The visible finish — ~1-3 % of build cost, 100 % of the first impression.
paints & finishes prices in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, sourced from dealer networks and leading online marketplaces. Ranges reflect the spread between authorised-dealer bulk rates and retail single-unit rates. Prices are 4 % below the 50-city national average — you benefit from proximity to manufacturing/quarry supply.
| Item | Unit | Price in Agra |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Emulsion Paint | per litre | ₹262 ₹177–346 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Exterior Emulsion Paint | per litre | ₹306 ₹217–394 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Wall Primer | per litre | ₹108 ₹78–138 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Wall Putty (White Cement) | per kg | ₹23 ₹18–28 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Enamel Paint (Metal/Wood) | per litre | ₹360 ₹276–444 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Asian Royale LuxuryAsian PaintsInterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹549 ₹372–726 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Asian Apex UltimaAsian PaintsExterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹490 ₹348–631 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Asian Tractor EmulsionAsian PaintsInterior economy· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹197 ₹133–260 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Asian Tractor DistemperAsian PaintsDistemper· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹91 ₹61–121 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Asian Apcolite EnamelAsian PaintsEnamel gloss· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹360 ₹276–444 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Berger SilkBergerInterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹496 ₹336–656 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Berger Weathercoat All GuardBergerExterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹475 ₹337–612 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Berger Easy CleanBergerInterior mid· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹313 ₹212–414 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Berger Bison DistemperBergerDistemper· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹99 ₹67–131 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Berger Luxol Hi-glossBergerEnamel high-gloss· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹378 ₹289–466 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Nerolac Excel TotalNerolacExterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹459 ₹326–591 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Nerolac ImpressionsNerolacInterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹471 ₹319–622 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Nerolac Beauty SmoothNerolacInterior mid· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹235 ₹159–311 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Dulux WeathershieldDuluxExterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹505 ₹358–651 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Dulux Velvet TouchDuluxInterior luxury· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹523 ₹354–691 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Dulux Diamond GloDuluxInterior premium· inferred from brand premium | per litre | ₹392 ₹266–518 (dealer-to-retail) |
| JK Wall PuttyJKWhite cement based· inferred from brand premium | per kg | ₹24 ₹18–29 (dealer-to-retail) |
| Birla Wall PuttyBirlaWhite cement based· inferred from brand premium | per kg | ₹24 ₹19–29 (dealer-to-retail) |
Supply. Agra is fed by MP (Satna) and Rajasthan cement, Mandi Gobindgarh and Rajasthan TMT, and aggregate from the nearby Bayana–Bharatpur (Rajasthan) and Bundelkhand quarries. For paints & finishes specifically, this places Agra on the favourable side of the national cost band — the page's table reflects 4 % below the 50-city national average.
What moves the local price. the heritage-zone (TTZ — Taj Trapezium) environmental restrictions constrain quarrying and polluting activity around the city, tightening local aggregate; tourism-precinct and expressway demand keeps the pipeline steady.
Buyer takeaway. the Taj Trapezium Zone is the defining local factor — quarrying and kiln restrictions push aggregate and brick rates above quarry-proximate UP cities; cement is moderately priced via the Satna/Rajasthan corridors. Cross-check the paints & finishes ranges in the table above against a live local quote before raising a purchase order — the spread between bulk-dealer and retail rates in Agra, Uttar Pradesh is wider than the table's midpoint suggests.
Paints in India follow IS 15489 (exterior emulsion), IS 428 (distemper), IS 2932 (enamel), and IS 5410 (cement paint). The market is dominated by four players — Asian Paints (~55 % market share), Berger, Kansai Nerolac, and AkzoNobel (Dulux) — with tiered product lines spanning distemper/economy (₹120-200/L), standard emulsion (₹250-400/L), premium silk/royale (₹500-800/L), and luxury (₹800-1,400/L). Exterior weather-coats command a 40-60 % premium over interior due to UV resistance, water-repellency, and 7-10 year warranties. Primers, putty (wall-leveling), and enamels (wood/metal) are separate line items.
Paint prices saw 12-15 % rise through 2023-24 on TiO2 inflation and crude-oil volatility. 2025-26 has seen mild softening in entry-tier products (distemper, standard emulsion) but premium lines (Royale Luxury, Dulux Velvet Touch) continue climbing at 5-8 % YoY on successful brand positioning. Exterior weather-coats have been the fastest-growing segment with mid-rise apartment construction absorbing supply.
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Compare paints & finishes prices in Agra with other Indian metros. Prices shown are for Interior Emulsion Paint (per litre) — a representative benchmark for the category. Click any city for the full 23-item price list.
Paints & Finishes quality and manufacturing in India is governed by the following Indian Standards. Click any code for the full specification with extracted clauses, tables, and reference values.
IS 15489:2013: Plastic emulsion paint — exterior (acrylic-based). IS 428:2013: Distemper oil-bound — specification.