Rabi MSP 2027-28: Full List of Minimum Support Prices (Wheat ₹2,610)
Rabi MSP 2027-28 is the new set of minimum support prices that the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved on 30 September 2026 for the six rabi crops that farmers are sowing this winter. Wheat rises by ₹25 to ₹2,610 per quintal, rapeseed and mustard by ₹413 to ₹6,613, gram by ₹83 to ₹5,958, and safflower by the largest amount, ₹675, to ₹7,215. This guide lists every price, compares it with last year, shows the government’s margin over cost, and explains what the numbers mean for your sowing decision.
These prices apply to the crop sown from October to December 2026 and bought by government agencies after harvest in the 2027-28 marketing season, which mainly means April to June 2027.
Quick answer: Rabi MSP 2027-28 per quintal: wheat ₹2,610, barley ₹2,286, gram ₹5,958, masur (lentil) ₹7,390, rapeseed and mustard ₹6,613 and safflower ₹7,215. Every crop gets an increase, ranging from about 1 percent for wheat to about 10 percent for safflower. The government says each price is at least 1.5 times the all-India weighted average cost of production.
Key takeaways
- The Cabinet approved the rabi MSP for the 2027-28 marketing season on 30 September 2026, covering six crops.
- Wheat gets the smallest rise, ₹25 or about 1 percent, while safflower gets the largest, ₹675 or about 10 percent.
- Mustard (+₹413), lentil (+₹390) and barley (+₹136) rise more than wheat, which reflects the push for pulses and oilseeds.
- The government reports margins over cost of 106 percent for wheat and 96 percent for rapeseed and mustard, but only 59 percent for gram and 50 percent for safflower.
- MSP is a government purchase price, not a guarantee that every mandi trade will happen at that rate.
सारांश (हिंदी): रबी एमएसपी 2027-28: गेहूं ₹2,610 (+₹25), जौ ₹2,286, चना ₹5,958, मसूर ₹7,390, सरसों ₹6,613 और कुसुम (सेफ्लावर) ₹7,215 प्रति क्विंटल। मंत्रिमंडल ने 30 सितंबर 2026 को इन्हें मंज़ूरी दी। ये भाव इस सर्दी में बोई जा रही फसल पर लागू होंगे और सरकारी खरीद अप्रैल से जून 2027 के बीच होगी।
Rabi MSP 2027-28: full list of prices
The table compares the new prices with the 2026-27 marketing season. Percentage changes are our own calculation from the announced figures.
| Crop | MSP 2026-27 (₹/quintal) | MSP 2027-28 (₹/quintal) | Increase (₹) | Increase (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 2,585 | 2,610 | 25 | 0.97% |
| Barley | 2,150 | 2,286 | 136 | 6.33% |
| Gram (chana) | 5,875 | 5,958 | 83 | 1.41% |
| Masur (lentil) | 7,000 | 7,390 | 390 | 5.57% |
| Rapeseed and mustard | 6,200 | 6,613 | 413 | 6.66% |
| Safflower (kusum) | 6,540 | 7,215 | 675 | 10.32% |
What “2027-28 marketing season” means
The marketing season is named after the year in which the government buys the crop, not the year in which you sow it. So the rabi MSP 2027-28 applies to wheat, mustard and other rabi crops sown in October to December 2026, harvested in March to April 2027, and bought from about April 2027. Last year’s list, the Rabi MSP 2026-27, applied to the crop that farmers harvested in spring 2026.
Margin over cost: how well each crop is covered
The government fixes MSP at no less than 1.5 times the all-India weighted average cost of production, a commitment dating from the Union Budget 2018-19. The table shows the cost estimate and the margin the government reports for each crop.
| Crop | Cost of production (₹/quintal) | MSP 2027-28 (₹/quintal) | Reported margin over cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 1,264 | 2,610 | 106% |
| Rapeseed and mustard | 3,367 | 6,613 | 96% |
| Masur (lentil) | 3,854 | 7,390 | 92% |
| Gram | 3,751 | 5,958 | 59% |
| Barley | 1,447 | 2,286 | 58% |
| Safflower | 4,810 | 7,215 | 50% |
These are weighted national averages, so your own cost can be higher or lower. The cost measure used by the government counts paid-out costs and the imputed value of family labour. It may not include every cost you pay, such as the full rent on leased land, so treat the margin as a guide and not as your profit.
What the rabi MSP 2027-28 means for sowing decisions
The 2026 monsoon ended at 87 percent of normal, and reservoirs in the south are low, so water is the first question for many farmers. The price signal from this year’s list favours crops that need less water and fetch more per quintal.
| Crop | What the price signal says | Things to weigh |
|---|---|---|
| Wheat | Small increase; the price is already well above cost | Needs several irrigations; warm weather in February and March can hurt grain filling |
| Rapeseed and mustard | Strong increase of ₹413 | Needs less water than wheat; market prices often rise above MSP |
| Gram | Modest increase | Mostly rainfed; low water need; margin over cost is lower |
| Masur (lentil) | Strong increase of ₹390 | Suits residual moisture; check local procurement arrangements |
| Barley | Good increase of ₹136 | Hardy and uses less water than wheat; demand from feed and malting |
| Safflower | Largest increase, ₹675 | Grown in a limited area; check your state’s procurement plan |
No crop is right for every field. Soil, irrigation, local procurement and your own cost matter more than any single national price. Ask your Krishi Vigyan Kendra or state agriculture department for a plan that suits your district. Use the crop calendar to check sowing windows, and the fertilizer calculator to plan nutrients.
How much could a lot earn at MSP?
The government buys only what falls within procurement limits and quality norms in your state, so do the arithmetic for the quantity you can really sell. As a worked example, 40 quintals of wheat at ₹2,610 comes to ₹1,04,400 before transport and other costs. Use the MSP calculator to try your own quantity and crop.
Rabi MSP vs the mandi price today
MSP is the price at which government agencies buy. Mandi prices move daily with arrivals and demand. On 21 October 2026, the median wheat price in the official feed was ₹2,550 per quintal, a little below the new wheat MSP of ₹2,610. That gap is not a loss, because the wheat now trading comes from the 2026 harvest and the new MSP applies to the 2027 crop. See live rates on Mandi Bhav Today and the analysis in wheat rate today.
How MSP purchase works in practice
- Register. Most states require farmers to register before procurement opens. Watch for your state’s notice in early 2027.
- Prepare the crop. Dry, clean grain that meets the quality norms avoids deductions or rejection.
- Bring it to the centre. Use the token or slot system where your state has one.
- Receive payment. Payment normally goes to your bank account by direct transfer.
- Keep records. Save the weighment slip, gate pass and bank statement.
Our explainer on MSP full form covers who decides the price and how it differs from the mandi price.
What the government says about the rabi MSP 2027-28
The government said the increases ensure remunerative prices for farmers and encourage crop diversification. It also pointed to procurement and payment figures: wheat procurement of 3,715 lakh tonnes between 2014-15 and 2025-26, compared with 2,254 lakh tonnes in the previous 11 years, and MSP payments to wheat farmers of ₹7.31 lakh crore, compared with ₹2.56 lakh crore. These are official figures reported at the announcement.
Common mistakes about the rabi MSP 2027-28
- Believing the new price applies to wheat you are selling this month. It applies to the 2027 harvest.
- Assuming the government will buy every quintal of every crop in every state.
- Reading the margin over cost as personal profit.
- Choosing a crop only because its percentage increase is large, without checking water and local procurement.
- Missing the registration deadline for procurement in your state.
Rabi MSP 2027-28: what to do next
Pick your crop using water, soil and local procurement first, and then use the rabi MSP 2027-28 as a price check. Register early for procurement when your state opens it, and follow mandi rates through the season so you can compare the market with the support price.
Browse more guides in Government Schemes for Farmers, see last year’s prices in the Rabi MSP 2026-27 list, or return to the Harvest homepage.
Data note: MSP values, cost of production and margins come from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs decision reported on 30 September 2026, and the percentage changes are our calculation. The mandi price is from the Agmarknet feed on 21 October 2026. The Harvest is an independent information website and is not affiliated with any government body.
Rabi MSP 2027-28: frequently asked questions
What is the wheat MSP for 2027-28?
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs fixed the wheat MSP at ₹2,610 per quintal for the 2027-28 marketing season on 30 September 2026, up ₹25 from ₹2,585.
What are the rabi MSP 2027-28 prices for all crops?
Per quintal: wheat ₹2,610, barley ₹2,286, gram ₹5,958, masur (lentil) ₹7,390, rapeseed and mustard ₹6,613 and safflower ₹7,215.
Which crop got the biggest MSP increase?
Safflower got the biggest rise, ₹675 or about 10 percent, to ₹7,215. Rapeseed and mustard rose ₹413, lentil ₹390, barley ₹136, gram ₹83 and wheat ₹25.
When will the rabi MSP 2027-28 apply?
It applies to rabi crops sown in October to December 2026 and bought by government agencies after harvest in the 2027-28 marketing season, mainly from April 2027.
What margin over cost does the government report?
The government reports margins over the all-India weighted average cost of production of 106 percent for wheat, 96 for mustard, 92 for lentil, 59 for gram, 58 for barley and 50 for safflower.
Is the rabi MSP 2027-28 the price I get today?
No. Wheat now trading in mandis is from the 2026 harvest. The new MSP applies to the crop being sown now. Check live rates on Mandi Bhav Today.
Will the government buy all my crop at MSP?
Not automatically. Purchase depends on your state's procurement plan, registration, quality norms and limits. Register early when your state opens procurement.
