Construction Material Rates in Kanpur — September 2026

Last updated: 02 Sep 2026

Kanpur is one of Uttar Pradesh’s largest construction markets, with active demand from residential builders in areas like Kalyanpur, Kidwai Nagar and Panki, alongside ongoing commercial and institutional work near the industrial belt. Material rates here track UP-wide cement and steel pricing closely, with brick and aggregate rates shaped by proximity to local kilns and the Ganga sand mining belt.

Cement rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
UltraTech OPC 43 Grade Ordinary Portland Cement 43 grade	per 50kg bag	₹390–395	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
UltraTech PPC Portland Pozzolana Cement	per 50kg bag	₹370–400	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Steel rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
TMT Fe500D 8mm–12mm TMT reinforcement bar, Fe500D	per kg	₹59–62	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
TMT Fe500D 16mm–25mm TMT reinforcement bar, Fe500D	per kg	₹66–72	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
Binding Wire 18 gauge Annealed binding wire, 18 gauge	per kg	₹75–85	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Bricks & Blocks rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Red Clay Brick (Class A) First class table-moulded clay brick	per 1000 nos	₹6,000–6,200	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Fly Ash Brick 230x110x75mm Fly ash brick, standard size	per 1000 nos	₹5,500–5,600	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
AAC Block 600x200x100mm Autoclaved aerated concrete block	per cum	₹4,200–4,300	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.

Aggregates & Concrete rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Coarse Sand (river/Yamuna) River / Yamuna coarse sand, zone III	per cft	₹38–40	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Stone Aggregate 20mm Graded stone aggregate 20mm nominal	per cft	₹50–52	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Ready Mix Concrete M25 RMC M25 grade, pump-ready	per cum	₹5,250–5,350	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.

Boards & Plywood rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
CenturyPly Sainik MR 12mm MR grade commercial plywood 12mm	per sq ft	₹72–75	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
CenturyPly Club Prime BWP 18mm BWP marine grade plywood 18mm	per sq ft	₹130–160	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
Blockboard BWR 19mm BWR grade blockboard 19mm	per sq ft	₹90–92	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
MDF Plain 18mm Plain medium density fibreboard 18mm	per sq ft	₹45–60	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
HDHMR Board 18mm (Action Tesa) High density high moisture resistant	per sq ft	₹100–102	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
WPC Board 18mm Wood plastic composite board 18mm	per sq ft	₹160–170	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
PVC Foam Board 18mm PVC foam board 18mm	per sq ft	₹70–95	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Laminate & Veneer rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Merino Decorative Laminate 1mm (8x4 ft) 1mm decorative laminate, 8x4 ft	per sheet	₹1,500–1,550	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Merino Liner Laminate 0.8mm (8x4 ft) 0.8mm liner laminate, 8x4 ft	per sheet	₹850–1,200	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
Natural Teak Veneer 4mm (8x4 ft) Natural teak veneer 4mm, 8x4 ft	per sheet	₹2,200–3,500	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Tiles rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Kajaria Vitrified Double Charge 600x600mm Double charge vitrified tile 600x600	per sq ft	₹50–52	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Kajaria Ceramic Wall Tile 300x600mm Ceramic glazed wall tile 300x600	per sq ft	₹38–60	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Gypsum & False Ceiling rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Gypsum Plaster 25kg bag Gypsum plaster, 25kg bag	per bag	₹350–375	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Gyproc Gypsum Board 12.5mm Gypsum board 12.5mm	per sq ft	₹25–30	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
POP Powder 25kg bag Plaster of Paris powder, 25kg bag	per bag	₹230–290	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
GI Ceiling Framing Channel Galvanised iron ceiling channel	per running ft	₹25–38	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.

Paint rates in Kanpur

Material	Unit	Rate	Basis
Asian Paints Tractor Emulsion 20L Interior economy emulsion (per litre of 20L)	per litre	₹135–165	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.
Asian Paints Apex Exterior 20L Exterior emulsion (per litre of 20L)	per litre	₹210–260	Indicative range for Kanpur, based on regional price levels. Actual prices vary by dealer, quantity and payment terms.
Birla White Wall Care Putty 40kg White cement wall putty, 40kg bag	per bag	₹1,050–1,250	Verified market rate, Kanpur, updated 02 Sep 2026.

About material rates in Kanpur

Cement and TMT steel prices in Kanpur move with national producer pricing and generally stay within a few percent of other Uttar Pradesh cities. Bricks, sand and aggregate are more locally driven — rates can shift with monsoon-season mining restrictions and transport costs from nearby quarries. Plywood, laminate and tile rates are typically dealer-quoted and vary more by brand and finish than by city.

Rates on this page are indicative unless marked “verified”, and are meant as a starting reference for estimation — always confirm current pricing with a local dealer before finalising a bill of quantities.

Frequently asked questions — material rates in Kanpur

What is the current cement rate in Kanpur?

Cement rates in Kanpur are shown above by brand and grade — OPC 43 grade and PPC are the most commonly used for residential construction. Rates are indicative and can vary by dealer, order quantity and payment terms; contact us for a current quote against your specific requirement.

How much does TMT steel cost in Kanpur?

TMT Fe500D steel rates in Kanpur are listed above by bar diameter range, priced per kg. Finer bars (8–12mm) typically cost slightly more per kg than thicker bars (16–25mm) due to processing. Rates move with national steel pricing and can change week to week.

Are these material rates fixed or negotiable?

Most rates shown here are indicative ranges, not fixed prices — actual pricing depends on the dealer, order volume, delivery location within Kanpur, and payment terms (cash vs. credit). A rate marked “verified” means our team has personally confirmed that specific figure with a dealer, rather than derived it from regional pricing — currently, every rate shown for Kanpur is a derived indicative range, not a verified quote.

How often are Kanpur material rates updated?

Rates are reviewed periodically and refreshed when market movement is significant. Each rate on this page shows its last-updated date; rates older than 45 days are flagged as potentially stale so you know to confirm before relying on them for a quote.

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