Gold and silver rates today (April 7, 2026): Prices dip across India; Check city-wise rates

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Gold prices in India saw a downward correction on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, with 24K gold falling by ₹82 per gram. Domestic rates continue to be influenced by international market trends and the Rupee-Dollar exchange rate.

Currently, 24K gold (99.9% purity) is trading at ₹14,984 per gram, while 22K gold (91.6% purity) stands at ₹13,735 per gram.
Gold price today: Retail snapshot

For those looking to invest or purchase jewellery, here are the benchmark rates per gram (excluding GST and making charges):

  • 24K gold: ₹14,984 per gram (down ₹82)
  • ​​​​​​​22K Gold: ₹13,735 per gram (down ₹75)
  • ​​​​​​​18K Gold: ₹11,238 per gram (down ₹61)

Gold rates in major Indian cities (per 1 gram)

City 24K Gold 22K Gold 18K Gold
Mumbai / Kolkata ₹14,984 ₹13,735 ₹11,238
Delhi ₹14,999 ₹13,750 ₹11,253
Chennai ₹15,120 ₹13,860 ₹11,560
Bangalore / Hyderabad ₹14,984 ₹13,735 ₹11,238
Thiruvananthapuram / Pune ₹14,984 ₹13,735 ₹11,238
Ahmedabad / Vadodara ₹14,989 ₹13,740 ₹11,243

Silver prices today: National overview
The price of silver in India remains steady on Tuesday at ₹250 per gram and ₹2,50,000 per kilogram. While prices in major metros like Mumbai and Delhi align with the national average, southern markets, including Chennai, Hyderabad and Kerala, are trading at a premium of ₹5,000 per kg.

Silver rates today-City-wise breakdown

City 10 Grams 100 Grams 1 Kilogram
Mumbai / Delhi ₹2,500 ₹25,000 ₹2,50,000
Chennai ₹2,550 ₹25,500 ₹2,55,000
Kolkata / Bangalore ₹2,500 ₹25,000 ₹2,50,000
Hyderabad / Thiruvananthapuram ₹2,550 ₹25,500 ₹2,55,000
Pune / Ahmedabad ₹2,500 ₹25,000 ₹2,50,000


Factors ifluencing prices today

  • Currency fluctuations: The strength of the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar remains a primary driver for domestic silver and gold costs.
  • Global trends: International demand and geopolitical signals impact local bullion rates daily.
  • Inflation hedge: Despite short-term dips, gold remains a preferred long-term hedge against inflation for Indian investors.