Current Building Material Prices in Bihar – Updated 14 April 2026

Current Building Material Prices in Bihar – Updated 14 April 2026

Data last updated: 14 April 2026

If you are planning to build your dream home in Bihar, knowing the current rates of steel, sand, bricks, and different cement brands is very important. Rates vary from district to district due to transportation, local demand, taxes, and brand quality. Here is a detailed, district-wise breakdown with today's estimated market rates

Current Prices & Future Outlook for Cement, Steel, and Sand in India (March–July 2026

Cement rates (per 50 kg bag) – different brands:

· Ambuja Cement: ₹380 – ₹430 per bag depending on district

· ACC Cement: ₹375 – ₹425 per bag

· UltraTech Cement: ₹390 – ₹440 per bag

· Shree Cement: ₹360 – ₹410 per bag

· JK Lakshmi Cement: ₹370 – ₹420 per bag

· Birla Shakti / UltraTech (premium): ₹395 – ₹445 per bag

· Ramco Cement: ₹365 – ₹415 per bag

· Local / Regional brands (like Bangur, JSW, Nuvoco): ₹340 – ₹390 per bag

Now here is the district-wise breakdown for steel, sand, bricks, and a reference cement price (Ambuja / UltraTech range):

Araria – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹50–₹60 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,500–₹9,000 per 1000 pieces, Cement (Ambuja/UltraTech): ₹400–₹435 per bag.

Purnia – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹48–₹58 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,800 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹395–₹430 per bag.

Katihar – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,500 per ton, Sand: ₹52–₹62 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,500–₹9,200 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹405–₹440 per bag.

Madhepura – Steel: ₹65,500–₹71,500 per ton, Sand: ₹45–₹55 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹390–₹425 per bag.

Madhubani – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹50–₹60 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,500–₹9,000 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹395–₹430 per bag.

Sitamarhi – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹48–₹58 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,700 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹385–₹420 per bag.

Siwan – Steel: ₹65,500–₹71,500 per ton, Sand: ₹47–₹57 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,600 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹380–₹415 per bag.

Chhapra (Saran) – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹46–₹56 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹375–₹410 per bag.

Gopalganj – Steel: ₹65,500–₹71,500 per ton, Sand: ₹47–₹57 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,700 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹380–₹415 per bag.

Darbhanga – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹50–₹61 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,500–₹9,000 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹395–₹430 per bag.

Muzaffarpur – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹48–₹59 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,800 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹385–₹425 per bag.

Samastipur – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹46–₹56 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹380–₹415 per bag.

Begusarai – Steel: ₹65,500–₹71,500 per ton, Sand: ₹47–₹57 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,700 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹385–₹420 per bag.

Khagaria – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹49–₹59 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,300–₹8,900 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹390–₹425 per bag.

Saharsa – Steel: ₹65,500–₹71,500 per ton, Sand: ₹48–₹58 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,200–₹8,700 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹385–₹420 per bag

Supaul – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹45–₹55 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹380–₹410 per bag

Kishanganj – Steel: ₹67,000–₹73,000 per ton, Sand: ₹54–₹65 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,800–₹9,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹410–₹445 per bag.

Patna – Steel: ₹64,000–₹70,000 per ton, Sand: ₹42–₹52 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹6,800–₹8,200 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹370–₹405 per bag.

Gaya – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹44–₹54 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,500 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹375–₹410 per bag.

Nalanda (Biharsharif) – Steel: ₹65,000–₹71,000 per ton, Sand: ₹45–₹55 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,000–₹8,600 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹375–₹410 per bag.

Bhagalpur – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹50–₹60 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,400–₹9,000 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹395–₹430 per bag.

Munger – Steel: ₹66,000–₹72,000 per ton, Sand: ₹49–₹59 per cubic feet, Bricks: ₹7,300–₹8,900 per 1000 pieces, Cement: ₹390–₹425 per bag.

Important things to keep in mind – these rates are approximate and were last updated on 14 April 2026. Rates change every month. Branded TMT steel (like Tata, Jindal, Kamdhenu) will cost more on the higher side. Sand quality (river sand vs crushed sand) affects price. Brick quality (size, strength, kiln type) also matters. Cement prices vary by brand, GST (28%) and transportation are usually extra. Local cement brands are cheaper by ₹20–₹40 per bag compared to premium brands like UltraTech and Ambuja. Always confirm with your local supplier before buying.

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Note – Market prices keep changing frequently. Contact your nearest dealer for today's exact rate