Gold Prices in India Vary by City
The prices of gold play a crucial role for those considering purchasing gold jewelry or investing in gold. The rates can fluctuate from city to city based on the demand and supply equation in the market.
Two types of gold, 22K and 24K, have different purity levels with 24K being considered 99.9% pure gold compared to 91.6% for 22K. The difference in purity affects their hardness, making 24K more suitable for coins and bars while 22K is used for jewelry.
The current prices of gold vary by city, but for October 3, 2026, the rates are as follows: Delhi - Rs. 13,695 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,939 per gram for 24K; Mumbai - Rs. 13,680 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,924 per gram for 24K; Chennai - Rs. 13,695 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,939 per gram for 24K; Bengaluru - Rs. 13,685 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,929 per gram for 24K; Kolkata - Rs. 13,680 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,924 per gram for 24K; Hyderabad - Rs. 13,680 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,924 per gram for 24K; Vijayawada - Rs. 13,680 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,924 per gram for 24K; Visakhapatnam - Rs. 13,680 per gram for 22K and Rs. 14,924 per gram for 24K.
Buyers should be aware that gold rates can change due to fluctuations in international prices, changes in the value of the Indian Rupee, and demand-supply patterns in the market.