Based on 25 years of data, Mataki prices in India typically peak in January (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +5%
Weakest month
October
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹4,989/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 105.4 | ₹5,258 |
| February | 102.3 | ₹5,104 |
| March | 99.5 | ₹4,964 |
| April | 95.6 | ₹4,769 |
| May | 101.2 | ₹5,049 |
| June | 97.8 | ₹4,879 |
| July | 101.1 | ₹5,044 |
| August | 102.1 | ₹5,094 |
| September | 97.9 | ₹4,884 |
| OctoberLowest | 95.5 | ₹4,764 |
| November | 97.7 | ₹4,874 |
| December | 103.9 | ₹5,183 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, December, February. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹10,671/quintal in September 2026.
