Under the revised MSP structure, the government has increased the support price for all major Kharif crops including paddy, pulses, oilseeds, coarse cereals and cotton. The MSP rates are fixed to provide farmers a margin of at least 50 percent over the cost of production for most crops.
In this article, you can check the latest MSP for Kharif Crops 2026-27, previous year comparison, crop-wise increase, benefits of MSP and official notification PDF.
MSP for Kharif Crops 2026-27 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Scheme Name | Minimum Support Price (MSP) |
| Season | Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2026-27 |
| Announced By | Government of India |
| Approved By | Union Cabinet |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers |
| Major Crops Covered | Paddy, Pulses, Oilseeds, Cotton, Millets |
| Objective | Ensure remunerative prices to farmers |
| Highest MSP Increase | Sunflower Seed |
| Official Website | https://cacp.da.gov.in/Home/MSP |
MSP for Kharif Crops 2026-27 - Crop Wise Rates
The following table shows the MSP rates for Kharif crops for Marketing Season 2026-27 along with estimated production cost and expected margin over cost.(Rs./Quintal)
Note: Cost data is not separately compiled for Paddy (Grade A), Maldandi Jowar and Cotton (Long Staple).
Farmers can use the updated MSP list to plan crop cultivation and estimate expected returns for the upcoming Kharif season.
| Crops | MSP 2026-27 | Cost* KMS 2025-26 | Margin Over Cost (%) |
| Paddy (Common) | 2441 | 1627 | 50 |
| Paddy (Grade A) | 2461 | - | - |
| Jowar (Hybrid) | 4023 | 2682 | 50 |
| Jowar (Maldandi) | 4073 | - | - |
| Bajra | 2900 | 1858 | 56 |
| Ragi | 5205 | 3470 | 50 |
| Maize | 2410 | 1544 | 56 |
| Tur / Arhar | 8450 | 5496 | 54 |
| Moong | 8780 | 5438 | 61 |
| Urad | 8200 | 5418 | 51 |
| Groundnut | 7517 | 5011 | 50 |
| Sunflower Seed | 8343 | 5562 | 50 |
| Soybean (Yellow) | 5708 | 3805 | 50 |
| Sesamum | 10346 | 6897 | 50 |
| Nigerseed | 10052 | 6701 | 50 |
| Cotton (Medium Staple) | 8267 | 5511 | 50 |
| Cotton (Long Staple) | 8667 | - | - |
Crops Giving Highest Margin Over Cost to Farmers
Among all crops, the highest estimated margin over production cost has been calculated for:- Moong - 61%
- Bajra - 56%
- Maize - 56%
- Tur / Arhar - 54%
- Urad - 51%
Note: Cost data is not separately compiled for Paddy (Grade A), Maldandi Jowar and Cotton (Long Staple).
MSP Comparison: 2026-27 vs 2025-26 (with Price Increase)
The table below compares the latest MSP with the previous year rates and shows how much increase has been approved for each crop.(Rs./Quintal)
| Crops | MSP 2026-27 | MSP 2025-26 | MSP Increase in 2026-27 over 2025-26 |
| Paddy (Common) | 2441 | 2369 | 72 |
| Paddy (Grade A) | 2461 | 2389 | 72 |
| Jowar (Hybrid) | 4023 | 3699 | 324 |
| Jowar (Maldandi) | 4073 | 3749 | 324 |
| Bajra | 2900 | 2775 | 125 |
| Ragi | 5205 | 4886 | 319 |
| Maize | 2410 | 2400 | 10 |
| Tur / Arhar | 8450 | 8000 | 450 |
| Moong | 8780 | 8768 | 12 |
| Urad | 8200 | 7800 | 400 |
| Groundnut | 7517 | 7263 | 254 |
| Sunflower Seed | 8343 | 7721 | 622 |
| Soybean (Yellow) | 5708 | 5328 | 380 |
| Sesamum | 10346 | 9846 | 500 |
| Nigerseed | 10052 | 9537 | 515 |
| Cotton (Medium Staple) | 8267 | 7710 | 557 |
| Cotton (Long Staple) | 8667 | 8110 | 557 |
Which Crop Got the Highest MSP Increase?
The highest absolute increase in MSP for 2026-27 has been announced for:- Sunflower Seed - Rs. 622 per quintal
- Cotton - Rs. 557 per quintal
- Nigerseed - Rs. 515 per quintal
- Sesamum - Rs. 500 per quintal
- Tur / Arhar - Rs. 450 per quintal
- Maize - Rs. 10 per quintal
- Moong - Rs. 12 per quintal
Expenses Included While Calculating MSP
The government considers several farming expenses while fixing MSP. These include:- Cost of seeds
- Fertilizers and manure
- Human labour charges
- Machine and tractor expenses
- Irrigation charges
- Electricity and diesel expenses
- Land rent for leased land
- Interest on working capital
- Farm equipment depreciation
- Family labour value
- Other miscellaneous farming expenses
Government Focus on Pulses and Oilseeds
In recent years, the central government has been encouraging cultivation of pulses, oilseeds and millets (Shree Anna) instead of only traditional cereals. Higher MSP rates for these crops are aimed at:- Improving farmer income
- Promoting crop diversification
- Reducing import dependency
- Increasing domestic production
- Improving soil health
Benefits of Minimum Support Price (MSP)
The MSP system provides several advantages to farmers and the agricultural sector.- Assured Minimum Income - Farmers get guaranteed minimum prices for their produce even if market prices fall.
- Protection from Distress Sale - MSP protects farmers from selling crops at very low prices during oversupply.
- Encourages Agricultural Production - Better returns motivate farmers to increase crop cultivation.
- Promotes Crop Diversification - Higher MSP for pulses and oilseeds encourages farmers to diversify crops.
- Improves Rural Economy - Stable farm income helps strengthen rural purchasing power and economic activity.
Official Page to Check MSP for Kharif Crops 2026-27
The MSP of Kharif crops can be checked through the official website https://cacp.da.gov.in/Home/MSPConclusion
The MSP for Kharif Crops 2026-27 brings higher support prices for all major Kharif crops and aims to provide better income security to farmers across the country. Significant increases in MSP for sunflower seed, cotton and oilseeds indicate the government’s continued focus on promoting diversified agriculture and improving farmer profitability.Farmers can use the updated MSP list to plan crop cultivation and estimate expected returns for the upcoming Kharif season.
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