18K Gold Rate Today in India

What moves the gold rate in India

The price here tracks the global gold rate in rupees, so it shifts every day with the global gold market and the rupee. Add import duty and a small jeweller's margin, and 3% GST when you actually buy. Because of local taxes and transport, your city's rate can sit a little above or below the national figure.

Where 18K gold fits

18K is 75% gold — harder and cheaper than 22K, which is exactly why it suits diamond settings and everyday jewellery you'll wear often. 22K (916) remains the standard for traditional gold jewellery, and 24K (999) is for coins, bars and digital gold. Look for the 750 BIS hallmark on 18K pieces.

What you'll actually pay

The rate above is only the metal. Your final bill is the gold value plus making charges — usually 8–25%, or a flat amount per gram — and 3% GST. Making charges vary a lot between jewellers, so they're worth comparing before you buy. Use the calculator above to estimate the all-in cost.

Is it a good time to buy?

Gold tends to climb when markets are nervous or the rupee weakens, and ease when things settle; festive and wedding demand lifts it too. The 30-day trend above shows the recent direction — but for jewellery you'll keep for years, purity and making charges matter more than timing the perfect day.

We update these rates daily from live global prices and today's rupee rate, with small local variations by city. They're for reference — confirm with your jeweller or bank before buying.