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Gold Price Today [9 March, 2026]: Gold Holds Steady Near $5,172 Amid Middle East Tensions; Domestic Rates Ease to ₹1.63 Lakh/10g | Check City-Wise Rates of 24K, 22K & 18K

Gold Price Today, 9 March 2026: Gold prices hold steady near $5,172/oz as Middle East tensions persist. Domestic 24K gold trades at ₹1.63 lakh/10g. Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai & more for 9 March 2026.

Published by Prakriti Parul

Gold Price Today, 9 March 2026: Gold prices are slightly rising both globally and domestically, with the precious metal remaining stable near previous levels as persistent Middle East tensions provide safe-haven support. Domestic pricing have decreased by ₹10 per 10 grams, with prices reaching ₹1.63 lakh in key Indian cities.

International Gold Prices (Spot Market)

Following recent turbulence, the world's gold markets are stabilizing, with prices remaining over $5,100 despite ongoing geopolitical worries.

Metric Value
Spot Gold $5,172.82 per ounce
Price per Gram $166.31
Price per Kilo $166,310


Key International Drivers:

  • Geopolitical Support: Demand for safe havens is still fueled by ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
  • Technical Consolidation: Following recent swings, prices are leveling off.
  • Global Economic Factors: Precious metals are nevertheless supported by market uncertainty.

Gold (GCW00) Price Chart

Time Price (USD)
6 Mar 2026 $5,100
7 Mar 2026 $5,150
9 Mar 2026 $5,111
  • Open: $5,186.70
  • High: $5,210.40
  • Low: $5,094.50
  • Previous Close: $5,158.70
  • Volume: 12,401
  • Open Interest: 252,279

Domestic Gold Prices (India)

Indian gold rates have decreased slightly, with 24K gold trading at around ₹1.63 lakh per 10 grams. Prices vary widely across cities owing to local taxes and transportation fees.

Purity Price per Gram Price per 10 Grams Daily Change
24K (Pure Gold) ₹16,363 – ₹16,379 ₹1,63,630 – ₹1,63,800 -₹10
22K (Jewellery Gold) ₹14,999 – ₹15,014 ₹1,49,990 – ₹1,50,150 -₹10
18K Gold ₹12,272 – ₹12,287 ₹1,22,720 – ₹1,22,870 -₹10

Today 24 Carat Gold Rate Per Gram in India (INR)

Gram Today Yesterday Change
1 ₹16,363 ₹16,364 - ₹1
8 ₹1,30,904 ₹1,30,912 - ₹8
10 ₹1,63,630 ₹1,63,640 - ₹10
100 ₹16,36,300 ₹16,36,400 - ₹100

Today 22 Carat Gold Price Per Gram in India (INR)

Gram Today Yesterday Change
1 ₹14,999 ₹15,000 - ₹1
8 ₹1,19,992 ₹1,20,000 - ₹8
10 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,50,000 - ₹10
100 ₹14,99,900 ₹15,00,000 - ₹100


Today 18 Carat Gold Rate Per Gram in India (INR)

Gram Today Yesterday Change
1 ₹12,272 ₹12,273 - ₹1
8 ₹98,176 ₹98,184 - ₹8
10 ₹1,22,720 ₹1,22,730 - ₹10
100 ₹12,27,200 ₹12,27,300 - ₹100


Indian Major Cities Gold Rates Today (per 10 grams)

City 24K Gold 22K Gold 18K Gold
Chennai ₹1,64,170 ₹1,50,490 ₹1,30,690
Mumbai ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Delhi ₹1,63,790 ₹1,50,140 ₹1,22,870
Kolkata ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Bangalore ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Hyderabad ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Kerala ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Pune ₹1,63,630 ₹1,49,990 ₹1,22,720
Vadodara ₹1,63,690 ₹1,50,040 ₹1,22,770
Ahmedabad ₹1,63,690 ₹1,50,040 ₹1,22,770


City-Wise 24K Gold Rates (per 10 grams) – Snapshot

City 24K Gold Price
Delhi ₹1,63,800
Mumbai ₹1,63,640
Chennai ₹1,64,180
Bangalore ₹1,63,640
Kolkata ₹1,63,640

Todays 24 Carat Gold Rate in Major Countries (1 gram)

Country Price (Local) Price (INR)
United States $170.50 ₹15,679
United Kingdom £124.06 ₹15,195
Canada CAD230.25 ₹15,581
Australia AUD249.40 ₹16,010
Singapore SGD224 ₹16,064
UAE (Dubai) AED623.25 ₹15,604
Saudi Arabia SAR637 ₹15,608
China CNY1,138.30 ₹15,139
Japan JPY26,011.40 ₹15,111
Germany EUR141.92 ₹15,056


Gold Rate in India for Last 10 Days (1 gram)

Date 24K Gold 22K Gold
09 Mar, 2026 ₹16,363 ₹14,999
08 Mar, 2026 ₹16,364 ₹15,000
07 Mar, 2026 ₹16,364 ₹15,000
06 Mar, 2026 ₹16,113 ₹14,770
05 Mar, 2026 ₹16,288 ₹14,930
04 Mar, 2026 ₹16,451 ₹15,080
03 Mar, 2026 ₹16,762 ₹15,365
02 Mar, 2026 ₹17,051 ₹15,630
01 Mar, 2026 ₹17,309 ₹15,865
28 Feb, 2026 ₹16,871 ₹15,463


Gold Price Movement in March 2026

Gold Rates 22K 24K
1 March rate ₹15,865 ₹17,309
9 March rate ₹14,999 ₹16,363
Highest rate in March ₹15,865 (1 Mar) ₹17,309 (1 Mar)
Lowest rate in March ₹14,770 (6 Mar) ₹16,113 (6 Mar)
Price Trend Falling (-5.46%) Falling (-5.47%)


Key Market Insights

  • Geopolitical Support: Ongoing Middle East tensions continue to provide a floor for gold prices, with safe-haven demand remaining robust.
  • Technical Consolidation: After the sharp rally to $5,400 and subsequent pullback, gold is now consolidating near the $5,170 level.
  • Domestic Stability: Indian gold rates have stabilized after the volatility of early March, trading in a narrow range near ₹1.63 lakh per 10g.
  • Taxes & Fees: All gold purchases in India are subject to a 3% GST. Jewellery also attracts making charges ranging from 5% to 35% depending on design intricacy.

Top Online Platforms to Buy Gold in India (2026)

  • Apps for digital gold and savings include Jar (micro-savings), OroPocket (₹1 entry, Bitcoin incentives), Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm (MMTC-PAMP partners).
  • Platforms for jewelry brands include Tanishq DigiGold (SafeGold, more than 350 outlets), CaratLane (gold ready for jewelry), and Kalyan Jewellers Candere (bars/coins, doorstep delivery).
  • Physical Bullion & Market Platforms: Zerodha, Groww, Upstox (Gold ETFs, Gold Mutual Funds, Sovereign Gold Bonds), MMTC-PAMP (999.9 purity bars/coins).

What This Means for Investors

Gold's ability to remain above $5,100 despite recent pullbacks indicates its durability and ongoing safe-haven appeal. Key levels to monitor:

International:

  • Support: $5,050 per ounce
  • Resistance: $5,250 per ounce

Domestic (Delhi 24K):

  • Support: ₹1,60,000 per 10g
  • Resistance: ₹1,68,000 per 10g

For long-term investors, gold's role as a portfolio diversifier and hedge against uncertainty remains intact. Systematic investment plans (SIPs) in gold ETFs or digital gold remain an effective strategy for participating in the precious metals market while managing entry timing risk.

Prakriti Parul