🔩 Steel & Rebar · Delhi NCR, Delhi

Steel & Rebar Price in Delhi NCR — Live Rates May 2026

TMT rebar is ~25-35 % of a building's structural cost — price swings of 5 % hit the project BOQ hard.

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Prices updated 22 May 2026 · 50-city aggregate · Cross-referenced with IS codes
Live prices

Steel & Rebar prices in Delhi NCR

steel & rebar prices in Delhi NCR, Delhi, sourced from dealer networks and leading online marketplaces. Ranges reflect the spread between authorised-dealer bulk rates and retail single-unit rates. Prices are 3 % above the 50-city national averagea transport/logistics premium drives the spread against quarry-proximate cities.

ItemUnitPrice in Delhi NCR
TMT Bar 8mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹65
₹62–68 (dealer-to-retail)
TMT Bar 10mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹64
₹61–67 (dealer-to-retail)
TMT Bar 12mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹63
₹60–66 (dealer-to-retail)
TMT Bar 16mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹62
₹59–65 (dealer-to-retail)
TMT Bar 20mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹62
₹59–65 (dealer-to-retail)
TMT Bar 25mm (Fe500D)per kg
₹62
₹59–65 (dealer-to-retail)
Structural Steel (ISMB/ISMC)per kg
₹72
₹68–75 (dealer-to-retail)
MS Plate (6-12mm)per kg
₹69
₹65–72 (dealer-to-retail)
Binding Wire (18 gauge)per kg
₹62
₹58–65 (dealer-to-retail)
Tata Tiscon Fe 500D 8mmTata TisconFe 500D 8mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹70
₹66–73 (dealer-to-retail)
Tata Tiscon Fe 500D 10mmTata TisconFe 500D 10mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹69
₹65–72 (dealer-to-retail)
Tata Tiscon Fe 500D 12mmTata TisconFe 500D 12mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹68
₹64–71 (dealer-to-retail)
Tata Tiscon Fe 500D 16mmTata TisconFe 500D 16mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹67
₹63–70 (dealer-to-retail)
JSW Neosteel 500D 10mmJSW NeosteelFe 500D 10mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹67
₹64–70 (dealer-to-retail)
JSW Neosteel 500D 12mmJSW NeosteelFe 500D 12mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹66
₹63–69 (dealer-to-retail)
JSW Neosteel 500D 16mmJSW NeosteelFe 500D 16mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹65
₹62–68 (dealer-to-retail)
SAIL SeQR 10mmSAILFe 500D 10mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹65
₹62–68 (dealer-to-retail)
SAIL SeQR 12mmSAILFe 500D 12mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹64
₹61–67 (dealer-to-retail)
Vizag Steel 12mmVizag SteelFe 500D 12mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹64
₹61–67 (dealer-to-retail)
Kamdhenu Nxt 10mmKamdhenuFe 500D 10mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹64
₹61–67 (dealer-to-retail)
Kamdhenu Nxt 12mmKamdhenuFe 500D 12mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹63
₹60–66 (dealer-to-retail)
Jindal Panther 10mmJindal PantherFe 500D 10mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹67
₹64–70 (dealer-to-retail)
Jindal Panther 16mmJindal PantherFe 500D 16mm· inferred from brand premiumper kg
₹65
₹62–68 (dealer-to-retail)
Local market context

Why steel & rebar costs what it does in Delhi NCR

Supply. Delhi-NCR draws cement from Rajasthan's Nimbahera–Chittorgarh belt and Madhya Pradesh's Satna cluster (300–600 km haul), TMT bars from Mandi Gobindgarh (Punjab) secondary mills and Rajasthan rolling mills, and stone aggregate from the Aravalli quarries around Pali and Rewari. For steel & rebar specifically, this places Delhi NCR on the higher side of the national cost band — the page's table reflects 3 % above the 50-city national average.

What moves the local price. the National Capital Region runs India's densest concentration of metro, expressway, and government-housing work, so demand spikes are routine; the NGT ban on Yamuna and Aravalli river-sand mining has pushed most sites onto Rajasthan M-sand and crushed-stone fines, lifting fine-aggregate rates 20–35% above quarry-proximate cities.

Buyer takeaway. NCR rates carry a persistent logistics premium because no cement plant or major quarry sits inside the region — bulk buyers should compare ex-Bhiwadi and ex-Sonipat stockist quotes, which often beat in-city retail by 8–12%. Cross-check the steel & rebar ranges in the table above against a live local quote before raising a purchase order — the spread between bulk-dealer and retail rates in Delhi NCR, Delhi is wider than the table's midpoint suggests.

About the material

About steel & rebar

Reinforcement steel in India is manufactured per IS 1786:2008 (high-strength deformed bars for reinforced concrete) in grades Fe 415, Fe 500, Fe 500D, and Fe 550D — the letter 'D' indicates enhanced ductility required for seismic / IS 13920 structures in Zones III, IV, and V. Diameters range from 6 mm (binding wire) to 40 mm (heavy structural); the most-used residential sizes are 8, 10, 12, 16, and 20 mm. TMT (Thermo-Mechanically Treated) bars are the universal standard, replacing older cold-twisted deformed (CTD) bars completely by 2008. Structural-grade steel sections — ISMB, ISMC, ISA, ISHB — follow IS 808 and IS 2062, used in industrial frames, warehouses, and composite construction.

Common grades & specifications
Fe 415Fe 500Fe 500D (seismic)Fe 550D (high-strength)CRS (Corrosion-Resistant Steel)
Major brands in India
Tata TisconJSW NeosteelSAIL SeQRVizag SteelKamdhenu NxtShyam SteelJindal PantherElectrothermMangalam
What moves prices

Price drivers for steel & rebar

  • Global iron ore and coking coal prices (~45-55 % of manufacturing cost)
  • Scrap steel prices (for induction-furnace route used by secondary mills)
  • Electricity tariff (primary driver for induction furnaces)
  • Indian government's import duty on flat/long products
  • Chinese export rebate policy (China accounts for ~53 % of global steel)
  • INR/USD exchange rate — iron ore and coking coal imported
Market trend

Recent price history

TMT prices spiked to ₹85-95/kg in 2022 during the Russia-Ukraine energy shock, then softened to ₹58-68/kg through 2024 as Chinese oversupply and weakened global demand pushed prices down. Q1 2026 has seen prices range ₹60-72/kg depending on brand and region, with premium brands (Tata Tiscon, JSW) trading at a 5-8 % premium over secondary mills. Prices are expected to firm up in the latter half of 2026 if the anti-dumping duty on Chinese cold-rolled steel is extended.

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Buying guide

Buying tips for Delhi NCR

  • Check the IS 1786 marking embossed on the bar — rolled brand name, grade (500D), diameter, melting heat number
  • Premium brands (Tata Tiscon, JSW Neosteel) are worth the 5-8 % premium only for seismic-critical or high-rise projects
  • For simple residential G+1/G+2, SAIL, Vizag, Kamdhenu offer the same IS 1786 compliance at ~7-10 % lower cost
  • Buy full 12m lengths if possible — cutting charges are ₹2-3/piece at the dealer
  • Insist on the mill test certificate (MTC) for projects under municipal scrutiny — it's free, dealers sometimes 'forget' to give it
Compare across cities

Steel & Rebar prices in nearby cities

Compare steel & rebar prices in Delhi NCR with other Indian metros. Prices shown are for TMT Bar 12mm (Fe500D) (per kg) — a representative benchmark for the category. Click any city for the full 23-item price list.

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Standards

Relevant Indian Standard codes

Steel & Rebar 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 1786:2008: High-strength deformed bars and wires for concrete. IS 432:1982: Mild steel and medium tensile steel bars.

Frequently asked questions

FAQs about steel & rebar in Delhi NCR

Fe 500 or Fe 500D?
Fe 500 suffices for gravity-only buildings in Zones I and II. Fe 500D is mandatory for buildings in seismic Zones III, IV, V and for any structure falling under IS 13920 ductile detailing — i.e., most urban Indian construction today. The cost premium is ~3-5 %.
Why does TMT price change week to week?
TMT tracks global scrap + iron ore + coking coal prices daily. Indian mills adjust dispatch rates weekly based on input costs and mill inventory. A ₹2-3/kg swing is normal; a ₹5/kg swing indicates a genuine market shift.
How much steel per sqft of RCC?
Rule of thumb: 4-5 kg/sqft for typical residential slabs and columns; 5-7 kg/sqft for commercial G+4+; 8-10 kg/sqft for structurally heavy (podium / transfer / long-span). Detailed BOQ via InfraLens's Material Calculator + RCC Design suite.
Is branded TMT really better than local?
For IS 1786 compliance, all BIS-approved mills deliver the same minimum properties. Branded brands add tighter tolerance on diameter, better surface corrosion protection, and traceability — worth the premium for seismic / high-rise / tender-gated work. Not required for G+1 residential.
What's the difference between TMT and CTD bars?
TMT (Thermo-Mechanically Treated) bars are quenched from rolling heat, giving a hard outer martensitic layer and ductile ferrite-pearlite core — better ductility and weldability. CTD bars (cold-twisted) are obsolete and were phased out after IS 1786:2008.
Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative ranges gathered from public listings (IndiaMart, authorised-dealer quotes, state SOR tables) and updated weekly. Actual dealer quotes vary based on brand, grade, quantity, payment terms, and delivery location. Always confirm with a local supplier before finalising a purchase order. InfraLens is not responsible for price discrepancies arising from stale data, brand-specific promotions, or regional oversupply events.