🥇 Gold Rate Today in Delhi
Live from MCX · Delhi (NCT) (DL) · Thursday, 13 August 2026
Also covers: Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad
Delhi Gold Rate Today — All Karats
LIVE| Karat | Purity | Per Gram | Per 8g | Per 10g | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | 99.9% | ₹14,964 | ₹1,19,713 | ₹1,49,641 | ₹14,96,410 |
| 22K (916) | 91.6% | ₹13,707 | ₹1,09,657 | ₹1,37,071 | ₹13,70,712 |
| 18K (750) | 75.0% | ₹11,223 | ₹89,785 | ₹1,12,231 | ₹11,22,308 |
* Rates exclude GST (3%) and making charges (6–14%). MCX base + Delhi Bullion and Jewellers Welfare Association reference.
22K Gold Price by Weight — Delhi
1 Gram
₹13,707
5 Gram
₹68,536
8 Gram
₹1,09,657
10 Gram
₹1,37,071
1 Tola (11.66g)
₹1,59,825
100 Gram
₹13,70,712
MCX National vs Delhi Rate
MCX National (24K/g)
₹14,962
Delhi Rate (24K/g)
₹14,964
+₹2 local premium/g
Gold Market in Delhi
Delhi-NCR is the largest gold consumption region in northern India, with demand spread across Old Delhi's historic markets, the upscale showrooms of South Delhi, and the modern jewellery hubs of Noida and Gurgaon. The Delhi Bullion and Jewellers Welfare Association sets the city's reference rate, which generally tracks the IBJA Mumbai rate with a small premium reflecting transportation and association handling.
The Delhi gold trade is unusual in that it serves both deep traditional buyers — especially Punjabi, Marwari, and Bania households who treat gold as the primary household savings instrument — and a growing population of NRIs returning during the wedding season. This mix creates strong demand for both heavy 22K wedding jewellery and lightweight 18K diamond-set pieces. Delhi also sees the highest per-capita gold coin sales in north India during Dhanteras.
Where to Buy Gold in Delhi — Jewellery Hubs
Karol Bagh
The unofficial jewellery capital of Delhi. Home to PP Jewellers, Hazoorilal Legacy, Sunar Mandi, and dozens of family-run stores. Known for wedding sets, polki, and kundan work. Highly competitive pricing on weight-based pieces.
Chandni Chowk & Dariba Kalan
Old Delhi's 17th-century silver and gold lane. Best for traditional designs, antique pieces, and silver. Cash-and-carry culture; verify hallmark carefully.
Connaught Place & Khan Market
Premium retail — Tanishq, Tiffany, Forevermark, and global brands. Higher making charges but absolute price transparency and certified diamonds.
Lajpat Nagar & South Extension
Mid-premium hubs popular with South Delhi buyers. Strong selection of branded showrooms and trusted local stores like Hazoorilal Jewellers and PC Jeweller.
Noida & Gurgaon Malls
DLF Mall of India, Ambience, and Cyberhub showrooms cater to corporate buyers and NRIs. Good for branded jewellery with structured payment plans.
DelhiGold-Buying Customs & Festivals
- ▸North Indian wedding jewellery in Delhi typically combines a 22K maang tikka, choker, ranihaar, and kada set — usually weighing 200–400g for traditional families.
- ▸Punjabi families often gift gold biscuits or 50g/100g bars during Roka and Chunni ceremonies; Karol Bagh sees a surge in bar sales in the lead-up to the wedding season.
- ▸Dhanteras is the single largest gold-buying day of the year in Delhi — coin sales typically triple, and many families queue at Karol Bagh from early morning.
- ▸Delhi buyers are comparison-savvy: it's common to take quotes from 3–4 stores in a single market lane before settling. Always ask for the quote on the IBJA Delhi rate basis.
Delhi Gold Market Trends
Delhi-NCR demand is sharply seasonal — November to February (wedding season) accounts for roughly 45% of annual sales. Dhanteras, Karwa Chauth, and Akshaya Tritiya are the next biggest demand drivers. Post-2021, Delhi has also seen rapid growth in lightweight (under 10g) daily-wear jewellery, driven by working women in the IT/finance corridors of Gurgaon and Noida. Sovereign Gold Bond uptake is highest in the Lutyens-Delhi and South Delhi pin codes, reflecting the investor demographic.
BIS Hallmarking in Delhi
BIS hallmarking is mandatory for all gold jewellery sold in Delhi-NCR. The major hallmarking centres are in Karol Bagh, Naraina, Okhla, and Noida Sector 8. Since the HUID rule came into force, every piece must carry a six-digit code that you can verify on the BIS Care app — physically inspect the piece for this code before paying.
What to verify before paying in Delhi
- ✓BIS hallmark with HUID printed on the inner side of rings, bangles, and clasps of chains
- ✓Today's Delhi rate (Delhi Bullion Association) — usually quoted on the shop's display board
- ✓Making charges in rupees per gram, not as a vague percentage
- ✓Wastage charges — common in Karol Bagh; negotiate this down to 0–2% for hallmarked pieces
- ✓Stone deduction — for diamond-set jewellery, the gold weight (excluding stones) should be billed separately
- ✓GST invoice with the seller's GSTIN; cash bills without GST are illegal and offer no buy-back protection
Established Jewellers in Delhi
The following retailers have a long-standing presence in Delhi and operate under BIS-registered hallmarking. Always verify HUID and request a GST invoice regardless of where you buy.
FAQs — Gold in Delhi
Why are gold rates in Karol Bagh cheaper than CP showrooms?
Karol Bagh is a wholesale-driven market with thinner margins, simpler displays, and lower overhead. Connaught Place and Khan Market showrooms charge premium making rates (15–25%) and absorb mall rental, branding, and certification costs. The underlying gold rate is the same across Delhi — the difference is in making charges and design complexity.
Is wastage charge legitimate in 2026?
For BIS hallmarked, machine-made jewellery, wastage charges are largely outdated and should be challenged. They originated when handcrafted ornaments lost gold during melting and shaping. Modern CNC-cut and casting techniques produce minimal waste. Reputable Delhi stores have moved to flat making-charge pricing; insist on this format.
Can NRIs buy gold in Delhi and carry it abroad?
Yes. NRIs can buy gold in India with a valid passport and pay through NRO/NRE accounts or international cards. To carry gold abroad, follow the destination country's customs limit (e.g., the US has no limit but requires declaration above $10,000; the UAE has separate rules). Always retain the GST-paid Indian invoice.
What is the difference between Delhi rate and Mumbai rate?
Mumbai sets the IBJA reference rate. Delhi typically trades at a small premium of ₹10–30 per 10g over Mumbai due to interstate transportation and the Delhi association's administrative spread. The 22K and 24K karat percentages remain identical; the absolute rupee figure shifts marginally.