The egg rate in Tamil Nadu today averages Rs 5.71 per piece across the 2 markets we track, which works out to about Rs 171.3 a tray and Rs 1199.1 a peti. Tamil Nadu, led by the Namakkal belt, is one of the biggest layer hubs in the south, so its rates often set the tone for nearby states. Today the cheapest is Namakkal at Rs 5.58 and the dearest is Chennai at Rs 5.85.
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Tamil Nadu Egg Rate Today
Last updated 21 June 2026 · sourced from NECC daily suggested prices
₹5.71per single egg▼ 0.03 vs yesterday
1 Dozen (12)
₹68.52
1 Tray (30)
₹171.3
100 Eggs
₹571
1 Peti (210)
₹1199.1
Per Piece
₹5.71
Lowest today ₹5.55 in Chittoor
Highest today ₹7.2 in Mysuru
Tamil Nadu, led by the Namakkal belt, is one of the biggest layer hubs in the south, so its rates often set the tone for nearby states.
Tamil Nadu city wise egg rate today
Understanding Tamil Nadu egg prices
Egg rates across Tamil Nadu follow the same drivers as the rest of the country: feed cost, season, supply flushes and transport. What changes from city to city is mostly distance from the nearest production hub and how heavy local demand is. For the national benchmark, see the today egg rate in India page, and use the egg price calculator to work out any quantity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the egg rate in Tamil Nadu today?
The average NECC egg rate in Tamil Nadu today, 21 June 2026, is about Rs 5.71 per piece across 2 markets we track, which is Rs 171.3 a tray and Rs 1199.1 a peti.
Which city has the cheapest eggs in Tamil Nadu?
Among the Tamil Nadu markets we track, Namakkal is the lowest today at Rs 5.58 per egg, and Chennai is the highest at Rs 5.85.
Why do egg rates vary within Tamil Nadu?
Even inside one state, distance from a production hub, local demand and transport cost pull prices apart. Cities nearer the farms usually pay less than far off consumption centres.