🪔 Gold Price on Diwali (2015–2026)

Live gold rate updated: 04 March 2026

This page shows year-wise gold price on Diwali in India from 2015 onwards. You can compare festival rates across years and understand long-term trends.

Today’s Gold Price (India)

These are bullion market rates. Jewellery prices include GST + making charges.

24K (1g) ₹16,450
22K (1g) ₹15,068
18K (1g) ₹12,338

Gold Price Trend on Diwali (24K)

Chart shows 24K gold price per gram on Diwali from 2015 to 2026.

Year-wise Gold Price on Diwali (24K & 22K)

Year Festival Date 24K (₹/g) 22K (₹/g)
2015 11 Nov 2015 ₹2,577 ₹2,361
2016 30 Oct 2016 ₹3,172 ₹2,906
2017 19 Oct 2017 ₹3,180 ₹2,913
2018 07 Nov 2018 ₹3,216 ₹2,946
2019 27 Oct 2019 ₹3,884 ₹3,558
2020 14 Nov 2020 ₹5,097 ₹4,669
2021 04 Nov 2021 ₹4,746 ₹4,347
2022 24 Oct 2022 ₹5,132 ₹4,701
2023 12 Nov 2023 ₹6,061 ₹5,552
2024 01 Nov 2024 ₹8,059 ₹7,382
2025 20 Oct 2025 ₹13,071 ₹11,973
2026 08 Nov 2026 ₹16,450 ₹15,068
Note: If the market was closed on the festival date, we use the closest available price on or before the date.

Why gold is bought on Diwali in India

Diwali is India’s biggest festival for gold buying. Families often purchase gold jewellery, coins, and bars during Diwali week as a symbol of prosperity.

  • Gold buying is considered auspicious and linked with Lakshmi Puja.
  • Jewellers run major offers and discounts during Diwali season.
  • Demand rises sharply which increases search volume every year.

Is it a good time to buy gold on Diwali?

Gold price on festivals is mainly driven by global gold markets and USD/INR. However, demand rises sharply during Indian festivals, which increases jewellery buying and search interest. If your goal is long-term savings, buying on Diwali is often a traditional and emotionally satisfying decision.

Does festival gold price include jewellery making charges?

No. The prices shown here are bullion rates. Jewellery prices include making charges, wastage, GST, and jeweller margins. You can use our gold calculator to estimate final jewellery price.

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FAQs

Is this jewellery gold price on Diwali?
No. These are bullion market prices. Jewellery prices include GST + making charges.

Does gold price change on festivals?
Gold prices are driven by global markets. However, Indian demand increases during festivals which raises interest and sometimes local premiums.

Which festival is best to buy gold historically?
There is no single best festival every year. Comparing year-wise data helps understand price cycles.