Gold Rate Today in India — How to Read the Latest Price
If you are checking the gold rate today in India, the first thing to understand is that the number on a price board is only a reference point. Gold prices move throughout the trading day as the international gold market changes, the Indian rupee moves against the US dollar, and domestic taxes, duties, wholesale premiums and retailer charges are applied. On this page, you can compare the latest available 24K, 22K and 18K gold prices in India in a simple format and use the calculator to estimate the metal value for different weights.
The terms “gold rate” and “gold price” are often used to mean the same thing in India. Many buyers search for gold rate today, today gold rate, gold rate in India or gold price in India when they want to know the current value of gold before visiting a jeweller. The most useful comparison is usually the per-gram rate, because it makes it easy to compare purities and estimate the value of 1 gram, 8 grams, 10 grams or any custom weight.
Quick Facts
- India is among thelargest gold consumers
- Troy ounce31.1035 grams
- 1 tola11.66 grams
- GST on gold3%
- 22K purity91.6%
- 24K purity99.9%
24K, 22K and 18K Gold Rate Today
For 24K gold, the quoted rate represents nearly pure gold and is commonly used as the benchmark for bars, coins and investment-grade metal. A 22K rate represents 91.6% purity and is the standard reference for much of the jewellery sold in India. This is also why searches such as 916 gold rate today and 22K gold rate today usually refer to the same purity category. An 18K rate represents 75% purity and is often relevant for jewellery that needs additional strength or includes diamonds and other stones.
Gold Rate Today per Gram and 10 Grams
To compare today’s gold rate correctly, look at both purity and weight. A 10 gram figure is not a different market price from a 1 gram figure; it is simply the same per-gram reference multiplied by ten. The calculator on this page lets you choose a purity and weight so you can estimate the metal value before making a purchase. The final shop invoice may still differ because making charges, wastage, stone value, applicable taxes and retailer margins are not the same at every jeweller.
Several forces can move the gold rate in India. International spot gold is usually quoted in US dollars per troy ounce, so changes in global gold prices affect the Indian benchmark. The USD/INR exchange rate also matters because a weaker rupee can make imported gold more expensive even when the global gold price is stable. Domestic import policy, taxes, wholesale supply conditions and local demand can add further differences between the benchmark and the final retail quote.
Invest Smart
Compare rates across cities before buying. Track trends and buy on dips during the festive season for better value.
Why Gold Rates Differ Across Indian Cities
City prices can also vary slightly. Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad and Jaipur may show small differences because of local supply, logistics, jeweller margins and market competition. Those differences are usually more useful to compare at the retail level than at the national benchmark level. If you are buying jewellery, check the city page for the latest available reference, then compare the invoice from more than one BIS-hallmarked retailer.
- Delhi Gold Rate Today — national capital, major bullion hub
- Mumbai Gold Rate Today — financial capital, competitive rates
- Chennai Gold Rate Today — southern India's festive demand hub
- Bangalore Gold Rate Today — tech capital with strong urban demand
- Hyderabad Gold Rate Today — pearl city with active jewellery market
- Kolkata Gold Rate Today — eastern India's gold trading centre
- Pune Gold Rate Today — western Maharashtra's growing gold market
- Ahmedabad Gold Rate Today — Gujarat's gold and diamond trade hub
- Jaipur Gold Rate Today — Rajasthan's jewellery craftsmanship hub
Before You Buy Gold Today
Before buying, verify the purity mark, net gold weight and itemised charges. A 22K piece should be checked as a 916-purity product, while 18K and 24K items use different purity standards. For jewellery with diamonds or coloured stones, ask the seller to separate the metal value from the stone value and labour charges. This makes it easier to compare offers and understand what portion of the invoice is actually linked to the gold rate today.
This website is designed as a reference and calculation tool, not as a trading recommendation. Gold prices can change during the day, and the amount charged by a local jeweller may be different from the rate shown here. Use the live rate cards, city pages and calculator together, then confirm the final price, hallmark details and charges directly with the seller before you buy or sell gold.
Market Reference
- Rate sourceIBJA India reference
- GSTExcluded from IBJA rate
- Making chargesExcluded; jeweller-specific
- HallmarkBIS 916 / 750
