The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoS&PI) on November 12, 2026, through the National Statistical Office (NSO), has informed that real-time retail price data are collected weekly from 1,407 urban markets, including online markets, and 1,465 villages across all States and Union Territories. During October 2026, a 100% response rate was recorded in both rural and urban markets.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November 2026 is scheduled to be released on December 14, 2026 (Monday), or on the next working day if the scheduled date is a holiday. State-wise and item-wise indices for October 2026 are available on the MoSPI eSankhyiki portal. The Ministry has also advised that state-level item indices based on limited price quotations should be interpreted with caution. Price reporting for petrol, diesel and LPG is based on the 15th of the corresponding month.
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