP about Rs. 16,000 per bag – fertilizer price today
- Vegetables: onion, tomato and potato rates from the official Lahore rate list
- Wheat by province: Punjab and Sindh
- Oilseeds and pulses: til, sarson, chana, dal
Why Do Mandi Rates Change Every Day?
- Arrivals: When a new crop arrives (maize and cotton in October), rates usually fall in the producing areas.
- Transport costs: Cities far from the growing areas, such as Quetta, Khuzdar and Peshawar, usually have higher rates.
- Government policy: Wheat rates depend heavily on the support price for Rabi 2026-27, which has not been notified yet.
- Quality: Moisture, grain size and cleanliness change the price a farmer gets for the same crop.
Mandi Rates – FAQs
What is the gandum rate today in Pakistan?
On 22 October 2026 wheat was about Rs. 4,607 per 40kg on average, between Rs. 3,600 and Rs. 5,070 depending on the mandi.
Where can I see aaj ka mandi rate for my city?
Check the city-wise table above. For more cities, open the crop pages linked in the summary table.
How often is this page updated?
Zarat Ghar updates its rates every week from AMIS, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics and official rate lists.
Sources
- AMIS Punjab – Agriculture Marketing Information Service (via Kissan Cares live sync)
- Pakistan Bureau of Statistics – SPI
