Live Gold Prices | Updated Daily | Source: MCX / IBJA | Delhi

Gold Rate Today in Delhi — 22K, 24K & 18K Live Prices

Live gold prices for Delhi, updated every business day.

Gold prices in Delhi are updated every business day based on MCX and IBJA rates, the USD-INR exchange rate, and applicable import duty and GST. Delhi is one of India's largest gold-consuming markets, with heavy wedding-season and investment demand across Karol Bagh, Chandni Chowk's Dariba Kalan, South Extension and Lajpat Nagar. Below you will find today's gold rate in Delhi across all major karats, weights and hallmark grades — along with buying guidance tailored to the Delhi and wider NCR market.

Updated 21 July 2026  |  Source: MCX / Multi Commodity Exchange  |  City: Delhi, Delhi

What is today's gold rate in Delhi?

Today's gold rate in Delhi is ₹14276 per gram for 22 Carat gold and ₹15519 per gram for 24 Carat gold. The 10 gram rate for 22K gold is ₹142760 and for 24K gold is ₹155190. Prices are updated daily based on MCX and international bullion rates.

24K₹15519
22K₹14276
18K₹11639
14K₹9053

Updated 21 July 2026

Delhi

Today's Gold Rate in Delhi at a Glance

Updated 21 July 2026  |  All prices include 3% GST  |  Hallmark and making charges are additional

Gold TypePer GramPer 8gPer 10gPer 100g
24 Carat (99.9%)₹15519₹124152₹155190₹1551900
22 Carat (91.6%)₹14276₹114208₹142760₹1427600
18 Carat (75%)₹11639₹93112₹116390₹1163900
14 Carat (58.5%)₹9053₹72424₹90530₹905300

Prices shown are indicative base rates. Actual jewellery prices will include making charges, GST, and stone setting costs.

Today vs Yesterday — Gold Rate Change in Delhi

KaratToday (₹/g)Yesterday (₹/g)Change
24 Carat (24K) ₹15519 ₹15533 ▼ ₹14
22 Carat (22K) ₹14276 ₹14290 ▼ ₹14
18 Carat (18K) ₹11639 ₹11650 ▼ ₹11

Delhi Gold Rate by Karat — 24K, 22K, 18K & 14K Explained

Delhi buyers purchase gold across four main karat grades. Here is what each means and where it is used in the Delhi market.

24 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

24 Carat gold (99.9% purity) is the purest form and commands the highest price. In Delhi it is bought mainly as coins, biscuits and bars for investment and Dhanteras gifting, and is common in the bullion trade around Kucha Mahajani in Chandni Chowk. It is too soft for daily-wear jewellery.

22 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today (916 Gold)

22 Carat gold (91.6% purity), also called 916 gold, is the mainstay of Delhi's wedding jewellery. Traditional sets in Karol Bagh, Dariba Kalan and South Extension are overwhelmingly made in 22K because it balances high gold value with the strength needed for heavy bridal designs.

18 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

18 Carat gold (75% purity) is preferred for diamond and modern lightweight jewellery. Lucira's lab-grown diamond pieces are set in 18K gold for the right balance of brilliance and durability, and it is increasingly popular with younger Delhi buyers.

14 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

14 Carat gold (58.5% purity) is used for lightweight, contemporary and export-style designs. It is the most affordable per gram and suits everyday fashion jewellery.

24 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

24 Carat gold (99.9% purity) is the purest form of gold available. Used in coins, bars, and digital gold investments. Too soft for daily-wear jewellery.

Weight 24K Gold Price in Delhi
1 gram ₹15519
2 grams ₹31038
5 grams ₹77595
8 grams (Tola) ₹124152
10 grams ₹155190
20 grams ₹310380
50 grams ₹775950
100 grams ₹1551900
1 kilogram ₹15519000

22 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today (916 Gold)

22 Carat gold (91.6% purity) is the most widely used gold for jewellery in India. Also known as 916 gold — derived from its 91.6% purity hallmark.

Weight 22K / 916 Gold Price in Delhi
1 gram ₹14276
2 grams ₹28552
5 grams ₹71380
8 grams (Tola) ₹114208
10 grams ₹142760
20 grams ₹285520
50 grams ₹713800
100 grams ₹1427600
1 kilogram ₹14276000

18 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

18 Carat gold (75% purity) is popular for diamond jewellery and modern designs. Lucira Jewellery lab-grown diamond pieces are set in 18K gold.

Weight 18K Gold Price in Delhi
1 gram ₹11639
5 grams ₹58195
8 grams ₹93112
10 grams ₹116390
20 grams ₹232780
100 grams ₹1163900

14 Carat Gold Rate in Delhi Today

14 Carat gold (58.5% purity) is a practical choice for lightweight and contemporary jewellery designs.

Weight 14K Gold Price in Delhi
1 gram ₹9053
10 grams ₹90530
100 grams ₹905300

Gold Karat Purity Comparison — Delhi Buying Guide

KaratPurityHallmarkBest ForRelative Price
24K99.9%999Investment, coins, barsHighest
22K91.6%916Traditional jewelleryHigh
18K75%750Diamond jewellery, modern designsModerate
14K58.5%585Lightweight, fashion jewelleryLower

BIS Hallmark & HUID — Buying Certified Gold in Delhi

Since BIS hallmarking became mandatory, every gold jewellery piece sold in Delhi must carry a BIS mark and a six-digit HUID (Hallmark Unique ID). Always verify the hallmark before you pay, especially in busy markets like Chandni Chowk and Karol Bagh where footfall is high.

Look for three things: the BIS logo, the purity grade (916 for 22K, 750 for 18K, 999 for 24K) and the alphanumeric HUID. You can verify the HUID in the BIS Care app. Insist on a tax invoice showing purity, net gold weight, making charges and GST separately.

Hallmark CodePurityKaratUsage
99999.9%24KGold bars, coins, investment-grade gold
95895.8%23KRarely used in Indian jewellery market
91691.6%22KTraditional jewellery — most common in Delhi
87587.5%21KUsed in select Middle Eastern designs
75075%18KDiamond and designer jewellery
58558.5%14KFashion and export jewellery

Weekly Gold Price Trend in Delhi (Last 7 Days)

Daily gold rates in Delhi based on MCX rates and international bullion prices.

Date22K (₹/g)24K (₹/g)18K (₹/g)Market Note
14 Jul 2026 ₹14290 ₹15533 ₹11650 Stable
15 Jul 2026 ₹14325 ₹15571 ₹11678 Higher on global cues
16 Jul 2026 ₹14218 ₹15455 ₹11591 Steady
17 Jul 2026 ₹14257 ₹15498 ₹11624 Firm
20 Jul 2026 ₹14246 ₹15486 ₹11615 Steady
21 Jul 2026 ₹14276 ₹15519 ₹11639 Live
18 Jul 2026 ₹14298 ₹15542 ₹11657 Slight dip

Monthly Gold Rate Trend in Delhi — Last 12 Months

Month-end gold rates in Delhi. Updated as new daily entries are added.

Month22K (₹/g)24K (₹/g)18K (₹/g)Market Note
July 2026 ₹14290 ₹15533 ₹11650 Stable

Today's Gold Rate in Noida

Gold rates in Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad closely track Delhi as part of the NCR bullion market. Rates may vary marginally with each city's local jeweller premiums and state levies.Noida are the same as Delhi — both fall under the same state jewellery association pricing.

Karat / PurityPer GramPer 10 GramNotes
24K (999 purity)₹15519₹155190Investment gold
22K / 916₹14276₹142760Jewellery gold
18K (750 purity)₹11639₹116390Diamond jewellery

How Gold Jewellery Is Priced in Delhi

The price you pay in a Delhi showroom is more than the metal rate. Final cost combines the daily gold rate on the day of billing, making charges, GST at 3%, and any stone or diamond value.

Making charges in Delhi typically range from around Rs 300 to Rs 1,500 per gram, and are higher for handcrafted bridal and antique-finish work common in Karol Bagh. Many buyers negotiate making charges during festival and wedding season. At Lucira, gold cost is calculated transparently on actual metal weight at the daily market rate.

How Jewellery Prices Are Calculated in Delhi

ComponentApproximate RangeNotes
Base Gold RateMCX / IBJA ratePublished daily — forms the base of your jewellery cost
Making Charges₹300 – ₹1,500/gHigher for handcrafted, designer, and intricate pieces
GST3%On gold value + making charges
Wastage / Karigar0–5%Applies to handmade jewellery, charged by some retailers
Stone / Diamond CostMarket rateAdditional for gemstone-set jewellery
Hallmarking Fee₹35–₹45/pieceMandatory BIS hallmarking charge

At Lucira Jewellery, our lab-grown diamond pieces are priced transparently. The gold cost is calculated on the actual metal weight at daily market rates.

Gold as an Investment — A Delhi Buyer's View

Delhi households have long treated gold as both adornment and a store of value. For pure investment, digital gold, Gold ETFs and Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) avoid making charges and storage worries, while physical coins and bars remain popular for gifting and liquidity.

SGBs are the most tax-efficient long-term option as they pay interest on top of price appreciation. Physical gold offers instant liquidity through Delhi's dense jeweller and exchange network. This is general information, not personalised investment advice.

Gold vs Other Investments — Delhi Perspective

FactorGold Fixed DepositEquity MFSGBsPPF
LiquidityHighMediumLowLowHigh
Inflation HedgeStrongWeakVariableStrongModerate
Returns (10yr avg)10–13%6–7%12–15%10–13%7–8%
Risk LevelModerateLowHighModerateLow
Tax on ReturnsLTCG 20%TaxableLTCG 10%Tax-freeTax-free
Storage CostYes (locker)NoneNoneNone (Demat)None
Jewellery UtilityYesNoNoNoNo

Gold bonds (SGBs) offer interest income on top of gold appreciation and are the most tax-efficient gold investment for long-term holders. This table is for general information only and is not personalised financial advice.

What Moves the Gold Rate in Delhi

The Delhi gold rate is set by global and national factors, not local sentiment alone. The international spot price (LBMA), the USD-INR exchange rate and India's import duty form the base, with MCX and IBJA publishing the daily benchmark.

On top of this, GST of 3% applies at purchase, and strong Delhi wedding and festival demand can add a small retail premium at individual counters. A weaker rupee directly raises the local rate because gold is imported.

Key Factors — How They Influence the Delhi Gold Rate

FactorHow It Influences Delhi Gold Rate
International Spot PriceLondon Bullion Market Association (LBMA) sets the global USD price per troy ounce.
USD-INR Exchange RateAs gold is imported, a weaker rupee directly raises the Delhi gold rate.
Import DutyIndia levies a 15% import duty on gold. Changes in budget affect rates immediately.
MCX RatesMulti Commodity Exchange futures prices serve as the daily benchmark in India.
IBJA RatesIndia Bullion and Jewellers Association announces standard daily reference rates.
State Taxes & LeviesDelhi applies its own levies; rates may differ marginally from other states.
GST3% GST applies on gold value and making charges at point of purchase.
Local DemandFestival season (Dhanteras, Akshaya Tritiya, wedding months) can add 1–3% premium.

Best Time to Buy Gold in Delhi — Festival & Wedding Calendar

Delhi's gold demand is strongly seasonal. Dhanteras and Akshaya Tritiya are the two biggest buying days, while the long North Indian wedding season from November to February drives sustained bridal purchases. Karva Chauth is a distinctly North Indian peak, with heavy gold gifting for wives.

Gold prices are set by global markets, not festivals, but heavy local demand on these days can add a retail premium. For investment buying, the quieter monsoon months of June to August have historically offered better entry points in Delhi.

Delhi Gold Buying Calendar

Month/Period OccasionDemand LevelBuying Note
October/NovemberDhanterasVery HighHighest gold sales day in India — prices may carry a 1–3% premium on the day
April/MayAkshaya TritiyaVery HighConsidered most auspicious; advance booking recommended
March/AprilGudi PadwaHighMaharashtra's New Year — high local buying in Delhi
November–FebruaryWedding SeasonVery HighTrousseau and gift buying peaks; plan purchases 30–60 days in advance
January 14Makar SankrantiModerateGifting gold is customary in Maharashtra
June–August (Monsoon)Slow SeasonLowHistorically lower prices and lower demand — good buying window for investors
DecemberYear-end / ChristmasModerateUrban buyers tend to invest at year-end; slight demand bump

Gold prices are determined by global markets, not local festivals. However, high local demand during festival periods can add retail premiums at individual jeweller counters.

Where to Buy Gold in Delhi — Key Jewellery Markets

Delhi has some of India's oldest and largest gold markets. Chandni Chowk's Dariba Kalan and Kucha Mahajani are the historic wholesale and bullion hubs. Karol Bagh is the go-to for bridal and heavy traditional sets, while South Extension and Lajpat Nagar cater to premium and designer buyers.

Wherever you buy, compare the day's rate, insist on BIS-hallmarked pieces with HUID, and get an itemised bill. Lucira offers certified lab-grown diamond jewellery in 18K gold with transparent, weight-based gold pricing for Delhi buyers.

Historic Gold Rate Trend in Delhi

Long-term gold rate movement in Delhi for 22K and 24K gold. Updated as new daily entries are added.

Month22K24K
Current₹14276₹15519

Gold Rate Outlook for Delhi

Indicative near-term outlook for gold rates in Delhi based on current market conditions. For information only, not investment advice.

Scenario22K24KNote
Today₹14276₹15519Live rate

Delhi Gold Rate vs Other Major Cities

How the Delhi gold rate compares with other major Indian cities. Rates are broadly similar nationwide with small local variations.

City22K24KNote
Delhi₹14276₹15519Current market

Frequently Asked Questions — Gold Rate in Delhi

What is today's gold rate in Delhi?

Today's gold rate in Delhi is shown live at the top of this page for 24K, 22K and 18K gold, per gram and per 10 grams. Rates are updated every business day from MCX and IBJA benchmarks and exclude making charges and GST.

Is 22K or 24K gold better to buy in Delhi?

For jewellery, 22K (916) gold is better because it is durable enough for daily and bridal wear while retaining high gold value. 24K gold is purest but too soft for jewellery, so Delhi buyers choose it mainly as coins or bars for investment.

Why is the gold rate different at Delhi jewellers?

The base rate is the same city-wide, but final showroom prices differ due to making charges, design complexity, purity and any wastage. Markets like Karol Bagh may charge more for intricate bridal work than mass-market pieces.

Does gold rate in Delhi include GST and making charges?

No. The quoted gold rate is the base metal price only. Your final bill adds making charges (roughly Rs 300 to Rs 1,500 per gram) and 3% GST on gold value plus making charges.

How is the gold rate in Delhi decided?

It is derived from the international spot price, the USD-INR exchange rate, import duty and GST, with MCX and IBJA publishing the daily reference. A weaker rupee or higher global prices push the Delhi rate up.

What is 916 gold?

916 gold is 22 carat gold with 91.6% purity, hallmarked as 916. It is the most common gold for jewellery in Delhi because it combines strength with high gold value.

Is it a good time to buy gold in Delhi?

That depends on your goal. Festival days like Dhanteras and Akshaya Tritiya carry emotional value but may add a small premium, while the June-to-August monsoon period has historically been quieter with better entry points for investors.

How can I check if gold is genuine in Delhi?

Look for the BIS hallmark, the purity grade (916, 750 or 999) and the six-digit HUID, and verify the HUID in the BIS Care app. Always take an itemised invoice showing purity, net weight, making charges and GST.