Scrap Rates in Bangalore Today
Today's scrap metal rates in Bangalore, Karnataka, for all eight tracked metals, in rupees per kilogram.
Last Updated: 26 September 2026
Today's rates in Bangalore
| Metal | Grade | Rate/kg | Change | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Scrap | Clean Copper | ₹778.40 | ▲ +0.3% | View trend → |
| Aluminium Scrap | Mixed | ₹165.91 | ▼ −0.4% | View trend → |
| Brass Scrap | Yellow Brass | ₹484.06 | ▲ +2.0% | View trend → |
| Iron Scrap | Mixed | ₹30.16 | ▼ −1.2% | View trend → |
| Steel Scrap | MS Scrap | ₹40.00 | ▼ −0.1% | View trend → |
| Stainless Steel Scrap | 304 Grade | ₹119.21 | ▼ −0.8% | View trend → |
| Battery Scrap | Mixed | ₹91.49 | ▲ +2.2% | View trend → |
| Lead Scrap | Mixed | ₹159.19 | ▼ −0.6% | View trend → |
Metal rates in Bangalore — 7-day trend
Bangalore is India's IT capital, and its fast growth has made it a major scrap market. Office demolitions, e-waste, and non-stop construction generate large volumes of metal scrap. This page shows today's scrap metal rates for Bangalore. For the all-India view, see today's metal rates.
What are the scrap rates in Bangalore today?
Today's scrap rates in Bangalore are listed in the rate table on this page for all eight metals — copper, aluminium, brass, iron, steel, stainless steel, battery, and lead — quoted in rupees per kilogram. Rates are updated daily. Bangalore prices can run slightly higher than in some other south Indian cities because of strong local demand from construction and industry.
The table shows indicative dealer rates for standard grades. E-waste and office scrap are special categories — they should go to authorised recyclers rather than general scrap dealers.
Which scrap metals are traded in Bangalore?
| Metal | Common local sources | Check today's rate |
|---|---|---|
| Iron scrap | Construction, demolished buildings | iron scrap rate in Bangalore |
| Steel scrap | Construction sites, infrastructure work | steel scrap rate in Bangalore |
| Copper scrap | Building wiring, electrical work | copper scrap rate in Bangalore |
| Aluminium scrap | Fabrication, office interiors | aluminium scrap rate in Bangalore |
The city's metro, highway, and housing projects produce heavy steel and iron scrap. Office fit-outs and demolitions add copper wiring and aluminium partitions.
Why is Bangalore important for the scrap trade?
Bangalore's growth as an IT and startup hub has driven one of India's biggest construction booms, and construction is the largest source of iron and steel scrap. The city's huge electronics base also makes it a centre for e-waste, which contains copper, aluminium, and other recoverable metals. Strong demand from local industry keeps the market active.
How do Bangalore scrap rates compare with Chennai and Hyderabad?
Bangalore rates usually stay close to Chennai and Hyderabad, with small gaps from transport cost and local demand. Construction-heavy periods can push Bangalore's iron and steel rates up. Compare with the steel scrap rate in Chennai or the iron scrap rate in Hyderabad. Study trends on the rate history page, and estimate your lot value with the scrap value calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Today's scrap rates in Bangalore are listed in the table above for all eight tracked metals, in rupees per kilogram. Each rate shows its change from the previous trading day.
Rates move with transport cost, local buyer demand and how much scrap local industry generates. Bangalore is a technology hub generating significant e-waste and construction scrap, which shapes local demand for each metal.
Licensed scrap dealers operate across Bangalore and its industrial areas. Check today's rates above first, then ask two or three dealers for quotes — the offer depends on grade, purity and quantity.