Gold Rate Today in India: 24K, 22K & 18K Sone Ka Bhav Across All States
Last Updated: 07:08 pm IST•Benchmark Source: IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) & MCX
Quick Market Highlights — India Gold Rate (16 Aug 2026)
Today 24 Karat 999 pure gold in India is trading at ₹1,58,609 per 10 grams, while 22 Karat 916 hallmarked jewellery gold is ₹1,45,397 per 10 grams (including 3% GST). National benchmark rates are published twice daily by IBJA based on international spot markets and USD/INR exchange rates.
National Benchmark Gold Price (16 Aug 2026)
Includes 3% GST| Purity Standard | 1 Gram | 8 Gram (1 Sovereign) | 10 Gram | 100 Gram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat (999 Pure Gold) | ₹15,860.9 | ₹1,26,887.2 | ₹1,58,609 | ₹15,86,090 |
| 22 Karat (916 Hallmarked) | ₹14,539.7 | ₹1,16,317.6 | ₹1,45,397 | ₹14,53,970 |
| 18 Karat (750 Hallmarked) | ₹11,895.7 | ₹95,165.6 | ₹1,18,957 | ₹11,89,570 |
State Wise Gold Rate Today — Select Your State
Check rates from local Sarafa Bazaar associations, local octroi adjustments, city breakdowns, and historical trends:
Bombay Bullion Association (BBA) & Zaveri Bazar
Kanpur Sarafa Association & Lucknow Sarafa Committee
Delhi Bullion Association & Chandni Chowk Sarafa
All Kerala Gold & Silver Merchants Association (AKGSMA)
Ahmedabad Bullion Association (ABA)
Madras Jewellers & Diamond Merchants Association (MJDMA)
Karnataka Jewellers Federation & Chikpet Jewellers Association
Calcutta Gem & Jewellery Merchants Association (CGJMA)
International & NRI Gold Rates — Dubai, USA, Singapore & Middle East
Check tax-free gold Souk rates, duty-free allowance rules for NRIs traveling to India, and foreign currency exchange rates:
Dubai is tax-free on gold purchase, offering 10-15% savings compared to Indian import duty and GST.
US spot gold is sold per troy ounce based on COMEX spot futures without Indian GST tariffs.
Investment Precious Metals (IPM) in Singapore are 100% exempt from GST taxes.
Lowest making charges in the Middle East with high purity 24K and 22K hallmarked gold.
How Gold Prices are Determined in India
Gold pricing in India is influenced by a combination of global macroeconomic triggers and domestic tax policies:
1. Global Triggers
- COMEX & LBMA Spot Rates: International benchmark in USD per troy ounce.
- USD to INR Exchange Rate: Rupee depreciation makes gold imports costlier in India.
- US Fed Interest Rates: Rate cuts boost gold demand as safe-haven assets.
2. Domestic Tariffs
- Customs Import Duty: Government import tariff on raw gold bullion.
- Goods & Services Tax (GST): Fixed 3% GST on all physical gold sales.
- State Logistics & Octroi: Regional transport insurance between states.
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Vikram has 8+ years of experience analyzing bullion markets, MCX futures, IBJA spot rates, and macro-economic factors influencing gold and silver prices across Indian states.