Whether you are constructing a private bungalow, carrying out structural repairs, or remodeling your apartment in Mumbai, raw building materials account for 55% to 65% of your total construction budget.
In Mumbai and MMR, material prices fluctuate based on transport tolls, mining policies, GST updates, and international steel scrap benchmarks.
To help you audit your contractor's quotation and purchase materials wisely, our procurement department tracks the exact retail and wholesale construction material prices in Mumbai for 2026.
🧱 1. Cement Rates in Mumbai (Per 50 Kg Bag)
Cement is the binder of your building. We strictly recommend 53 Grade Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) for structural RCC columns and slabs, and Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC) for brickwork and plastering.
| Brand & Grade | Recommended Use | Price per 50kg Bag (Retail MMR) |
|---|---|---|
| UltraTech Super / Premium | High-strength RCC slabs & columns | ₹380 – ₹415 |
| ACC Concrete+ / F2R | Waterproof foundation & footings | ₹375 – ₹410 |
| Ambuja Kawach / Plus | Structural water-repelling concrete | ₹370 – ₹405 |
| Birla Shakti / Chetak (PPC) | Masonry walls, internal & external plaster | ₹340 – ₹375 |
| White Cement (Birla White / JK) | Tile fixing, marble slurry, architectural finish | ₹850 – ₹950 (50kg) / ₹22/kg |
🔩 2. TMT Reinforcement Steel Rates (Per Kilogram & Metric Ton)
Never compromise on primary steel. Always look for the embossed ISI mark and manufacturer logo on every 1-meter span of the rebar.
| Brand & Grade | Size Range | Rate per Kg (Ex-Yard Mumbai) | Rate per Metric Ton (MT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Tiscon 550D | 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 16mm | ₹68 – ₹74 / kg | ₹68,000 – ₹74,000 |
| JSW Neosteel Fe 550D | 8mm to 20mm | ₹64 – ₹69 / kg | ₹64,000 – ₹69,000 |
| Jindal Panther Fe 550D | 8mm to 25mm | ₹63 – ₹68 / kg | ₹63,000 – ₹68,000 |
| Secondary / Local Re-rolled Steel | Various | ₹54 – ₹58 / kg (Not recommended for RCC) | ₹54,000 – ₹58,000 |
Note: 18% GST and local transport/unloading charges are typically extra.
🏖️ 3. Sand & Aggregates (Per Brass - 100 Cu. Ft.)
Due to strict environmental river-sand mining bans across Maharashtra, Manufactured Sand (M-Sand) produced by VSI crushers has become the legal, engineering-approved standard.
| Material | Description | Price per Brass (Mumbai/Thane Delivered) |
|---|---|---|
| VSI Plaster Sand (Fine M-Sand) | Specially washed 0–2mm sand for silky smooth plastering | ₹4,200 – ₹5,400 / brass |
| VSI Concrete Sand (Coarse M-Sand) | Sharp angular sand for high-strength concrete mixes | ₹3,800 – ₹4,800 / brass |
| 10mm Metal Aggregate (Kapchi) | Coarse gravel for slabs and beams | ₹2,600 – ₹3,200 / brass |
| 20mm Metal Aggregate (Grit) | Heavy stone aggregate for RCC column footings | ₹2,400 – ₹3,000 / brass |
| Soling Stone (Rubble) | Large basalt stones for foundation & plinth packing | ₹2,200 – ₹2,800 / brass |
🧱 4. Bricks & AAC Blocks Rates
| Wall Material | Dimensions | Rate per Unit (Delivered Mumbai) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Red Clay Bricks (Kalyan/Dahanu) | 9" x 4" x 3" | ₹8.50 – ₹11.50 per piece |
| AAC Lightweight Blocks (Aerated Concrete) | 600mm x 200mm x 150mm (6 inch) | ₹62 – ₹78 per block |
| AAC Blocks (4 inch Partition) | 600mm x 200mm x 100mm (4 inch) | ₹44 – ₹55 per block |
| Fly Ash Bricks | Standard modular size | ₹5.50 – ₹7.00 per piece |
Why we recommend AAC Blocks for Mumbai flats: AAC blocks reduce structural dead load by 50%, offer superior thermal insulation, and save 25% on mortar and plaster costs.
👷 5. Daily Labour Wages in Mumbai Construction (2026)
Labour charges vary based on skill level and site location (South Mumbai rates are slightly higher due to travel/access):
| Category | Daily Shift Wage (8 Hours) | Role / Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Head Mason / Master Mistri | ₹1,000 – ₹1,250 / day | Leveling, plum-line setting, column alignment |
| General Mason (Brick / Plaster) | ₹850 – ₹1,000 / day | Brick laying, external/internal plastering |
| Tile Mistri (Vitrified / Marble) | ₹900 – ₹1,150 / day | Floor screeding, precision tile cutting & laying |
| Shuttering Carpenter | ₹900 – ₹1,100 / day | Centering, steel staging, plywood formwork |
| Rebar Bender (Fitter) | ₹800 – ₹950 / day | Steel cutting, bending, and tying rings |
| Male Helper (Labour / Beldar) | ₹550 – ₹650 / day | Sand/cement mixing, carrying heavy loads |
| Female Helper (Labour / Reja) | ₹500 – ₹600 / day | Curing water supply, site clean-up |
💡 How Turnkey Contracting With AMS Saves You 15% on Materials
When homeowners attempt to purchase materials themselves:
- Retail hardware stores charge 15% to 20% higher margins than wholesale bulk supply.
- Unmonitored workers waste cement bags and cut steel inefficiently, leading to 8–12% material wastage.
- On-site theft of sand, cement, and copper wire is rampant.
With AMS Civil Construction:
- We procure directly from primary manufacturer depots at institutional wholesale prices.
- Transparent Bill of Quantities (BOQ) locks your project cost with zero surprise price hikes.
- Explore our Turnkey Packages or compute your budget on our Free Cost Calculator.
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