Is today (April 9) best time to buy gold and silver? Check current rates across Indian cities
Gold and silver prices in India on Thursday, April 9, 2026, are being closely tracked across major cities by buyers, investors and jewellers.
Here are the latest indicative bullion rates from key markets.
Gold Prices in India today
24-carat gold (99.9% purity): ₹15,148 per gram
22-carat gold (91.6% purity): ₹13,885 per gram
18-carat gold (75% purity): ₹11,361 per gram
Gold continues to be widely followed in both jewellery purchases and investment portfolios, with pricing differing slightly across locations due to taxes and making charges.
Gold rates in major Indian cities (per 1 gram)
| City | 24K Gold | 22K Gold | 18K Gold |
| Mumbai / Kolkata | ₹15,148 | ₹13,885 | ₹11,361 |
| Delhi | ₹15,163 | ₹13,900 | ₹11,376 |
| Chennai | ₹15,273 | ₹14,000 | ₹11,650 |
| Bangalore / Hyderabad | ₹15,148 | ₹13,885 | ₹11,361 |
| Thiruvananthapuram / Pune | ₹15,148 | ₹13,885 | ₹11,361 |
| Ahmedabad / Vadodara | ₹15,153 | ₹13,890 | ₹11,366 |
Rates may vary marginally across jewellers.
Silver prices in India today
- Silver (per gram): ₹255.00
- Silver (per kg): ₹2,55,000
In major markets, silver prices are typically quoted in the range of ₹2.27 lakh to ₹2.28 lakh per kilogram, depending on the city and local factors.
City-Wise Silver Rates (Approx. per kg)
| City | 10 Grams | 100 Grams | 1 Kilogram |
| Mumbai / Delhi | ₹2,550 | ₹25,500 | ₹2,55,000 |
| Chennai | ₹2,600 | ₹26,000 | ₹2,60,000 |
| Kolkata / Bangalore | ₹2,550 | ₹25,500 | ₹2,55,000 |
| Hyderabad / Thiruvananthapuram | ₹2,550 | ₹25,500 | ₹2,55,000 |
| Pune / Ahmedabad | ₹2,550 | ₹25,500 | ₹2,55,000 |
What determines gold and silver prices?
Bullion prices are influenced by a combination of global and domestic factors, including:
- International market benchmarks
- Currency exchange rates
- Central bank policies
- Demand from jewellery and industrial sectors
Key takeaway for buyers
Gold remains a preferred choice for jewellery and long-term holding, while silver continues to attract attention for both investment and industrial demand.