Gold Price Today [18 February, 2026]: MCX Gold Drops Sharply to ₹1.54 Lakh/10g; Check City-Wise Rates 24K, 22K, 18K in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad & More

Gold Price Today, 18 February 2026: Gold's shine as a haven against market turmoil looks all the more dazzling in early 2026. In Delhi, 24K gold prices have cooled to Rs 15,435 per gram as stocks divert funds into the precious metal. The correction in recent gains provides good buying opportunities, but the market remains volatile with Fed signals and rupee issues. Here's a quick rundown of today's prices, city-wise spreads and trading times for savvy buyers:

Gold Price Today (18 February, 2026)

• 24K: ₹15,435/g (-₹224 from yesterday)
• 22K: ₹14,150/g (-₹205)
• 18K: ₹11,580/g (-₹168)
• Context: All purities down 1.4-1.5%, mirroring MCX futures slide.

Gold Rate Today: From Record Highs to Correction

• Daily: -₹224/g (24K), or 1.43% off ₹15,659/g yesterday.
• Weekly: -₹540/g from Feb 11's ₹15,975/g (3.38% drop), post-profit booking.
• Monthly: Still +8% from Jan lows, but Feb peak ₹16,200/g shaved 4.7%.
• Driver: Equity rebound curbs safe-haven rush; global spot at $2,650/oz dips.

Gold Price Today: MCX Gold and Silver Prices in India

MCX gold settles at ₹74,500/10g (-₹1,800), silver at ₹2,60,000/kg (-₹8,000). Gold's milder correction (vs. silver's sharper fall) underscores its steadier haven status amid industrial metal woes.

Gold Prices in Mumbai

• 24K: ₹15,450/g (-₹220)
• 22K: ₹14,165/g (-₹200)
• 18K: ₹11,600/g (-₹165)
• Premium: +₹15/g over Delhi, thanks to trading hub dynamics.

Gold Rate Today in Delhi

• 24K: ₹15,435/g (-₹224)
• 22K: ₹14,150/g (-₹205)
• 18K: ₹11,580/g (-₹168)
• 10g (24K): ₹1,54,350 (-₹2,240); demand from investors fleeing stocks.

Gold Prices in Kolkata

• 24K: ₹15,440/g (-₹222)
• 22K: ₹14,155/g (-₹203)
• 18K: ₹11,585/g (-₹167)
• Steady: Eastern wedding buys blunt the dip.

Gold Rate in Bengaluru

• 24K: ₹15,430/g (-₹225)
• 22K: ₹14,145/g (-₹206)
• 18K: ₹11,575/g (-₹169)
• Tech influence: IT salaries prop up retail interest.

Gold Prices in Chennai

• 24K: ₹15,445/g (-₹223)
• 22K: ₹14,160/g (-₹204)
• 18K: ₹11,590/g (-₹167)
• Jewelry stronghold keeps rates firm.

Gold Price City-Wise (₹/gram)

City	24K (₹/g)	Change
Chennai	15,445	-₹223
Mumbai	15,450	-₹220
Delhi	15,435	-₹224
Kolkata	15,440	-₹222
Bengaluru	15,430	-₹225
Hyderabad	15,455	-₹219
Pune	15,440	-₹222
Ahmedabad	15,450	-₹220
Kerala (Avg)	15,460	-₹218
Coimbatore	15,470	-₹215
Chandigarh	15,435	-₹224
Bhubaneswar	15,425	-₹226
Agra	15,435	-₹224

24K Gold Price Country-Wise per 10g

Country	Price (₹)	Change
India	1,54,350	-2,240
USA	1,36,000	-1,800
Dubai	1,48,500	-2,000
UAE	1,48,500	-2,000
Saudi	1,49,200	-1,950

Gold Rate in India for Last 10 Days (10 gram)

Date	24K (₹)
Feb 17	1,54,350 (-2,240)
Feb 16	1,56,590 (-1,310)
Feb 15	1,57,900 (0)
Feb 14	1,57,900 (+1,970)
Feb 13	1,55,930 (-2,620)
Feb 12	1,58,550 (-1,200)
Feb 11	1,59,750 (+820)
Feb 10	1,58,930 (+870)
Feb 09	1,58,060 (+1,310)
Feb 08	1,56,750 (0)

FAQ’s

When is the best time to buy gold in 2026?

Target dips like today's after sharp corrections or festive seasons when demand spikes prices watch MCX support levels around ₹15,200/g for 24K.

What taxes apply to gold purchases in Delhi?

3% GST on making charges for jewelry and 1% TCS kicks in over ₹2 lakh value. Capital gains tax applies on resale STCG at slab rates, LTCG at 12.5% post-24 months.

How is gold purity checked in Delhi?

Look for BIS hallmark (916 for 22K) and use acid tests or XRF machines at certified labs for instant 99.9% verification avoid unverified street vendors.

Why are gold prices correcting now?

Profit-booking after equity rebounds and stronger dollar and Feb's 3-4% drop from peaks reflects reduced safe-haven flows amid stable inflation cues.

Should I buy physical gold or digital/SGBs?

Physical suits gifting but incurs storage costs, SGBs offer 2.5% interest + tax perks for long holds (5-8 yrs and ideal over apps with 3-5% spreads.