Question 1

What is today's gold rate in India per gram?

Accepted Answer

Today's gold rate per gram in India is set by IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) and updated twice daily at 12:05 PM and 5:05 PM IST. The three standard purities are 24K (999), 22K (916), and 18K (750). PriceToday displays all three live rates.

Question 2

Are these gold rates inclusive of GST?

Accepted Answer

No, the displayed rates are base gold prices per gram before GST (3% on gold, 5% on making charges) or making charges. The actual price you pay at a jeweller will be higher. Use the calculator on this page to estimate the full cost.

Question 3

What is the difference between 24K, 22K and 18K gold?

Accepted Answer

24K gold is 99.9% pure and is used for investment coins and bars. 22K gold is 91.6% pure — the standard for Indian jewellery as it is more durable. 18K gold is 75% pure, used for designer and diamond-set jewellery. The higher the karat, the more pure and expensive the gold.

Question 4

What time is the gold rate updated?

Accepted Answer

Gold rates are updated twice daily at approximately 12:05 PM and 5:05 PM IST, following IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) official price announcements.

Question 5

Should I buy 22K or 24K gold?

Accepted Answer

Buy 24K (999 purity) for investment — coins and bars with minimal making charges. Buy 22K (916 purity) for jewelry — it is more durable and the traditional Indian standard.

Question 6

What are making charges and how much should I pay?

Accepted Answer

Making charges are fees for crafting gold into jewelry, typically 8-25% of the gold value. Simple designs attract 8-12%, while intricate or bridal jewelry can cost 18-25%. Charges are negotiable at local jewellers and during festive season sales.

Question 7

How do I verify if my gold is genuine?

Accepted Answer

Check for the BIS hallmark, which includes the BIS triangle logo, purity grade (916 for 22K, 999 for 24K), and a Hallmark Unique ID (HUID) — a 6-digit alphanumeric code you can verify on the official BIS website.

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