Gold Rate Today (August 16, 2026): MCX Gold Nears ₹1.55 Lakh, Silver Holds Above ₹2.5 Lakh; Check 24K, 22K, 18K Gold Rates Across Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kerala, Surat, Pune & More

Gold Rate Today in India (August 16): Check the latest 24K, 22K and 18K gold rates, city-wise prices, MCX gold performance, and key buying tips before purchasing gold today.

By: Nisha Srivastava
Last Updated: August 16, 2026 10:44:39 IST

Gold Rate Today (August 16, 2026): Gold prices in India witnessed a modest change in prices on August 16, 2026 as the market remains highly volatile for consumers and investors. According to current market data, 24-carat gold is priced at around ₹15,513 per gram. Although prices have slightly changed from previous levels, gold continues to trade near record highs amid economic uncertainty and sustained safe-haven demand.

Gold has been quite resilient since the start of the year as investors are showing preference to gold amidst the prevailing geopolitical risks and economic uncertainties along with the volatile financial markets. The volatility in stock markets has also led to the increased investment in gold by investors. Even though the price of gold has been trading in a fairly stable range for several years, renewed economic uncertainties have made the investors show preference to the commodity thereby making it quite pricey. Here below are the gold prices in Delhi today.

LIVE Gold Rate Today | Domestic Gold Prices (India) – August 16, 2026

Today’s gold rates in India are ₹15,513 per gram for 24-karat gold (99.9% purity), ₹14,220 per gram for 22-karat gold (91.6% purity), and ₹11,635 per gram for 18-karat gold (75% purity).

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today

    • 1 gram: 24K gold ₹15,513; 22K gold ₹14,220; 18K gold ₹11,635.
    • 8 grams: 24K gold ₹1,24,104; 22K gold ₹1,13,760; 18K gold ₹93,080.
    • 10 grams: 24K gold ₹1,55,130; 22K gold ₹1,42,200; 18K gold ₹1,16,350.
    • 100 grams: 24K gold ₹15,51,300; 22K gold ₹14,22,000; 18K gold ₹11,63,500.

    Check City-Wise Gold Rate Today (per 10 grams)

    Gold Rate Today in Chennai

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹12,000 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Mumbai

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Delhi

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,528 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,235 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,650 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Kolkata

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Bangalore

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Hyderabad

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Kerala

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Pune

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Vadodara

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,518 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,225 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,640 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Ahmedabad

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,518 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,225 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,640 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Jaipur

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,528 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,235 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,650 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Lucknow

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,528 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,235 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,650 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Coimbatore

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹12,000 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Madurai

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹12,000 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Vijayawada

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Patna

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,518 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,225 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,640 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Nagpur

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Chandigarh

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,528 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,235 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,650 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Surat

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,518 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,225 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,640 per gram

    Gold Rate Today in Bhubaneswar

    • 24K Gold: ₹15,513 per gram
    • 22K Gold: ₹14,220 per gram
    • 18K Gold: ₹11,635 per gram

    International Gold Rates Today

    Spot gold is trading at $4,389.07 per ounce, reflecting a daily increase of $31.52 (+0.7%) as global safe-haven demand remains elevated.

    • Per Ounce (t. oz): $4,389.07 USD
    • Per Gram: $141.11 USD
    • Per Kilogram: $141,111.96 USD

    Major Countries Gold Rates Today: 24K, 22K & 18K

    Should You Buy Gold Today Or Hold Back in India?

    The decision whether to buy gold now or later will depend upon your financial goal. For long-term investors, it may be worthwhile buying gold in small quantities but regularly, while buyers looking for jewellery may choose to wait for any potential fall in prices. The prices of gold in India are still at high levels, with 24-karat gold priced around ₹15,486 per gram. Gold prices are still being affected by various aspects including geo-political tensions, global economic situation, international gold prices, currency changes, etc.

    Silver Rates Today – August 16, 2026

      • 1 gram: Today ₹250 | Yesterday ₹250 | Change ₹0
      • 8 grams: Today ₹2,000 | Yesterday ₹2,000 | Change ₹0
      • 10 grams: Today ₹2,500 | Yesterday ₹2,500 | Change ₹0
      • 100 grams: Today ₹25,000 | Yesterday ₹25,000 | Change ₹0
      • 1,000 grams: Today ₹2,50,000 | Yesterday ₹2,50,000 | Change ₹0

      Indian Major Cities Silver Rates Today

      Silver Rate Today in Chennai

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Mumbai

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Delhi

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Kolkata

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Bangalore

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Hyderabad

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Kerala

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Pune

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Vadodara

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Ahmedabad

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Jaipur

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Lucknow

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Coimbatore

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Madurai

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Vijayawada

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Silver Rate Today in Patna

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Nagpur

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Chandigarh

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Surat

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,500
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,000
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,50,000

      Silver Rate Today in Bhubaneswar

      • 10 Gram: ₹2,550
      • 100 Gram: ₹25,500
      • 1 Kg: ₹2,55,000

      Disclaimer: Gold rates are indicative and exclude GST/TCS/levies. Final purchase prices include 3% GST and making charges. Please verify with local jewellers for exact pricing.

      Check out other tags:

      Most Popular

      The Sunday Guardian is India’s fastest
      growing News channel and enjoy highest
      viewership and highest time spent amongst
      educated urban Indians.

      The Sunday Guardian is India’s fastest growing News channel and enjoy highest viewership and highest time spent amongst educated urban Indians.

      © Copyright ITV Network Ltd 2025. All right reserved.