Today Egg Rate (Live NECC Egg Price)

(NECC Egg Price in India – Updated Today)

Today’s Rate

₹6.20

per
piece

Tray Price

₹186.0

(30 Eggs)

Lowest Price Market

Ajmer


Supermarket Rate

₹6.82

(Updated:23rd July 2026): Today NECC egg rate in India is ₹6.20 per egg, and ₹186.0 for a 30 eggs and 1 peti egg price today is ₹1302 crate price (210 eggs).
Wholesale egg rate and NECC suggested price are both ₹6.20 today, while supermarket rates are slightly higher at ₹6.82. The egg crate price (tray of 30 eggs) is at ₹186.0.
Ajmer has the lowest price today at ₹6.20, and Pune shows the highest rate of ₹7.50. These rates are updated daily based on NECC guidelines.

Let’s check the latest national egg rates today in India cities…

Today Egg Price NECC Live Updates – 23rd July 2026

MarketPieceTray100 PcsPeti
Ahmedabad₹7.23₹216.78₹723₹1,517
Ajmer₹6.73₹201.90₹673₹1,413
Barwala₹6.63₹198.86₹663₹1,392
Bengaluru (CC)₹7.22₹216.59₹722₹1,516
Brahmapur (OD)₹6.93₹207.85₹693₹1,455
Chennai (CC)₹7.33₹219.98₹733₹1,540
Chittoor₹7.26₹217.88₹726₹1,525
Delhi (CC)₹6.96₹208.76₹696₹1,461
E.Godavari₹6.62₹198.65₹662₹1,391
Hospet₹6.62₹198.59₹662₹1,390
Hyderabad₹6.77₹202.96₹677₹1,421
Jabalpur₹7.06₹211.70₹706₹1,482
Kolkata (WB)₹7.33₹219.78₹733₹1,538
Ludhiana₹6.63₹199.03₹663₹1,393
Mumbai (CC)₹7.39₹221.81₹739₹1,553
Mysuru₹7.35₹220.43₹735₹1,543
Namakkal₹6.64₹199.11₹664₹1,394
Pune₹7.47₹224.15₹747₹1,569
Raipur₹6.84₹205.17₹684₹1,436
Surat₹7.30₹219.07₹730₹1,533
Vijayawada₹6.98₹209.28₹698₹1,465
Vizag₹6.69₹200.67₹669₹1,405
W.Godavari₹6.66₹199.83₹666₹1,399
Warangal₹6.79₹203.56₹679₹1,425
Allahabad (CC)₹7.31₹219.27₹731₹1,535
Bhopal₹7.04₹211.14₹704₹1,478
Indore (CC)₹6.97₹209.02₹697₹1,463
Kanpur (CC)₹7.00₹210.05₹700₹1,470
Luknow (CC)₹7.23₹216.94₹723₹1,519
Muzaffurpur (CC)₹7.24₹217.15₹724₹1,520
Nagpur₹7.14₹214.31₹714₹1,500
Patna₹7.24₹217.15₹724₹1,520
Ranchi (CC)₹6.90₹207.14₹690₹1,450
Varanasi (CC)₹7.20₹216.01₹720₹1,512
Today Egg Rate in India

National Egg Market Rate

MARKET

PIECE

NECC Egg Rate Today

₹6.20

Wholesale Egg Rate

₹6.20

Retail Egg Rate

₹6.94

Supermarket Rate

₹6.82

Lowest Rate: Ajmer

₹6.20

Highest Rate: Pune

₹7.50

Egg Price Comparison by City

Top 20
  1. Pune ₹7.50
  2. Chennai (CC) ₹7.40
  3. Mumbai (CC) ₹7.40
  4. Chittoor ₹7.33
  5. Surat ₹7.30
  6. Mysuru ₹7.25
  7. Ranchi (CC) ₹7.25
  8. Bengaluru (CC) ₹7.20
  9. Allahabad (CC) ₹7.14
  10. Kolkata (WB) ₹7.10
  11. Ahmedabad ₹7.00
  12. Vijayawada ₹7.00
  13. Luknow (CC) ₹7.00
  14. Jabalpur ₹6.90
  15. Nagpur ₹6.90
  16. Varanasi (CC) ₹6.90
  17. Brahmapur (OD) ₹6.80
  18. Namakkal ₹6.80
  19. Muzaffurpur (CC) ₹6.80
  20. Patna ₹6.80

NECC-National Egg Coordination Committee (NECC)

The National Egg Coordination Committee (NECC) is an organization formed by poultry farmers and industry stakeholders to bring more transparency and coordination to India’s egg market. It was established in May 1982 with the involvement of Dr. B.V. Rao, a notable figure in the growth of India’s poultry industry. Dr. Rao was recognized by the World Poultry Science Association and received the Padma Shri from the Government of India in 1990 for his contribution to the sector.

NECC gathers market information from farmers, traders, and zonal representatives to publish a suggested daily reference rate for the egg trade. TodayEggRateIndia.com is an independent, informational website and is not officially affiliated with NECC, any government department, or poultry authority. We share these reference rates for general awareness only, and actual local prices can differ.

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Your Guide to Daily Wholesale Egg Rates

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Wholesale egg rates are the prices at which distributors and traders buy and sell eggs in bulk, before they reach retail shops or supermarkets. These rates change often, and many buyers and sellers use the daily reference rate published by NECC as a general guide rather than a fixed price.

As eggs move from the wholesale market to retailers and supermarkets, costs such as transport, handling, and retail margin get added. That’s why supermarket and retail prices are usually a bit higher than the wholesale rate.

Egg prices can shift from day to day due to demand and supply, weather, and feed costs, among other factors. Checking the daily rate here can help you follow general price movement, but we recommend confirming the exact price with your local shop or market before buying or selling in bulk.

Egg Consumption in India

Egg consumption in India has grown steadily over the past decade, as more households include eggs as an affordable source of protein in their daily diet. Government data has pointed to a clear rise in per-person egg availability compared to a decade ago, reflecting changing food habits nationwide.

This growing demand, together with the expansion of organized poultry farming, has helped make eggs one of the most widely consumed food items in India. Exact figures can vary between different reports, but the overall trend points to steady growth in both production and consumption.

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Factors Influencing Egg Rates in India

Feed Cost: Poultry feed, especially corn and soybean, forms a large part of the cost of raising hens, so a rise in feed prices usually pushes egg rates up too.


Demand and Supply: Rates tend to rise when demand is high relative to supply, and fall when supply is more plentiful.

Season and Weather: Extreme heat or cold can affect hen health and egg production, while demand can also rise around certain festivals.

Transport Cost: Moving eggs from farms to different cities adds to the final price, particularly over longer distances.

Local Market Conditions: Each city has its own mix of buyers, sellers, and competition, which can lead to price differences between regions on the same day.

Retail Margin: Shops and supermarkets add their own margin to cover operating costs, which is why retail and supermarket prices are usually higher than the wholesale or NECC reference rate.

How NECC Sets Egg Prices:

NECC doesn’t directly set egg prices. Rather, it is a collaborative platform where stakeholders (poultry farmers, zonal chairman, traders, distributors, and wholesale shop owners) share real-time market data to publish Live NECC egg rate as a “suggested” rate every midnight via E2 NECC.

  1. Coordination, Not Regulation
    NECC was founded in May 1982 to improve transparency for poultry farmers. Local chairmen compare all India and nearby zone rates before publishing a national rate list.

  2. Market Forces & Inputs
    Feed is one of the largest costs in egg production. When grain prices such as corn and soybean rise or fall, it has a direct effect on the reference rate suggested each day.
  3. Role of Traders & Distributors
    Traders and distributors negotiate directly with farmers to buy eggs in bulk. Their transport costs, storage, and current demand all play a part in shaping the final price passed down the supply chain.

  4. Retailers & Consumer Signals
    Retailers don’t primarily set egg prices, but changes in consumer behavior, cultural festivals, income changes, and dietary preferences create the market.  NECC considers these factors when suggesting daily egg prices.

Poultry Industry in India

According to the Press Information Bureau (Government of India), India is the world’s third-largest egg producer. During 2022–23, the country produced over 138 billion eggs, reflecting steady growth in poultry output driven by rising consumption and organized farming practices.

Rising incomes, urbanization, and changing food habits drive this growing demand for eggs. Government subsidies, infrastructure, breeding, disease control, and a strong supply chain model help boost egg productivity.

India is among the world’s leading egg-producing countries, with a rapidly growing poultry industry supported by strong domestic demand, improved farming practices, and organized pricing through NECC.
Also, Andhra Pradesh has a major lead in broiler production, proving its identity as a national poultry hub, One Health Poultry Hub. No doubt, large-scale commercial farms dominate the industry; meanwhile, small farmers continue to play their essential role, especially in rural food security.

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Organic vs Farm Eggs

The difference between organic and farm eggs depends on how the hens are raised. Organic eggs come from hens that have organic feed and are raised with outdoor access. Farm eggs are often produced with conventional feed and come from caged hens. 

Many buyers choose organic eggs because they value the farming and feeding practices involved, even though these eggs usually cost more. Others prefer regular farm eggs for their lower price and easy availability. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your budget, personal preference, and how important these farming practices are to you. If you have specific dietary or health questions, it’s best to check with a nutrition professional.

FAQs

What is the today egg rate in India?

The egg rate for today is ₹6.20.

What is NECC egg price today?

The NECC egg rate today is ₹6.20.

What is the rate of 30 eggs in India?

The Egg Rate for 30 eggs is ₹186.0

What is the current rate of 1 peti egg in India?

1 Peti (210 eggs) egg rate is ₹1302.

What is the current rate of 1 tray egg in India today?

The egg rate for a Tray (30 eggs) is ₹186.0.

What is the cost of 24 eggs in India today?

The cost for 24 eggs is ₹148.80.

How many rupees for 12 eggs in India today?

The cost for 12 eggs is ₹74.

What is the price of a 25-egg tray in India today?

The price for 25 eggs tray is ₹155

What is the price of 100 eggs in India?

The price for 100 eggs is ₹620

Which city has the lowest egg rate today?

Today, the lowest egg rate is in Ajmer which is priced at ₹6.20.

What is the average price of eggs in India?

The average price for eggs is ₹6.94