Silver Price Today [15 March, 2026]: Silver Drops 4.4% to $81.34 on Dollar Strength Amid Middle East Crisis; Domestic Rates Plunge to ₹2.75 Lakh/kg | Check City-Wise Rates

Silver Price Today, 15 March 2026: Silver prices crash 4.4% to $81.34/oz on dollar strength. Domestic rates fall to ₹2.75 lakh/kg in Delhi. Get latest city-wise silver rates for Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore & more. Market analysis & investment insights inside.

By: Prakriti Parul
Last Updated: March 15, 2026 06:36:22 IST

Silver Price Today, 15 March 2026: Silver prices have declined significantly both internationally and domestically, following a broader sell-off in precious metals. International rates fell nearly 4.4% to $81.34 per ounce as investors favored a strengthening U.S. Dollar amid fading expectations for immediate interest rate cuts. Domestic rates have dropped to approximately ₹2.75 lakh per kilogram in major northern cities.

International Silver Price

A stronger dollar and shifting Fed rate expectations have put significant pressure on the precious metal, causing the global benchmark for silver to drop by about 4.4%.

Metric Value
Spot Silver ~$80.54 – $81.34 per troy ounce
Per Gram ~$2.59 – $2.70
Per Kilogram ~$2,590 – $2,615
Price Trend Down nearly 4% recently as investors favored a strengthening U.S. Dollar

Key International Drivers:

  • Stronger US Dollar: A firmer currency makes silver more expensive for buyers using other currencies.
  • Fed Rate Expectations: Fading expectations for immediate interest rate cuts are impacting sentiment.
  • Geopolitical Factors: Heightened tensions in the Middle East offer some support, but dollar strength is currently the predominant factor.

Silver (SIW00) Price Chart

Time Price (USD)
13 Mar, 2:00 pm $83.50
13 Mar, 7:00 pm $82.80
14 Mar, 12:00 am $81.50
14 Mar, 5:00 am $81.34
  • Open: $83.91
  • High: $85.62
  • Low: $79.52
  • Previous Close: $85.11
  • Volume: 46,984
  • Open Interest: 77,604
  • Daily Change: -4.43%

Domestic Silver Price (India)

The national average price for silver in India has dropped to approximately ₹2.75 lakh per kilogram. Rates vary slightly across cities due to local factors, with southern cities commanding a premium.

Unit Today’s Rate Change
1 Gram ₹275 0
10 Grams ₹2,750 0
100 Grams ₹27,500 0
1 Kilogram ₹2,75,000 0

Today Silver Price Per Gram/Kg in India (INR)

Gram Today Yesterday Change
1 ₹275 ₹275 0
8 ₹2,200 ₹2,200 0
10 ₹2,750 ₹2,750 0
100 ₹27,500 ₹27,500 0
1000 ₹2,75,000 ₹2,75,000 0

Indian Major Cities Silver Rates Today

Local rates can vary based on demand and regional taxes, with southern cities commanding a premium of up to ₹5,000 per kg over northern metros.

City 10 gram 100 gram 1 Kg
Chennai ₹2,800 ₹28,000 ₹2,80,000
Mumbai ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Delhi ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Kolkata ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Bangalore ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Hyderabad ₹2,800 ₹28,000 ₹2,80,000
Kerala ₹2,800 ₹28,000 ₹2,80,000
Pune ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Vadodara ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
Ahmedabad ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000

Major City-wise Rates (per 1 kg)

City Today’s Rate
Delhi ₹2,75,000
Mumbai ₹2,75,000
Bangalore ₹2,75,000
Chennai ₹2,80,000
Hyderabad ₹2,80,000
Kolkata ₹2,75,000
Pune ₹2,75,000

Silver Rate in India for Last 10 Days

Date 10 gram 100 gram 1 Kg
15 Mar, 2026 ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
14 Mar, 2026 ₹2,750 ₹27,500 ₹2,75,000
13 Mar, 2026 ₹2,799 ₹27,990 ₹2,79,900
12 Mar, 2026 ₹2,800 ₹28,000 ₹2,80,000
11 Mar, 2026 ₹2,900 ₹29,000 ₹2,90,000
10 Mar, 2026 ₹2,900 ₹29,000 ₹2,90,000
09 Mar, 2026 ₹2,800 ₹28,000 ₹2,80,000
08 Mar, 2026 ₹2,850 ₹28,500 ₹2,85,000
07 Mar, 2026 ₹2,850 ₹28,500 ₹2,85,000
06 Mar, 2026 ₹2,850 ₹28,500 ₹2,85,000

Silver Price Movement in March 2026

Metric Rate (₹/kg)
1 March Opening 2,95,000
2 March Peak 3,15,000
15 March Closing 2,75,000
Highest Rate in March 3,15,000 (02 March)
Lowest Rate in March 2,75,000 (14 March)
Monthly Change -6.78%
Price Trend Falling from peak

Key Market Insights

  • Dollar Strength Impact: A stronger US dollar is the primary driver behind the recent decline, making silver more expensive for international buyers.
  • Fed Rate Expectations: Fading expectations for immediate interest rate cuts are impacting market sentiment.
  • Regional Premiums: Southern cities like Chennai and Hyderabad continue to command a premium of ₹5,000 per kg over northern metropolises due to stronger cultural and industrial demand.
  • Extreme Volatility: Silver has shown extreme volatility in early 2026, dropping from a peak near $121 per ounce in January to current levels around $80.

Buyer & Investor Notes

  • Taxes: Domestic purchases are subject to a 3% GST in addition to the quoted market price.
  • Making Charges: For physical silver items like utensils or jewellery, making charges typically range from 5% to 25%.
  • Investment Options: Besides physical bars, investors can consider Silver ETFs or digital silver to track market prices.

Top Online Platforms to Buy Silver in India (2026)

  • Digital Gold & Silver Apps: PhonePe (MMTC-PAMP, SafeGold), Google Pay, Paytm, OroPocket (₹1 entry, Bitcoin rewards).
  • Jewellery Brand Platforms: Tanishq, CaratLane, Kalyan Jewellers Candere (silver coins, bars, utensils).
  • Physical Bullion Platforms: MMTC-PAMP (999.9 purity silver bars/coins), Augmont, Motilal Oswal.

What This Means for Investors

  • The continued decline to new monthly lows offers a potential entry point for long-term investors.
  • Silver’s dual status as precious and industrial metal offers diversification benefits.
  • Watch support/resistance levels: International $78/$84, Domestic ₹2.70L/₹2.85L.
  • Systematic investment plans (SIPs) in silver ETFs or digital silver help manage timing risk.
  • Silver has shown extreme volatility in 2026, dropping significantly from January peaks, which may present accumulation opportunities for patient investors.

Disclaimer: Silver price in India is determined by international prices and currency movement. All rates are indicative and exclude GST and making charges. Please check with local jewellers for exact pricing

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