Gold prices currently stand at ₹11,537 per gram for 18-karat gold (75% purity) and higher for purer variants (91.6% purity). Over the years, gold has proven to be a reliable hedge against inflation, making it an increasingly attractive option for investors seeking to diversify and secure their portfolios.
City-wise prices of Gold and Silver
| City | Gold 24K (₹/g) | Gold 22K (₹/g) | Silver (₹/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 15,491 | 14,200 | 2,60,000 |
| Mumbai | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Delhi | 15,397 | 14,115 | 2,60,000 |
| Kolkata | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Bengaluru | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Hyderabad | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Kerala | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Pune | 15,382 | 14,100 | 2,60,000 |
| Vadodara | 15,387 | 14,105 | 2,60,000 |
| Ahmedabad | 15,387 | 14,105 | 2,60,000 |
Gold prices show slight variations across major Indian cities. In Chennai, 24-karat gold is priced at ₹15,491 per gram, slightly higher than in Mumbai (₹15,382) and Kolkata (₹15,382). Similarly, 22-karat gold ranges from ₹14,100 in several cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad to ₹14,200 in Chennai.
Delhi records 24K gold at ₹15,397 per gram, while cities like Vadodara and Ahmedabad have it at ₹15,387 per gram, showing minimal differences. This indicates that while gold rates are generally consistent nationwide, local factors can lead to small variations in pricing.
Silver prices remain uniform across all the listed cities, standing at ₹2,60,000 per kilogram. This consistency makes silver a stable alternative for investors and collectors looking for precious metals with less regional price fluctuation.