Gold edges higher, silver falls ₹5,000 per kg: Check rates on October 13

Gold prices recorded a marginal increase in India on Tuesday, October 13, while silver prices declined, according to the rates provided. Gold gained 0.10% on the MCX and opened at approximately ₹1.49 lakh per 10 grams. Meanwhile, the reported domestic reference price of silver fell by ₹5,000 per kilogram to ₹2.35 lakh.

According to Goodreturns.in, 24-carat gold was priced at ₹14,929 per gram, 22-carat gold at ₹13,685 per gram and 18-carat gold at ₹11,197 per gram. Rates varied slightly across cities.

Gold rate today: 24K, 22K and 18K prices

The following table shows the reported gold prices per gram in selected Indian cities on October 13, 2026.

Prices are per gram and are based on the supplied rate data. Retail prices may differ by jeweller and may exclude GST and making charges.

Gold price per 10 grams

Based on the reported national rates, the approximate prices per 10 grams are:

• 24-carat gold: ₹1,49,290

• 22-carat gold: ₹1,36,850

• 18-carat gold: ₹1,11,970

These figures are calculated by multiplying the supplied per-gram rates by 10. City-specific rates may vary.

Silver rate today: Prices fall by ₹5,000 per kg

Silver prices reportedly declined by ₹5,000 per kilogram on Tuesday, taking the reference rate from ₹2.40 lakh to ₹2.35 lakh per kilogram. This represents a fall of approximately 2.08% from the previous day's price.

The reported rates work out to:

The supplied city-wise silver figures do not fully match the reported ₹2.35 lakh reference rate: they list ₹2.40 lakh per kilogram for several cities and ₹2.45 lakh for Chennai and some other locations. These figures should therefore be verified with local dealers before publication.

What is influencing gold and silver prices?

Gold prices are influenced by international bullion rates, currency movements, investor demand and expectations about interest rates. Changes in the US dollar and global economic uncertainty can also affect demand for gold as a store of value.

Silver prices are influenced by many of the same factors, but its industrial uses add another dimension. Demand from electronics, solar panels and other manufacturing sectors can affect prices alongside investment activity.

The supplied data does not establish a single cause for Tuesday's movements. Gold's marginal gain and silver's reported decline should be treated as separate daily price movements rather than evidence of a sustained trend.

Should buyers purchase gold or silver today?

People planning jewellery purchases should compare rates from local jewellers and check the purity, making charges and applicable taxes before buying. A quoted gold rate per gram does not represent the final retail price.

Silver buyers should also confirm the prevailing local rate, particularly given the differences between the supplied national reference price and city-wise figures.

For investors, a single day's rise or fall does not guarantee the next market movement. Gold and silver can both experience significant price fluctuations, so purchase decisions should reflect individual budgets, investment horizons and risk tolerance.
(Disclaimer: Gold and silver rates mentioned in this article are based on the available source data and may vary across cities, jewellers and market platforms. Prices are indicative and may change due to market fluctuations. The final purchase price may include GST, making charges and other applicable costs. Readers are advised to verify the latest rates with local jewellers before making a purchase or investment decision. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.)