Live Gold Rate in India Today — 24K / 22K / 21K / 18K Per Tola & Gram in INR
Check today's live international gold price in India in Indian Rupees (INR, ₹). Updated every minute — 24 karat, 22 karat, 21 karat and 18 karat gold rates per tola, per gram and per ounce. Zaveri Bazaar Mumbai, Karol Bagh Delhi, T Nagar Chennai, Burrabazar Kolkata gold market rates. Note: actual Indian retail prices include 15% import duty + 3% GST + making charges above the international reference rate shown — free, no login required.
Today's Gold Rate in India — INR (₹)
| Karat | Per Tola (INR) | Per Gram (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold (24K) | ₹ 145,320 | ₹ 12,459 |
| 22 Karat Gold (22K) | ₹ 133,210 | ₹ 11,421 |
| 21 Karat Gold (21K) | ₹ 127,155 | ₹ 10,902 |
| 18 Karat Gold (18K) | ₹ 108,990 | ₹ 9,344 |
24 Karat Gold Rate Per Tola in India Today
The international 24 karat gold reference rate per tola in India today is ₹ 145,320. The 22 karat gold rate per tola is ₹ 133,210. Actual Indian retail prices will be higher due to 15% import duty + 3% GST.
Gold Rate Per Gram in India Today
The international 24 karat gold reference rate per gram in India today is ₹ 12,459. The MCX gold rate and Indian jeweller prices will be higher — approximately 18–25% above this international spot reference due to import duty, GST, and making charges.
Gold Biscuit Price in India Today
A gold biscuit in India is a standard gold bar — typically 10 grams or 100 grams — sold by banks (SBI, MMTC), refineries, and jewellers. The international reference price for a 10 gram gold biscuit in India today is ₹ 124,589 for 24K, and ₹ 114,206 for 22K. A 100 gram gold biscuit international reference is ₹ 1,245,886 for 24K. Actual bank and jeweller prices are approximately 18–25% higher due to India's 15% import duty and 3% GST.
1 KG Gold Price in India Today
The international reference rate for 1 kilogram (1,000 grams) of 24K gold in India today is ₹ 12,458,863. The 22K equivalent is ₹ 11,420,625. India imports 700–900 tonnes of gold annually — one of the world's largest buyers. The 1 kg gold price india from RBI-authorised dealers (MMTC, SBI Gold) includes import duty and a premium above this international reference rate.
100 Gram Gold Price in India Today
The international reference price for 100 grams of 24K gold in India today is ₹ 1,245,886. For 22 karat, the 100 gram rate is ₹ 1,142,062. The 10 gram gold price in India (the MCX trading unit) is ₹ 124,589 at the international reference rate. 100 gram gold biscuits are sold by MMTC-PAMP, SBI, and licensed bullion dealers across India.
Gold Chart India — Live INR Price Chart
The gold chart India above shows the live XAU/USD price converted to Indian Rupees (INR, ₹) in real time. The gold price chart India is updated every 60 seconds — tracking intraday movements, daily opens and closes, and weekly trends. Use the 1D and 7D timeframe buttons to analyse short-term gold price movements in India.
Gold Price Chart Last 1 Year India
To view the gold price chart last 1 year India data, visit our 1-year gold history chart which shows the complete 12-month XAU/INR equivalent price series. The historical analysis page provides interactive charts spanning 1 year to 50 years of India gold price history in Indian Rupees.
Gold Price Graph India — 10 Year History
For the gold price graph India 10-year view, see our 10-year gold chart. Gold in India has delivered exceptional rupee-denominated returns over 10 years — driven by INR depreciation, rising international XAU/USD prices, and India's import-duty-adjusted premium. The gold price chart India 10 year shows the full journey from approximately ₹2,500/gram in 2015 to current levels above ₹8,000–₹9,000/gram including duties.
Gold Price Chart Last 30 Days India
The gold price chart last 30 days in India reflects recent monthly movement in the XAU/INR rate. Monthly gold price trends in India are driven by: the USD/INR exchange rate, international XAU/USD spot movement, Indian import duty policy, and seasonal demand patterns (Akshaya Tritiya in April/May, Dhanteras in October/November, and wedding season peaks).
Gold Rate History India — Year-by-Year Trend
India's gold rate history shows consistent long-term appreciation in INR terms. Key milestones in India gold price history: ₹1,500/gram (2010), ₹3,000/gram (2013), ₹3,500/gram (2019), ₹5,000/gram (2020 COVID peak), ₹6,000/gram (2022), ₹7,500/gram (2024), ₹9,000+ (2025–2026). Gold rate year-wise data for India is available in our historical archive.
Gold Markets in India
India is the world's second largest consumer of gold. Key markets: Zaveri Bazaar (Mumbai) — India's largest gold market; Karol Bagh (Delhi); T Nagar (Chennai) — famous for 22K temple jewellery; Burrabazar (Kolkata); Manek Chowk (Ahmedabad); Laad Bazaar (Hyderabad). The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) in Mumbai sets the national gold benchmark. Mandatory BIS hallmarking ensures purity standards across India's approximately 600,000 jewellery shops. India imports 700–900 tonnes of gold annually.
Gold Rate Today in Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore & Mumbai
India trades on one national benchmark: the gold price for today in Delhi, the gold rate today in Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kolkata all track the same MCX-linked rate — ₹ 124,589 per 10 grams (24K), ₹ 114,206 per 10 grams (22K) — with small city-to-city differences from local taxes, association margins and making charges.
Delhi's trade runs through Karol Bagh and the historic Dariba Kalan of Chandni Chowk; Chennai's T Nagar is the world's densest jewellery retail strip and the reference for South Indian 22K pricing; Bangalore's Jayanagar and Commercial Street jewellers follow the Karnataka association rate; and Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar remains the wholesale heart of the national market. Gold rate trends in Chennai and other metros mirror the MCX benchmark shown live on this page.
How is Gold Priced in India?
Gold in India is priced per 10 grams or per gram in Indian Rupees (INR, ₹). The MCX gold rate (per 10 grams, 995 purity) is the national benchmark. Indian retail prices include 15% import duty + 3% GST + jewellery making charges (3–25%), making them substantially higher than the international spot price. The INR/USD exchange rate is a key factor — INR depreciation increases gold prices in Rupees. 22 karat (916 hallmark) gold is the dominant jewellery standard. Goldify Pro shows the international reference rate in INR, updated every 60 seconds.
Live Gold Rate in India Today
Live₹ INR·1 USD = 94.69 INR·Mumbai · Delhi · Chennai · Kolkata
XAU / USD Spot
$ 4,092.50/ troy oz
INR / USD Rate
94.691 USD → 95 INR
Gold Price by Karat — India (INR ₹)
Market Data
XAU/USD (Intl.)
$4,092.50
INR/USD Rate
94.69
24K Per Gram
₹ 12,458.86
24K Per Ounce
₹ 387,514
India Gold Price Chart (INR)
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24K gold rate in INR (₹) · Goldify Pro live feed · Updated every 60 seconds
Gold Price History
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History of Gold Prices — Key Milestones & Market Insights
Gold has served as a store of value for over 5,000 years— from ancient Egyptian pharaohs to modern central banks. Its price, once fixed by governments, now floats freely on global markets and reflects the intersection of monetary policy, geopolitical risk, supply constraints, and cultural demand across 104 countries. Understanding this history helps investors and jewellers in Pakistan and worldwide interpret today's live gold rates with greater confidence. You can track today's international rate alongside the live gold rate in Pakistan (PKR) on this page, updated every 60 seconds from the XAU/USD spot market.
Gold Price Timeline — 80 Years of History
The modern era of free gold pricing began in 1971 when the Nixon administration ended the Bretton Woods system. Before that, gold had been fixed at just $35 per troy ounce under the 1944 Bretton Woods Agreement — a system that gave the US dollar its post-war dominance but ultimately collapsed under the pressure of Vietnam War spending and growing US trade deficits. Use our troy ounce to grams converter to compare these historical prices in metric units.
World currencies were pegged to the US dollar, which was convertible to gold at $35 per troy ounce — establishing gold as the anchor of the global monetary system and locking its price for nearly three decades.
President Nixon suspended dollar-to-gold convertibility, ending Bretton Woods. Gold was freed to trade at market prices for the first time in decades, triggering a historic bull run that would define the decade.
Gold surged to $850 per ounce amid the Iranian Revolution, Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and rampant US inflation. Adjusted for inflation, this level remained the effective all-time high for over 25 years.
The collapse of Lehman Brothers and the global credit crisis drove investors to safe-haven assets. Gold climbed from $700 to over $1,000 per ounce as institutional trust eroded and central banks cut rates to zero.
Quantitative easing programmes, eurozone debt crises, and fears of dollar debasement pushed gold to a then-record $1,920/oz. Central banks began rebuilding gold reserves at scale, shifting from net sellers to net buyers.
Unprecedented monetary stimulus globally drove gold to a new all-time high above $2,075/oz in August 2020. Investors sought inflation protection as governments ran record deficits to support pandemic-hit economies.
Persistent inflation, escalating geopolitical tensions, and record central bank purchases — led by China, India, and Turkey — drove gold through $3,000/oz for the first time in history, rewriting the record books.
What Drives Gold Prices? — 6 Key Factors
US Dollar Strength & Real Interest Rates are the two most powerful short-term drivers of gold. Since gold is priced globally in US dollars, a weaker dollar makes gold cheaper for foreign buyers — boosting demand and price. Simultaneously, when real interest rates (nominal rate minus inflation) turn negative, gold becomes more attractive than cash or government bonds because it carries no dilution risk. This combination drove gold from $700 to $1,920 between 2008 and 2011, and again to $2,075 during the COVID-19 pandemic stimulus era.
Central Bank Demandhas become the single largest structural support for gold prices since 2022. Institutions like the People's Bank of China, Reserve Bank of India, and central banks of Turkey, Poland, and Singapore have dramatically increased gold reserves — purchasing over 1,000 tonnes per year — as a strategy to diversify away from US dollar dependence. Geopolitical uncertainty compounds this: wars, sanctions, and political crises push both sovereign and private investors into gold as a borderless, unfreezable safe-haven asset. The 2022 Russia–Ukraine war and Middle East tensions in 2024 each contributed to major price rallies.
Jewellery & Industrial Demand from India and China together accounts for over 50% of global gold jewellery consumption. Seasonal buying cycles — Diwali, Lunar New Year, South Asian wedding seasons — create recurring demand surges that lift prices and local premiums. In Pakistan, peak wedding and Eid seasons drive significant demand at sarafa bazaars, particularly for 22 karat bridal jewellery. On the supply side, mine production adds only ~3,500 tonnes per year — roughly 1.5% to total above-ground supply — creating a structural scarcity that sets a long-term price floor. Rising mining costs and declining ore grades reinforce this supply constraint decade over decade.
Together, these six factors explain why gold has risen from $35/oz in 1971 to over $3,000/oz in 2024–25 — a 85x increase driven by monetary expansion, geopolitical disruption, and inelastic demand. The live rate on this page captures all of these forces in real time, reflecting the exact price where global supply and demand meet at this moment. Explore our full suite of gold calculators to convert this spot price into any weight unit — tola, gram, troy ounce, kilogram — or calculate the exact value of any karat for any budget.
Disclaimer: Historical gold prices are shown for informational and educational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Gold prices are influenced by global economic conditions that change constantly. This content is not financial or investment advice. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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Today's Complete Gold Rate Table — India (INR ₹)
All rates for India in INR (₹) · Last updated: — · Source: Goldify Pro
Explore Gold Price in Every Weight Unit — India (INR)
Live 24K gold prices in ₹ for every major weight unit used worldwide — from the South Asian Tola, Masha and Ratti to Bangladesh's Vori, Thailand's Baht, Vietnam's Lượng, Iran's Mesghal, and Chinese Tael, Mace and Candareen. All prices are calculated in real time from today's per-gram rate (₹ 12,459/g).
South Asian
1 Tolaتولا · तोला
Pakistan, India, Nepal
1 Mashaماشہ · माशा
1/12 Tola · fine jewellery
1 Rattiرتی · रत्ती
1/96 Tola · gemstones
1 Vori (Bhori)ভরি
Bangladesh
1 Ana (Anna)আনা
1/16 Vori
Metric & Global
1 Gramg
Worldwide retail standard
1 Kilogramkg
Bulk / wholesale trade
1 Troy Ounceoz t
LBMA & COMEX bullion
East & Southeast Asian
1 HK Tael兩 (leung)
Hong Kong, Macau
1 CN Tael兩 (liǎng)
Mainland China
1 Mace錢 (qián)
1/10 HK Tael · Singapore, Malaysia
1 Candareen分 (fēn)
1/100 HK Tael
1 Bahtบาท
Thailand (96.5% jewellery standard)
1 Luong (Lượng)lượng
Vietnam · SJC gold bars
Middle Eastern
1 Mesghalمثقال
Iran (Tehran Bazaar standard)
1 Mithqalمثقال
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Iraq
Imperial & Western
1 Pennyweightdwt
1/20 Troy Ounce · US/UK dental gold
1 Graingr
1/480 Troy Ounce
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24K gold price in India (₹) · derived from ₹ 12,459 per gram · updated every 60 seconds
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Major Gold Markets in India
India is the world's second largest consumer of gold, after China. Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaaris the country's most important gold trading centre, operating since the 19th century. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) in Mumbai sets the national benchmark gold rate in Indian Rupees per 10 grams. Gold is central to Indian culture — essential for weddings, festivals (Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras), and as a store of generational wealth. India imports approximately 700–900 tonnes of gold annually. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)mandatory hallmarking system ensures gold purity across India's estimated 6 lakh jewellery shops.
Why Local Jeweller Prices Differ from the Live Market Rate
The live rate shown on this page is the international spot priceof gold converted to Indian Rupees (INR). Actual prices at Zaveri Bazaar (Mumbai), Karol Bagh (Delhi), T Nagar (Chennai), or any Indian jeweller will be substantially higher. Here's why:
Frequently Asked Questions — Gold Rate in India
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About This Gold Rate Page
This page provides the live gold rate in India today in Indian Rupees (INR, ₹) for 24 karat, 22 karat, 21 karat, and 18 karat gold — per tola, per gram, and per troy ounce. Rates are refreshed every 60 seconds using the international XAU/USD spot price from gold-api.com and live INR/USD exchange rates from exchangerate-api.com.
India is the world's second largest consumer of gold. The country imports 700–900 tonnes annually and gold plays a central role in Indian culture — from weddings and religious ceremonies to long-term savings. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) in Mumbai sets the national benchmark gold rate. Mandatory BIS hallmarking ensures purity standards. 22 karat gold is the dominant jewellery standard; 24 karat is preferred for investment. India's 15% import duty + 3% GST means retail prices are substantially higher than international spot rates.
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Important Disclaimer
The gold rates displayed on this page are for informational purposes only and represent the international spot price of gold converted to Indian Rupees (INR). These rates do not include India's 15% import duty, 3% GST, or jewellery making charges. Actual Indian retail gold prices will be significantly higher than the rates shown here.
For the actual Indian market gold rate (inclusive of duties and taxes), please refer to the MCX gold rate or check with licensed jewellers at Zaveri Bazaar (Mumbai), Karol Bagh (Delhi), T Nagar (Chennai), Burrabazar (Kolkata), or your local BIS-certified jeweller. Goldify Pro is not a gold dealer, broker, or financial intermediary.
This content does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. Gold prices can be highly volatile. Always verify rates with a licensed gold dealer or bank before making any purchase, sale, or investment decision. Past price trends do not guarantee future performance.
Data sources: gold-api.com (XAU/USD spot) · exchangerate-api.com (INR/USD exchange rate). Rates refresh every 60 seconds. Goldify Pro holds no responsibility for decisions made based on this data.
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Gold Price in India Today — Per Gram, Per 10 Grams & Per Tola (INR)
Today, October 22, 2026, the 24K gold price in India is ₹12,459 per gram (22K: ₹11,421 · 18K: ₹9,344). Rates are calculated from the live international XAU/USD spot price converted to INR and refreshed every 60 seconds.
आज भारत में सोने का भाव (प्रति 10 ग्राम)
आज भारत में 24 कैरेट सोने का भाव ₹124,589 प्रति 10 ग्राम है (22 कैरेट: ₹114,206)।
| Karat | Per Gram (INR) | Per 10 Grams (INR) | Per Tola (11.664 g) (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K Gold | ₹12,459 | ₹124,589 | ₹145,320 |
| 22K Gold | ₹11,421 | ₹114,206 | ₹133,210 |
| 18K Gold | ₹9,344 | ₹93,441 | ₹108,990 |
Indian gold is conventionally quoted per 10 grams, while the traditional tola (11.664 g) remains common in North India and for jewellery weight discussions. 22K (916 hallmark) is the standard for Indian jewellery; BIS hallmarking is mandatory. The rate above is the international XAU/USD benchmark in rupees — local city rates add import duty, GST and making charges.
Updated just now · Last updated: · Source: XAU/USD spot × live INR exchange rate.
Gold Price History in India — 1990 to 2024 (per 10 Grams)
At the end of 1990, 24K gold in India was worth roughly ₹2,247 per 10 grams; by the end of 2024 it had reached ₹72,273 — about 32× in INR terms. The table shows the international spot equivalent at each year-end exchange rate.
| Year | 24K per 10 Grams (INR) | 22K per 10 Grams (INR) | Gold (USD/oz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | ₹2,247 | ₹2,060 | $386.2 |
| 1991 | ₹2,930 | ₹2,686 | $353.2 |
| 1992 | ₹2,804 | ₹2,570 | $332.9 |
| 1993 | ₹3,955 | ₹3,626 | $391.8 |
| 1994 | ₹3,870 | ₹3,547 | $383.3 |
| 1995 | ₹4,380 | ₹4,015 | $387 |
| 1996 | ₹4,263 | ₹3,907 | $369.3 |
| 1997 | ₹3,667 | ₹3,361 | $290.2 |
| 1998 | ₹3,933 | ₹3,605 | $287.8 |
| 1999 | ₹4,060 | ₹3,722 | $290.3 |
| 2000 | ₹4,126 | ₹3,782 | $274.5 |
| 2001 | ₹4,291 | ₹3,933 | $276.5 |
| 2002 | ₹5,358 | ₹4,912 | $347.2 |
| 2003 | ₹6,097 | ₹5,589 | $416.3 |
| 2004 | ₹6,060 | ₹5,555 | $435.6 |
| 2005 | ₹7,414 | ₹6,796 | $513 |
| 2006 | ₹8,963 | ₹8,216 | $632 |
| 2007 | ₹10,565 | ₹9,684 | $833.8 |
| 2008 | ₹13,585 | ₹12,453 | $869.8 |
| 2009 | ₹16,223 | ₹14,871 | $1,087.5 |
| 2010 | ₹20,244 | ₹18,557 | $1,405.5 |
| 2011 | ₹26,093 | ₹23,919 | $1,531 |
| 2012 | ₹29,235 | ₹26,799 | $1,657.5 |
| 2013 | ₹23,979 | ₹21,981 | $1,204.5 |
| 2014 | ₹24,443 | ₹22,406 | $1,206 |
| 2015 | ₹22,557 | ₹20,678 | $1,060 |
| 2016 | ₹25,023 | ₹22,938 | $1,145.9 |
| 2017 | ₹26,527 | ₹24,316 | $1,291 |
| 2018 | ₹28,706 | ₹26,314 | $1,279 |
| 2019 | ₹34,749 | ₹31,853 | $1,514.8 |
| 2020 | ₹44,357 | ₹40,660 | $1,887.6 |
| 2021 | ₹43,197 | ₹39,598 | $1,805.9 |
| 2022 | ₹48,250 | ₹44,229 | $1,813.8 |
| 2023 | ₹55,609 | ₹50,975 | $2,078.4 |
| 2024 | ₹72,273 | ₹66,250 | $2,627.63 |
›What was the gold price in India in 1995?
In 1995, the 24K gold price in India was approximately ₹4,380 per 10 grams (22K: ₹4,015), based on the international year-end gold price of $387/oz converted at the 1995 year-end INR exchange rate. Local market prices at the time included dealer premiums and duties on top of this spot equivalent.
›What was the gold price in India in 2005?
In 2005, the 24K gold price in India was approximately ₹7,414 per 10 grams (22K: ₹6,796), based on the international year-end gold price of $513/oz converted at the 2005 year-end INR exchange rate. Local market prices at the time included dealer premiums and duties on top of this spot equivalent.
›What was the gold price in India in 2012?
In 2012, the 24K gold price in India was approximately ₹29,235 per 10 grams (22K: ₹26,799), based on the international year-end gold price of $1,657.5/oz converted at the 2012 year-end INR exchange rate. Local market prices at the time included dealer premiums and duties on top of this spot equivalent.
›How much has the gold price in India risen since 1990?
The 24K gold price in India has risen from approximately ₹2,247 per 10 grams at the end of 1990 to ₹72,273 at the end of 2024 — roughly 32× in INR terms, driven by both the international gold price and the INR/USD exchange rate.
Methodology: 24K price = international XAU/USD year-end close ÷ 31.1035 × 10 g × year-end INR/USD rate; 22K = 22/24 of the 24K figure. Figures are spot equivalents and exclude local dealer premiums, import duties and making charges — retail prices in India at the time were typically a few percent higher. Click any year for the full daily archive.