Gold Rate Today
in India
Live 24K, 22K & 18K gold prices updated for 17 June 2026. Trusted by buyers, sellers & investors across India.
Live Gold Rates Today
Real-time gold prices in India for 17 June 2026. Updated: 17 Jun 2026, 11:13 PM
📊 Today vs Yesterday Gold Rates
Compare gold prices across different weights and purities — 17 June 2026 vs 16 June 2026
| Weight | Purity | Today (17 Jun) | Yesterday (16 Jun) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | 24K | ₹15,110.00 | ₹15,137.00 | ▼ ₹27.00 |
| 1 Gram | 22K | ₹13,850.00 | ₹13,875.00 | ▼ ₹25.00 |
| 1 Gram | 18K | ₹11,332.00 | ₹11,353.00 | ▼ ₹21.00 |
| 5 Grams | 24K | ₹75,550.00 | ₹75,685.00 | ▼ ₹135.00 |
| 5 Grams | 22K | ₹69,250.00 | ₹69,375.00 | ▼ ₹125.00 |
| 5 Grams | 18K | ₹56,660.00 | ₹56,765.00 | ▼ ₹105.00 |
| 8 Grams (1 Tola) | 24K | ₹176,240.02 | ₹176,554.94 | ▼ ₹314.92 |
| 8 Grams (1 Tola) | 22K | ₹161,543.63 | ₹161,835.23 | ▼ ₹291.60 |
| 8 Grams (1 Tola) | 18K | ₹132,174.18 | ₹132,419.12 | ▼ ₹244.94 |
| 10 Grams | 24K | ₹151,100.00 | ₹151,370.00 | ▼ ₹270.00 |
| 10 Grams | 22K | ₹138,500.00 | ₹138,750.00 | ▼ ₹250.00 |
| 10 Grams | 18K | ₹113,320.00 | ₹113,530.00 | ▼ ₹210.00 |
| 100 Grams | 24K | ₹1,511,000.00 | ₹1,513,700.00 | ▼ ₹2,700.00 |
| 100 Grams | 22K | ₹1,385,000.00 | ₹1,387,500.00 | ▼ ₹2,500.00 |
| 100 Grams | 18K | ₹1,133,200.00 | ₹1,135,300.00 | ▼ ₹2,100.00 |
| 1 Kilogram | 24K | ₹15,110,000.00 | ₹15,137,000.00 | ▼ ₹27,000.00 |
| 1 Kilogram | 22K | ₹13,850,000.00 | ₹13,875,000.00 | ▼ ₹25,000.00 |
| 1 Kilogram | 18K | ₹11,332,000.00 | ₹11,353,000.00 | ▼ ₹21,000.00 |
📅 Gold Rate Last 7 Days History
Week-long gold price trend in India (per gram) — 24K, 22K & 18K rates with daily change
| Date | 24K (₹/g) | 22K (₹/g) | 18K (₹/g) | Change (24K) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 17 Jun 2026 Today | ₹15,110 | ₹13,850 | ₹11,332 | ▼ ₹27 (-0.18%) |
| Tue, 16 Jun 2026 Yesterday | ₹15,137 | ₹13,875 | ₹11,353 | ▼ ₹16 (-0.11%) |
| Mon, 15 Jun 2026 | ₹15,153 | ₹13,890 | ₹11,365 | ▲ ₹245 (+1.64%) |
| Sun, 14 Jun 2026 | ₹14,908 | ₹13,665 | ₹11,181 | — |
| Sat, 13 Jun 2026 | ₹14,908 | ₹13,665 | ₹11,181 | ▲ ₹22 (+0.15%) |
| Fri, 12 Jun 2026 | ₹14,886 | ₹13,645 | ₹11,145 | ▲ ₹322 (+2.21%) |
| Thu, 11 Jun 2026 | ₹14,564 | ₹13,350 | ₹10,923 | — |
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Complete Guide to Gold Rates in India — 2026
Gold has been a cornerstone of Indian culture, economy, and personal wealth for thousands of years. Whether you are buying jewellery for a wedding, investing in coins or bars, or simply tracking the market, understanding how gold rates work is essential. This guide explains every term, every factor, and every nuance behind the gold price you see on this page today.
What Is the Gold Rate Today?
The gold rate today is the live market price at which one gram of pure gold is being traded in India on 17 June 2026. As shown above, the current 24K gold rate is ₹15,110.00 per gram, the 22K rate is ₹13,850.00 per gram, and the 18K rate is ₹11,332.00 per gram. These rates change multiple times every day based on international bullion markets, currency exchange rates, import duties, and local demand.
It is important to understand that the published gold rate is a wholesale or reference price. The price you actually pay at a jewellery store will be higher because it includes making charges, GST (3% on gold value plus making charges), wastage, and the jeweller's margin. Always confirm the live rate before any purchase.
Understanding Gold Purity: 24K vs 22K vs 18K
The letter "K" stands for Karat (sometimes spelled Carat), which is the unit used to measure gold purity. Pure gold is 24 karat — meaning 24 out of 24 parts are pure gold. Anything less than 24K is mixed with other metals like copper, silver, or zinc to make it harder and more durable for jewellery.
24 Karat Gold (99.9% Pure)
This is the purest form of gold available commercially. It has a bright yellow colour and is extremely soft — too soft to be used for everyday jewellery. 24K gold is typically used for gold coins, bars, and investment-grade bullion. It is the form most preferred for investment because it carries the highest intrinsic value and the lowest making charges when bought as coins or biscuits.
22 Karat Gold (91.6% Pure)
22K gold contains 22 parts gold and 2 parts other metals (mostly silver and copper). This is the most common purity for Indian jewellery because it balances purity with durability. The "916 hallmark" you often see stamped on jewellery refers to 22K gold (since 22/24 = 0.916). Bridal jewellery, traditional necklaces, bangles, and chains are almost always made of 22K gold in India.
18 Karat Gold (75% Pure)
18K gold contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts other metals. It is harder and more scratch-resistant than 22K, making it ideal for diamond jewellery, studded ornaments, and modern designs. 18K is also commonly used in international designer jewellery and is favoured for its ability to hold delicate diamond settings.
Common Gold Weight Units in India
Gold is measured in several units in India. Understanding these will help you convert prices easily:
- Gram (g): The standard international unit. Today's 24K rate is ₹15,110.00/g.
- Tola: A traditional Indian unit equal to 11.6638 grams. Still widely used in North India and by older generations.
- 10 Grams: The most common unit used by jewellers and news reports. Today's 24K rate per 10g is ₹151,100.
- Ounce (oz): International bullion unit equal to 31.1035 grams. Global gold prices are quoted per ounce in USD.
- Kilogram (kg): Used for large bullion bars. 1 kg = 1000 grams.
- Bhori / Bhari: Same as 1 tola, used in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Factors That Affect Gold Prices Daily
Gold prices in India do not move randomly. Several global and domestic factors influence the daily rate you see:
1. International Gold Prices
The benchmark global gold price is set on the London Bullion Market and the COMEX exchange in the US. India imports most of its gold, so any movement in international prices directly affects domestic rates. When global gold rises by $10, Indian rates typically rise by ₹25–30 per gram, adjusted for exchange rates.
2. US Dollar to Indian Rupee Exchange Rate
Since gold is bought in US dollars internationally, a weaker rupee makes gold more expensive in India. If the rupee falls from ₹83 to ₹84 against the dollar, gold prices automatically rise even if international prices remain flat.
3. Import Duties and GST
The Indian government levies an import duty on gold (currently 6%) plus a 3% GST on the final value. Any change in these taxes immediately impacts the retail gold rate. The 2024 budget reduction of import duty caused gold prices to drop nearly 9% overnight.
4. Inflation and Interest Rates
Gold is considered a hedge against inflation. When inflation rises or central banks cut interest rates, investors flock to gold, pushing prices higher. Conversely, high interest rates make bonds more attractive, often pressuring gold lower.
5. Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Uncertainty
During wars, financial crises, or pandemics, investors treat gold as a "safe haven." This drove gold to all-time highs during COVID-19 in 2020 and again during recent global conflicts.
6. Festive and Wedding Demand
India is the world's second-largest gold consumer. Demand spikes during Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras, Diwali, and the wedding season (October–February), often pushing local premiums above international rates.
7. Central Bank Buying
The Reserve Bank of India and other central banks have been net buyers of gold in recent years. Large institutional purchases support long-term price strength.
BIS Hallmarking — How to Verify Gold Purity
Since June 2021, hallmarking is mandatory in India for all gold jewellery. A genuine BIS-hallmarked piece will carry four marks: the BIS logo (triangle), the purity in karat and fineness (e.g., 22K916), the assaying centre's mark, and the jeweller's identification mark. Always insist on a hallmarked piece and a proper tax invoice when buying gold.
Different Ways to Invest in Gold
You don't need to buy physical gold to gain exposure to gold prices. Modern investors have multiple options:
- Physical Gold (Jewellery, Coins, Bars): Traditional method. Tangible but involves making charges, storage risk, and resale loss.
- Gold ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds): Each unit equals roughly 1 gram of gold. Traded on stock exchanges like a share. Highly liquid, low cost.
- Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB): Issued by the RBI. You earn 2.5% annual interest plus price appreciation. Tax-free if held till maturity (8 years).
- Digital Gold: Buy gold online starting from ₹1 through apps. Backed by physical gold stored in vaults. Convenient but check the issuer's credibility.
- Gold Mutual Funds: Funds of funds that invest in gold ETFs. Suitable for SIP investors.
Making Charges and GST — What You Actually Pay
When buying gold jewellery, the final bill includes more than just the gold rate. The standard formula is:
Final Price = (Gold rate × Weight) + Making Charges + GST (3% on gold + making) + Stone charges (if any)
Making charges range from 6% to 25% depending on design complexity. Machine-made plain chains have lower making charges (around 6–10%), while handcrafted bridal sets can go up to 25%. Always negotiate making charges — they are often flexible.
Why Gold Rates Vary Between Cities
You may notice that gold rates in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Jaipur differ slightly. This is due to local octroi taxes, transportation costs from import hubs, and regional jewellers' association decisions. The difference is usually small — within ₹50 to ₹150 per 10 grams.
Selling Gold — Tips to Get the Best Price
When selling old gold, you usually receive 90–95% of the current market rate (after deducting purity testing and refining charges). Get gold valued at multiple jewellers, prefer reputed buyers, carry the original purchase invoice, and check the day's published buying rate online before visiting any shop.
Tax Implications of Gold
Capital gains tax applies when you sell gold at a profit. If sold within 3 years (24 months for physical gold after 2024 rules), gains are taxed as short-term capital gains at your slab rate. After 3 years, long-term capital gains are taxed at 12.5% (post-Budget 2024 rules) without indexation. Sovereign Gold Bonds are tax-free if redeemed at maturity.
How We Source Our Gold Rates
At Gold Rate Today, we pull gold prices from trusted international bullion APIs and convert them to Indian rupees in real time, applying standard import duty and GST estimates. Rates are refreshed every 30 minutes during market hours. However, we strongly recommend verifying the exact rate with your local jeweller or bullion dealer before any large transaction, as on-ground prices can include additional regional premiums.
Smart Gold Buyer's Checklist
Use this practical checklist before any significant gold purchase. Each item directly protects you from common pricing mistakes Indian buyers make at the showroom counter.
The rate at the top of this page is your reference. A reputable jeweller's per-gram quote should be within ±0.5% of it. If it's significantly higher, ask why — and if the answer isn't a clear regional premium, walk out.
Look for three marks: the BIS triangle, the purity grade (916 for 22K, 750 for 18K), and a 6-character HUID. Download the free BIS Care app and scan the HUID — it returns the certified purity and assaying centre in seconds.
The bill must show metal cost, making charges, GST, and any stone/hallmark fees as separate lines. A blended single-line invoice hides where charges have been inflated. Walk away if a jeweller refuses to itemise.
Metal price is fixed by the market. Making charges (8–25%) are decided by the jeweller and are the most negotiable item on your bill. For plain chains and bangles, anything above 15% is high. For intricate work, 18–22% is normal. Always ask "is this the best you can do?"
The metal rate is roughly identical everywhere; making charges vary wildly. Get written quotes (photos work) from 2–3 jewellers for similar designs. The price difference will surprise you — sometimes 10–15% on the same item.
Major chains discount or waive making charges around Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras, and Diwali. If your purchase isn't urgent, waiting 2–6 weeks for the next festival promotion can save 5–10% of the final bill on jewellery.
Your invoice is your only legal proof of purity, weight, and price paid. You'll need it for insurance claims, for resale, and for capital gains tax calculations if you sell. Photograph it and store the image in cloud backup.
Many jewellery pieces have small embedded stones. Some jewellers bill stones at metal price — meaning you pay gold rates for what is essentially glass. Ask for stone weight to be deducted, or for a separate stone charge with the stone's actual gemological grade.
Gold Terms Glossary — Quick Reference
A handy reference for the jargon you'll encounter on bills, hallmarks, and in jeweller conversations. Bookmark this section for your next showroom visit.
Pure gold — 99.9% gold content. Too soft for daily-wear jewellery. Used in coins, bars, and Sovereign Gold Bonds.
91.6% pure gold. The standard for traditional Indian jewellery. Hard enough for daily wear, bright yellow tone.
75% pure gold. Used for diamond and stone-set jewellery because the higher alloy holds prongs more securely.
The mandatory purity certification stamp issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards. Required on all gold sold in India since June 2021.
Hallmark Unique Identification — a 6-character code stamped on every hallmarked piece since April 2023. Each HUID is registered in a central BIS database.
Purity expressed as parts per 1000. So "916" means 916/1000 = 91.6% pure gold. It's the same as 22K, just a different notation.
Traditional Indian unit of weight equal to 11.6638 grams. Still common in older bullion shops across northern and western India.
The international gold weight unit, equal to 31.1035 grams. Roughly 2.67 tolas. Used in global pricing of gold and silver.
The current international market price for gold, quoted in US dollars per troy ounce. The starting point for all Indian retail rate calculations.
The fee a jeweller charges for crafting jewellery from raw gold. Typically 8–25% of metal value depending on design complexity.
The percentage of gold "lost" during crafting (filings, polish, etc.) that some jewellers add to the bill. Modern hallmarked pieces should have minimal wastage charges.
Government-issued security denominated in grams of gold, paying 2.5% interest annually. Redeemable in cash at maturity at the prevailing gold price — tax-free if held to maturity.
Exchange-Traded Fund that holds physical gold and trades on stock exchanges. Each unit represents a small quantity (usually 1g) of gold.
Multi Commodity Exchange of India — the primary commodity derivatives exchange where gold futures contracts are traded. A key reference for Indian gold pricing.
India Bullion and Jewellers Association — publishes daily morning and evening reference rates that most retail jewellers anchor their quotes against.
When selling gold back, jewellers typically pay 2–5% below the day's published rate. The gap covers their assay cost, refining, and resale margin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gold Rates
The questions Indian buyers ask most often before a gold purchase or sale. Bookmark for reference.
What is today's gold rate in India?
As of 17 June 2026, the live gold rate in India is ₹15,110 per gram for 24K, ₹13,850 per gram for 22K, and ₹11,332 per gram for 18K. These rates exclude GST and making charges, which are added at purchase.
Why is 22K gold more common than 24K for jewellery?
24K gold (99.9% pure) is roughly as hard as your fingernail — far too soft to hold jewellery shape under daily wear. A 24K ring would deform within months; a 24K chain would stretch and break. 22K gold contains 91.6% gold alloyed with 8.4% copper and silver, making it hard enough for daily wear while keeping the bright yellow tone Indian buyers prefer.
What is the difference between 916 gold and 22K gold?
They are exactly the same thing. "916" is the fineness notation (parts per 1000), and "22K" is the karat notation — both mean 91.6% pure gold. If a jeweller tries to charge a premium for "916" over "22K", that's an upsell on identical merchandise. Never pay extra for one over the other.
How is the daily gold rate in India calculated?
It starts with the international spot price (USD per troy ounce), converted to rupees using the current INR/USD exchange rate. Import duty (currently around 15%) and the agricultural infrastructure cess are added. Then local levies, transport, insurance, and dealer margins layer on. The published city rate is the result.
How much GST do I pay on gold purchases?
You pay 3% GST on the metal value plus 5% GST on the making charges. For example, on a 10g 22K piece valued at ₹138,500 with 12% making charges, the GST on metal is about ₹4,155 and GST on making is about ₹831.
Should I buy gold now or wait?
This is a question no one can answer reliably — gold prices respond to global factors (US dollar strength, interest rates, geopolitical tension, central bank buying) that even professional analysts can't predict consistently. Most Indian financial advisors recommend treating gold as a 5–15% diversifier in your portfolio rather than timing the market. Buy when you need it (for jewellery, gifting, or planned investment), not on speculation.
What is the best way to invest in gold in India?
For pure investment exposure (no jewellery needs), Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are widely considered the best option: they pay 2.5% annual interest, are tax-free if held to maturity, and avoid storage risks. Gold ETFs are next — liquid, no making charges. Physical gold coins and bars are reasonable but lose 2–5% in the buyback margin when you sell.
Can I trust unhallmarked gold?
Since June 2021, selling unhallmarked gold jewellery has been illegal in India. Only inherited or pre-2021 pieces may legally be sold unhallmarked, and the price should reflect that purity uncertainty. For any new purchase, refuse anything without a clear BIS hallmark, purity grade, and HUID. You have no legal recourse on unhallmarked purchases if the purity later proves lower than promised.
How do I sell my old gold for the best price?
Get quotes from at least 3 buyers — ideally a mix of the original jeweller, a competing chain, and an independent bullion dealer. The day's published rate is your benchmark; expect to receive 2–5% below that as the buyer's margin. Insist on the assay (purity test) being done in your presence. Bring the original purchase invoice if you have it — it speeds the process and may earn a slightly better rate.
What tax do I pay when selling gold?
If you sell within 3 years (24 months for physical gold per 2024 rules), the gain is short-term capital gain taxed at your income slab rate. After 3 years, long-term capital gains are taxed at 12.5% (post-Budget 2024) without indexation. Sovereign Gold Bonds redeemed at maturity are tax-free. Keep your original invoice as proof of cost.
Final Thoughts
Gold remains one of the most reliable stores of value in Indian households and a key component of any diversified investment portfolio. Whether you track the rate to plan a purchase, gift, or investment, staying informed about daily movements helps you time your decisions better. Bookmark this page — we update the rates every day so you always know exactly what gold is worth in India today.