Gold prices in India slide as 24K drops to ₹14,984 per gram; silver remains steady at ₹2.50 lakh per kg across major cities.

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.
Published: 07 Apr 2026, 10:56 am IST
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