Ready-Mix Concrete Price in Hyderabad — Live Rates April 2026
Ready-mix concrete — the workhorse of modern urban construction, delivered to site by volume.
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Prices updated 23 Apr 2026 · 50-city aggregate · Cross-referenced with IS codes
Live prices
Ready-Mix Concrete prices in Hyderabad
ready-mix concrete prices in Hyderabad, Telangana, sourced from dealer networks and leading online marketplaces. Ranges reflect the spread between authorised-dealer bulk rates and retail single-unit rates. Prices are close to the 50-city national average — roughly in line with pan-India benchmarks.
Item
Unit
Price in Hyderabad
Ready-Mix M20
per m³
₹4,800
₹4,500–5,100 (dealer-to-retail)
Ready-Mix M25
per m³
₹5,200
₹4,900–5,500 (dealer-to-retail)
Ready-Mix M30
per m³
₹5,600
₹5,300–5,900 (dealer-to-retail)
Ready-Mix M35
per m³
₹6,100
₹5,700–6,500 (dealer-to-retail)
Ready-Mix M40M40· inferred from brand premium
per m³
₹6,466
₹6,042–6,890 (dealer-to-retail)
Lean Concrete M10 (PCC)M10/PCC· inferred from brand premium
per m³
₹3,360
₹3,150–3,570 (dealer-to-retail)
Plasticizer AdmixturePlasticizer· inferred from brand premium
per kg
₹82
₹58–105 (dealer-to-retail)
Superplasticizer AdmixtureSuperplasticizer· inferred from brand premium
per kg
₹147
₹104–189 (dealer-to-retail)
About the material
About ready-mix concrete
Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) is factory-produced concrete delivered to site by transit mixer per IS 4926:2003 and IS 456:2000. Designed mixes (M20, M25, M30, M35, M40, M45, M50) are batched in a central plant with controlled water-cement ratio, slump, and admixture dosing — guaranteeing quality impossible to match with site-mix labour batching. For projects larger than 10 m³/day, RMC is both cheaper (due to bulk cement + admixture procurement) and higher quality (consistent w/c ratio, documented mix-design, GPS-tracked delivery). Smaller projects still use site-mix (labour + bag cement); the crossover point is typically 5-7 m³/day of demand.
Plant proximity — every 15 km of transit adds ₹80-120/m³
Setting time — tight slump (100 mm ± 10) + short delivery window (90 min from batching) limit radius
Pumping charges — additional ₹200-400/m³ for pumped vs direct-discharge
Admixture cost for SCC / high-strength / durability-enhanced mixes
Market trend
Recent price history
RMC prices tracked cement prices upward through 2023-24 with additional 4-6 % rise on pumping equipment fuel and plant fixed costs. 2026 has seen mild softening in tier-1 cities as new batching plants came online. M25 pumpable RMC in major metros ranges ₹5,400-6,400/m³; M30 adds ₹300-500/m³. Site-mix concrete at these grades works out to ~15-20 % cheaper but typically falls short of design strength by 10-15 % due to batching variance.
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Buying guide
Buying tips for Hyderabad
Always demand the batch slip (w/c ratio, temperature, slump, grade) with every delivery
Cube test — cast 6 cubes per 30 m³ or per day's pour, test at 7 and 28 days per IS 456 Cl. 15
Initial setting time ~30 min, final ~5-6 hours; reject any truck arriving > 90 min after batching
Slump check at discharge — M25 pumpable typically 100-150 mm; outside range means the mix has been tampered with water
Pumping and placing charges are often billed separately — clarify upfront whether RMC quote is 'delivered' or 'delivered + placed'
Compare across cities
Ready-Mix Concrete prices in nearby cities
Compare ready-mix concrete prices in Hyderabad with other Indian metros. Prices shown are for Ready-Mix M25 (per m³) — a representative benchmark for the category. Click any city for the full 8-item price list.
Ready-Mix Concrete 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 456:2000: Plain and Reinforced Concrete — design, materials, execution. IS 10262:2019: Concrete mix proportioning.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs about ready-mix concrete in Hyderabad
RMC or site-mix?
RMC above ~5 m³/day demand. RMC gives consistent w/c, documented mix-design, GPS-tracked delivery, and measurable cube test records — untouchable for structural concrete on projects > G+3 or any pre-stressed work. Site-mix still wins on small residential projects (< 20 m³ total) for cost.
Why does M25 pumpable cost more than M25 regular?
Pumpable RMC uses finer aggregate grading + more plasticiser + higher slump (150 mm vs 75 mm) — all adding ₹300-500/m³. Worth it for multi-storey or long-reach pours where pumping saves hours of labour.
What's SCC (Self-Compacting Concrete)?
Concrete that flows and consolidates without vibration. Contains high doses of superplasticiser + fine filler. Used for congested rebar, formwork with poor access, architectural finishes. Costs ₹800-1,500/m³ more than regular RMC but saves vibrator labour + ensures zero honeycombing.
How long is RMC good after batching?
Initial setting starts around 30 min. Practical placing window: 90-120 min from batching under normal temperature. In summer (> 40°C), reduce to 60-75 min or use retarder admixture. Any truck arriving past the window should be rejected.
What is the current price of M25 pumpable RMC?
Varies by city and distance from plant. Mumbai: ₹5,600-6,400/m³. Bangalore: ₹5,400-6,200/m³. Delhi NCR: ₹5,200-6,000/m³. Tier-2 cities: 10-15 % lower. See the /prices/concrete/<city> page for the live rate in your location.
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.