Kharif MSP 2026-27: Full List for 14 Crops (Paddy ₹2,441)
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved higher MSPs for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season on 13 May 2026. Common paddy MSP is ₹2,441 per quintal, up ₹72 from ₹2,369.
- Paddy (common) MSP: ₹2,441; Grade A: ₹2,461 per quintal.
- 14 crops covered; paddy, jowar and cotton each have two variants.
- Highest increase: sunflower seed, +₹622 per quintal.
हिंदी सारांश: खरीफ विपणन सीजन 2026-27 में सामान्य धान का MSP ₹2,441 और ग्रेड A धान का ₹2,461 प्रति क्विंटल है। सबसे बड़ी बढ़ोतरी सूरजमुखी में ₹622 की हुई।
Kharif MSP 2026-27: full list
| Crop | MSP 2025-26 (₹/quintal) | MSP 2026-27 (₹/quintal) | Increase (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy (Common) | ₹2,369 | ₹2,441 | +₹72 |
| Paddy (Grade A) | ₹2,389 | ₹2,461 | +₹72 |
| Jowar (Hybrid) | ₹3,699 | ₹4,023 | +₹324 |
| Jowar (Maldandi) | ₹3,749 | ₹4,073 | +₹324 |
| Bajra | ₹2,775 | ₹2,900 | +₹125 |
| Ragi | ₹4,886 | ₹5,205 | +₹319 |
| Maize | ₹2,400 | ₹2,410 | +₹10 |
| Tur (Arhar) | ₹8,000 | ₹8,450 | +₹450 |
| Moong | ₹8,768 | ₹8,780 | +₹12 |
| Urad | ₹7,800 | ₹8,200 | +₹400 |
| Groundnut | ₹7,263 | ₹7,517 | +₹254 |
| Sunflower seed | ₹7,721 | ₹8,343 | +₹622 |
| Soybean (Yellow) | ₹5,328 | ₹5,708 | +₹380 |
| Sesamum | ₹9,846 | ₹10,346 | +₹500 |
| Nigerseed | ₹9,537 | ₹10,052 | +₹515 |
| Cotton (Medium staple) | ₹7,710 | ₹8,267 | +₹557 |
| Cotton (Long staple) | ₹8,110 | ₹8,667 | +₹557 |
Calculate the value of your crop at MSP with the MSP calculator. For the current market price, see today’s mandi bhav.
Kharif crops and sowing time
Kharif crops are generally sown with the monsoon in June–July and harvested in September–November. Read our guide to Kharif, Rabi and Zaid crops or open the crop calendar.
How big was each increase in Kharif MSP 2026-27
Ranking the increases by percentage shows which crops gained most relative to their price level. These percentages are our own calculation from the announced prices.
| Crop | Increase (₹) | Increase (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Jowar (Hybrid and Maldandi) | +324 | about 8.8% (hybrid) |
| Sunflower seed | +622 | about 8.1% |
| Cotton (Medium and Long staple) | +557 | about 7.2% (medium) |
| Soybean (Yellow) | +380 | about 7.1% |
| Ragi | +319 | about 6.5% |
| Tur (Arhar) | +450 | about 5.6% |
| Nigerseed | +515 | about 5.4% |
| Urad | +400 | about 5.1% |
| Sesamum | +500 | about 5.1% |
| Bajra | +125 | about 4.5% |
| Groundnut | +254 | about 3.5% |
| Paddy (Common and Grade A) | +72 | about 3.0% (common) |
| Maize | +10 | about 0.4% |
| Moong | +12 | about 0.1% |
The pattern is clear: oilseeds, cotton and millets saw the biggest relative gains, while paddy rose modestly and maize and moong were almost unchanged. Farmers deciding between crops should compare the MSP with their own cost and with the market, not with last year’s price alone.
Kharif 2026 sowing: how much area was planted
Government data reported in mid-September 2026 showed total kharif area of about 1,279.66 lakh hectares. Paddy covered about 426.81 lakh hectares, soybean 122.08, cotton 109.34, maize 91.59 and bajra 64.88. These were in-season reports and final figures come later. The 2026 monsoon ended about 13 percent below normal, which affected yields in some regions, so MSP and market conditions matter more for farm income this year.
Kharif crops and harvest months
| Crop group | Typical harvest |
|---|---|
| Moong, urad | August to October |
| Maize, soybean, bajra | September to October |
| Paddy, groundnut | Late September to November |
| Jowar | October to November |
| Tur (arhar) | November to January |
| Cotton | September to January, in several pickings |
These are general ranges and vary by state and variety. Use the crop calendar for sowing and harvest windows.
How to use Kharif MSP when you sell
- Check the quality norms (moisture and foreign matter) that procurement agencies apply to your crop.
- Register with your state’s procurement system where it exists, and keep land records and bank details ready.
- Compare today’s rate in mandi bhav today with the MSP above. If the market price is higher, selling in the mandi may pay more.
- Value your crop with the MSP calculator.
- Insure your crop where you can, and report losses on time.
Common mistakes with Kharif MSP
- Believing MSP means every quintal will be bought in every state.
- Mixing up variants: paddy common and Grade A, jowar hybrid and Maldandi, cotton medium and long staple have different prices.
- Reading the marketing season wrongly: 2026-27 covers the crop harvested in autumn 2026.
- Ignoring storage and drying costs when comparing MSP with a later market price.
For the winter season’s prices, see Rabi MSP 2026-27 and the latest Rabi MSP 2027-28. Season basics are in Kharif, Rabi and Zaid crops, and the term is explained in MSP full form.
Key dates for Kharif MSP 2026-27
| Stage | When |
|---|---|
| Cabinet approval of Kharif MSP 2026-27 | 13 May 2026 |
| Sowing | June to July 2026 with the monsoon |
| Harvest | August 2026 to January 2027, depending on the crop |
| Procurement | Autumn and early winter, with dates set by each state |
Choosing between crop groups
Cereals such as paddy and maize are mostly sold through procurement or traders, pulses like tur, moong and urad need dry harvest weather and attract high prices per quintal, and oilseeds such as soybean and groundnut depend on processor demand. Cotton gets two MSP variants and requires several pickings. Compare MSP with your cost per quintal and with the local mandi rate before choosing, and remember that a crop with a bigger percentage MSP rise may still need more inputs or risk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the paddy MSP for 2026-27?
Common grade paddy is ₹2,441 and Grade A paddy is ₹2,461 per quintal for the Kharif marketing season 2026-27.
When was the Kharif MSP 2026-27 approved?
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved it on 13 May 2026.
What is the soybean MSP for 2026-27?
Yellow soybean MSP is ₹5,708 per quintal, up ₹380.
Which Kharif crop got the largest increase?
Sunflower seed rose by ₹622 per quintal, followed by cotton (+₹557) and nigerseed (+₹515).
Which Kharif crop got the biggest rupee increase in 2026-27?
Sunflower seed, up ₹622 per quintal. By percentage, hybrid jowar rose most at about 8.8 percent.
What are the Kharif MSPs for cotton in 2026-27?
Medium staple cotton is ₹8,267 per quintal and long staple ₹8,667, each up ₹557.
How many crops does Kharif MSP cover?
The Cabinet approved prices for 14 Kharif crops, with paddy, jowar and cotton each having two variants.
Is MSP the same as the market price?
No. The market price changes daily with supply and demand, while MSP is the government’s announced support price. Check live rates in Mandi Bhav Today.
Do all farmers get MSP for Kharif crops?
Purchase depends on the crop, state and agency, and on quality norms. Check procurement arrangements with your local centre.
Sources
- Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs decision on Kharif MSP for marketing season 2026-27, 13 May 2026 (Press Information Bureau, Government of India)
- Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP)
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