Based on 22 years of data, Maida Atta prices in India typically peak in February (about 8% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 9% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +8%
Weakest month
September
vs average −9%
100 = annual average (₹1,981/quintal) · averaged over 22 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.7 | ₹2,014 |
| February★ Best | 108.3 | ₹2,145 |
| March | 105.7 | ₹2,094 |
| April | 104.9 | ₹2,078 |
| May | 104.9 | ₹2,078 |
| June | 103.5 | ₹2,050 |
| July | 104 | ₹2,060 |
| August | 92.7 | ₹1,836 |
| SeptemberLowest | 90.7 | ₹1,796 |
| October | 92 | ₹1,822 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, March, April. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,550/quintal in March 2026.
| November |
| 93.6 |
| ₹1,854 |
| December | 98.1 | ₹1,943 |
