At the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, chana for delivery in October moved up by Rs 8, or 0.28 per cent to Rs 2,818 per quintal with an open interest of 6180 lots.
Similarly, the commodity for delivery in November gained Rs 2, or 0.07 per cent to Rs 2,887 per quintal in 1,06,950 lots
Analysts said fresh positions built-up by speculators after demand picked up in the spot market in view of festive season helped chana prices to trade higher at futures trade.