Rice price in Meghalaya today
Daily mandi rates for Rice across APMC markets in Meghalaya, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 25 Sep 2026.
Quick answer
In Meghalaya, the modal price of Rice is about ₹3,294 per quintal (about ₹33/kg) as of 25 Sep 2026 (range ₹1,580–₹5,800) across 5 markets. That is about 13% above the national modal price of ₹2,921.
Modal₹3,294per quintal
Min₹1,580lowest
Max₹5,800highest
Markets5in Meghalaya
Rice price by market in Meghalaya
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garobadha | South West Garo Hills | ₹1,757 | ₹1,580 | ₹2,000 | 8 Jul 2010 |
| Jowai | West Jaintia Hills | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 | 8 Oct 2010 |
| Nongpoh (R-Bhoi) | Nongpoh (R-Bhoi) | ₹2,738 | ₹2,450 | ₹3,000 | 4 Sep 2010 |
| Shillong | East Khasi Hills | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 | 22 Dec 2010 |
| Shillong APMC | East Khasi Hills | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 | 25 Sep 2026 |
Why Rice prices vary across Meghalaya
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 ₹1,580 to ₹5,800.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Rice price in Meghalaya today?
The modal price of Rice in Meghalaya is around ₹3,294 per quintal as of 25 Sep 2026 (range ₹1,580–₹5,800).
How many markets report Rice in Meghalaya?
5 APMC markets across Meghalaya currently report Rice prices in this dataset.
Is Rice cheaper in Meghalaya than the national average?
The Meghalaya modal price (₹3,294) is above the all-India modal price of ₹2,921 per quintal.