Masur (Lentil) in Rajasthan: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Rajasthan produced 27,171 tonnes of Masur (Lentil) from 25,393 ha (average yield 1,070 kg/ha) - #6 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +16% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 17,024 | 23,416 | 1,375 |
| 2020-21 | 35,705 | 48,102 | 1,347 |
| 2021-22 | 16,729 | 22,183 | 1,326 |
| 2022-23 | 20,884 | 28,712 | 1,375 |
| 2023-24 | 27,351 | 34,298 | 1,254 |
| 2024-25 | 25,393 | 27,171 | 1,070 |
Top Masur (Lentil)-Producing Districts in Rajasthan (2024-25)
- Jhalawar: 11,676 tonnes (43%), yield 1,441 kg/ha
- Jhunjhunu: 6,880 tonnes (25%), yield 735 kg/ha
- Pratapgarh: 2,408 tonnes (9%), yield 1,170 kg/ha
- Bhilwara: 2,392 tonnes (9%), yield 1,026 kg/ha
- Deeg: 978 tonnes (4%), yield 1,070 kg/ha
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India (final estimates), via UPAg. State figures are the sum of district estimates.
Masur (Lentil) Cultivation in Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the 5th-largest producer of Masur (Lentil) in India. Masur (Lentil) (मसूर) here is a pulse crop with a Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Apr) season (Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Apr)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Rajasthan's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Masur (Lentil) MSP & Procurement in Rajasthan
The Minimum Support Price for Masur (Lentil) is ₹7,000/quintal (Rabi 2026-27). Government agencies procure Masur (Lentil) at MSP in Rajasthan during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹7,000. Today's market modal price of ₹8,300 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Masur (Lentil) in Rajasthan
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Jaipur Krishi Upaj Mandi, Jodhpur APMC, Kota Grain Market, Bikaner Mandi, Sri Ganganagar Mandi. Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Rajasthan. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Rajasthan Masur (Lentil) Farmers
Rajasthan Masur (Lentil) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.