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Tirupati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has invited bids for an open e-auction of different varieties of human hair . The auction is being conducted by the General Manager, Auctions Marketing Department , under Auction ID 27367 and Auction Reference No. TTD-34021/15/2026-AUCTION SEC-TTD .
The TTD human hair e-auction 2026 will be held online on September 3, 2026 , from 1 pm to 4 pm . Interested bidders must complete the applicable EMD payment by September 2, 2026, at 1 pm .
The auction covers nine categories of human hair , with quantities ranging from 700 kg to 60,000 kg. The base prices vary according to hair length and category, starting from ₹137 per kg and going up to ₹76,913 per kg .
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams |
| Office | GM |
| Circle/Division | General Manager Auctions Marketing Department |
| Auction ID | 27367 |
| Auction Reference No. | TTD-34021/15/2026-AUCTION SEC-TTD |
| Auction Type | Open |
| Procurement Category | Human Hair |
| Procurement Sub Category | Human Hair |
| Evaluation Type | Each Line Item |
| Auction Name | Forward Auction |
| Auction Rule | Forward with Ties |
| Auto Bid | No |
| Service Charge | 0.5% |
| EMD | Applicable |
| EMD Type | MPQ |
| EMD Last Date | September 2, 2026, by 1:00 PM |
| EMD In Favour Of | EO TTD |
| Inspection Period | August 17, 2026, 10:00 AM to September 2, 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Auction Date | September 3, 2026 |
| Auction Time | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Auto Extension | 8 minutes |
| Documents Required | No |
| Department Email | [email protected] |
| Contact Number | 9912233305 |
The auction includes hair divided into categories based on length, colour and hair type . Bidders should note that the minimum quantity that can be quoted differs for the fifth variety.
| Code | Variety | Hair Details | Quantity | Base Price/Kg | EMD/Kg | Minimum Bid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1A | 1st Variety | 27 inches and above, Category A, true/full black | 700 kg | ₹76,913 | ₹1,923 | 100 kg |
| 2A | 2nd Variety | 19–26 inches, Category A, true/full black | 1,900 kg | ₹63,552 | ₹1,589 | 100 kg |
| 3A | 3rd Variety | 10–18 inches, Category A, true/full black | 2,200 kg | ₹30,023 | ₹751 | 100 kg |
| 1B | 1st Variety | 27 inches and above, Category B, grey/partial grey/dyed | 2,000 kg | ₹54,945 | ₹1,374 | 100 kg |
| 2B | 2nd Variety | 19–26 inches, Category B, grey/partial grey/dyed | 9,100 kg | ₹41,639 | ₹1,041 | 100 kg |
| 3B | 3rd Variety | 10–18 inches, Category B, grey/partial grey/dyed | 14,000 kg | ₹21,525 | ₹538 | 100 kg |
| 3C | 3rd Variety | 10–18 inches, Category C, loose/non-Remy | 700 kg | ₹13,010 | ₹325 | 100 kg |
| 4th | 4th Variety | 5–9 inches | 6,700 kg | ₹12,350 | ₹309 | 100 kg |
| 5th | 5th Variety | Below 5 inches | 60,000 kg | ₹137 | ₹3 | 1,000 kg |
Across the nine listed auction lots, TTD has offered a total of 97,360 kg of human hair .
The largest lot is the 5th variety , comprising 60,000 kg of hair below 5 inches , with a base price of ₹137 per kg . The minimum quantity to be bid for this lot is 1,000 kg .
Among the longer hair varieties, the 1A category carries the highest base price at ₹76,913 per kg . This category consists of approximately 700 kg of Category A hair measuring 27 inches and above and described as true or full black.
The Category A lots comprise true or full black hair in three length ranges.
The 1st variety , measuring 27 inches and above, has a base price of ₹76,913 per kg , with an EMD of ₹1,923 per kg .
The 2nd variety , measuring approximately 19 to 26 inches, has a base price of ₹63,552 per kg and an EMD of ₹1,589 per kg .
The 3rd variety , measuring approximately 10 to 18 inches, has a base price of ₹30,023 per kg , with an EMD of ₹751 per kg .
TTD has also included Category B hair described as grey, partially grey or dyed hair .
The 1st variety, measuring 27 inches and above, is available at a base price of ₹54,945 per kg , while the EMD is ₹1,374 per kg.
The 2nd variety, measuring 19 to 26 inches, carries a base price of ₹41,639 per kg and an EMD of ₹1,041 per kg.
The 3rd variety, measuring 10 to 18 inches, has a base price of ₹21,525 per kg and an EMD of ₹538 per kg.
The 3C lot consists of approximately 700 kg of Category C loose or non-Remy hair measuring 10 to 18 inches. Its base price has been fixed at ₹13,010 per kg , while the EMD is ₹325 per kg .
TTD has also offered 6,700 kg of 4th variety hair , measuring approximately 5 to 9 inches. The base price for this lot is ₹12,350 per kg , with an EMD of ₹309 per kg.
For the 1A, 2A, 3A, 1B, 2B, 3B, 3C and 4th variety lots , the minimum quantity that can be quoted is 100 kg , and the minimum increment quantity is also 100 kg.
For the 5th variety , the minimum bid quantity and minimum increment quantity are both 1,000 kg .
The minimum bid increment is ₹1 , as specified for all nine auction items.
The inspection period has already commenced and will continue until September 2, 2026, at 5 pm . The EMD submission deadline is September 2 at 1 pm .
The online forward auction will commence on September 3, 2026, at 1 pm and close at 4 pm . The auction includes an 8-minute auto-extension provision .
Bidders should carefully read the applicable latest terms and conditions for the Human Hair e-Auction before participating.
Interested bidders should review the auction details, eligible lots, base prices, minimum bidding quantities and EMD requirements before submitting their bids.
Since the auction follows a Forward with Ties rule and uses each line item as the evaluation basis, bidders should check the individual lot conditions applicable to the category they intend to purchase.
For auction-related queries, TTD has provided the following contact details:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9912233305
EMD in favour of: EO TTD
The auction notice states that no documents are required to be uploaded .
The auction provides buyers an opportunity to bid for different grades of human hair according to length, colour and hair type . The wide price range reflects the differences between long, black Category A hair and shorter or lower-category varieties.
The highest listed base rate is ₹76,913 per kg , while the lowest is ₹137 per kg . Buyers should also account for the applicable 0.5% service charge , EMD requirement and other terms and conditions before placing bids.
Note: The quantities, prices, EMD amounts and schedule above are based on the auction details provided for TTD Auction ID 27367 . Prospective bidders should verify the latest auction terms and conditions before participating.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has announced a large-scale e-auction for the disposal of 2,83,000 kilograms of 5th variety human hair , offering traders and exporters a major business opportunity through the government auction platform.
According to the official notification issued by the General Manager Auctions Marketing Department , the auction will be conducted on June 11, 2026 , under Auction ID 25969 .
The auction includes 5th variety human hair measuring below 5 inches in length , with an upset/base price fixed at Rs 135 per kilogram . The auction will be conducted as an open forward auction with ties , allowing bidders to compete for bulk quantities.
Document Notice
Officials stated that the auction is expected to attract participation from human hair exporters, wig manufacturers, processing companies, and international buyers , as TTD human hair auctions remain among the most sought-after auctions in India.
The inspection process for the human hair stock began on May 28, 2026 , and bidders can inspect the material until June 10, 2026, at 5 PM .
The official notification clarified that:
TTD’s human hair auctions are globally recognised due to the high demand for temple hair in the international beauty and wig industry. Bulk buyers from several countries regularly participate in these auctions, making them one of the most valuable non-religious revenue sources for the temple administration.
The latest TTD human hair e-auction 2026 is likely to witness strong competition because of the huge stock volume and growing export demand in global hair markets.
Interested bidders are advised to carefully review the auction terms and participate within the scheduled timeline to avoid missing the bidding window.
TTD Human Hair Auction 2026: Online Bidding on May 14 for Multiple Categories
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has released detailed notification for an e-auction of different varieties of human hair , collected from devotees at Tirumala Temple and affiliated temples.
The auction will be conducted through the Konugolu e-procurement portal on May 14, 2026 , offering multiple categories of hair widely used in the global wig and beauty industry.
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION
The auction follows a “Forward with Ties” rule , ensuring fair competition among bidders.
The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) must be submitted in favour of the Executive Officer, TTD .
No document upload is required for participation.
All items are auctioned line-wise , allowing bidders to selectively participate in preferred categories.
TTD’s human hair auctions are globally recognized due to:
