🥇 Gold Rate Today in Telangana
Live from MCX · Telangana (TG) · Thursday, 13 August 2026
Also covers: Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam
Telangana 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 (7–14%). MCX base + Twin Cities Jewellers Association (TCJA, Hyderabad) reference.
22K Gold Price by Weight — Telangana
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 Telangana Rate
MCX National (24K/g)
₹14,962
Telangana Rate (24K/g)
₹14,964
+₹2 local premium/g
Gold Market in Telangana
Telangana is one of India's largest gold-consuming states, with Hyderabad as the dominant wholesale and retail hub serving Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam, and the broader state. The Twin Cities Jewellers Association rate set in Hyderabad is mirrored across the state, with district towns adding small local logistics premiums (typically ₹10–30 per 10g).
Gold demand in Telangana is anchored in wedding traditions, agricultural household savings, and a long-standing temple-jewellery culture. Each district has its own gold-buying calendar — Bathukamma in Warangal, Sammakka-Saralamma jathara in Mulugu, harvest-time purchases in agricultural districts like Karimnagar and Nizamabad. Statewide, 22K (916) jewellery dominates, with 24K coins purchased on festival days.
Where to Buy Gold in Telangana — Jewellery Hubs
Hyderabad (Charminar, Abids, Banjara Hills)
The state's primary jewellery market. Pearl-gold jadau, polki, contemporary 18K — every category is well-represented. See the dedicated Hyderabad city page for hub-by-hub guidance.
Warangal
Telangana's second-largest jewellery market. Strong family-run stores around Hanamkonda and Subedari areas; serves the entire Warangal-Mahabubabad belt for wedding gold.
Karimnagar
Significant agricultural-belt gold market. Demand peaks at harvest (April–May, October–November); steady wedding-season pull.
Nizamabad
Border-district market with strong influence from neighbouring Maharashtra and Karnataka pricing. Mostly family stores, with branded showrooms growing in town centre.
Khammam
Eastern Telangana hub. Jewellery demand split between local family stores and Hyderabad-headquartered chains opening branches.
TelanganaGold-Buying Customs & Festivals
- ▸Telugu households across Telangana traditionally allocate a significant share of household savings to gold — roughly 30–40% in agricultural districts.
- ▸Bathukamma (October) is one of the largest single gold-buying festivals in Telangana, especially in Warangal, Karimnagar, and rural districts. Coin sales spike sharply.
- ▸The district towns rely heavily on Hyderabad for wedding-jewellery shopping; many families travel to Charminar, Banjara Hills, or Punjagutta for the wedding season.
- ▸Sankranti, Ugadi, and Akshaya Tritiya are important secondary gold-buying days, especially for small coins and lightweight jewellery.
Telangana Gold Market Trends
Telangana's gold market is unusually steady through the year, balancing urban Hyderabad demand (which has its own rhythm) with rural-agricultural demand tied to harvest cycles. Wedding-season volumes are concentrated November–February, but festival demand (Bathukamma, Bonalu, Sankranti) provides a year-round base. The 18K and certified-diamond market is growing rapidly in Hyderabad and beginning to reach the larger district towns through Tanishq, Kalyan, and Malabar branches.
BIS Hallmarking in Telangana
BIS hallmarking is mandatory across Telangana. Hyderabad has the densest cluster of BIS-recognised hallmarking centres in the state (Banjara Hills, Punjagutta, Charminar, Jubilee Hills). District-town buyers should still verify HUID — most established branded showrooms (Tanishq, Kalyan, Malabar, Joyalukkas) comply uniformly; smaller family stores in interior districts have largely onboarded post-2023.
What to verify before paying in Telangana
- ✓BIS logo + 916 mark + six-digit HUID on every piece
- ✓Today's TCJA rate displayed at the cashier (most state retailers track this)
- ✓Wastage charges in writing — many district jewellers still apply 3–8%; negotiate on machine-made designs
- ✓Stone deduction for jadau/polki — gold and stone weights billed separately
- ✓GST 3% + 5% on making — both as separate line items
- ✓Buy-back terms in writing, especially when buying outside the major chains
Established Jewellers in Telangana
The following retailers have a long-standing presence in Telangana and operate under BIS-registered hallmarking. Always verify HUID and request a GST invoice regardless of where you buy.
FAQs — Gold in Telangana
Is gold rate the same across Telangana?
The base rate (set by TCJA in Hyderabad) is uniform across Telangana. District towns typically add ₹10–30 per 10g as a local handling/transportation premium. Major chains like Tanishq, Kalyan, and Malabar use a single statewide rate, while local family stores may quote slightly different numbers based on their own carry costs.
Should I shop in Hyderabad or my district town for a wedding?
For traditional jadau, polki, pearl-gold, and Nizami-style pieces, Hyderabad (especially Charminar workshops) offers irreplaceable craftsmanship. For standard 22K wedding jewellery, district-town established family stores often match Hyderabad pricing with lower making charges. Always compare like-for-like designs and weights.
Are district-town family stores BIS-hallmarked?
Most established multi-decade family stores in Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, and Khammam have onboarded to BIS hallmarking by 2023. Always physically check the BIS logo and HUID; if a store cannot show this, it has no legal right to sell hallmarked-equivalent jewellery in 2026.
What's the difference between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh gold rates?
They are typically within ₹20–50 per 10g of each other. Andhra Pradesh follows the Vijayawada / Visakhapatnam association rates while Telangana follows the TCJA rate. Both ultimately track the IBJA reference, with state-level association premiums layered on top.