22K gold rate today in India per gram
Published 10 Nov 2026 · GoldLive team
The calculated 22K gold rate in India today is 10,812.42 INR per gram, before import duty, GST and making charges. The rate a jeweller in India quotes will differ from this, because India charges duty on imported gold, adds 3% GST to jewellery, and rates vary from city to city.
The value above is an international figure in rupees. It is useful as a fair reference, but it is not a jeweller's board rate. For every carat in one place, open the gold rate page for India, and for 10 grams and the chart see the 22K rate page.
22K gold rate per gram and per 10 grams
India quotes gold mostly per gram and per 10 grams, and people search for both "gold rate 1 gram today 22 carat" and "22 carat gold rate today 10 gram". They are the same number with the decimal point moved.
| Weight | Calculated 22K value |
|---|---|
| 1 gram | 10,812.42 INR |
| 10 grams | 10,812.42 INR × 10 |
22K gold is 22 parts pure gold out of 24, or 91.7%. If you know the 24K figure, multiply it by 22 and divide by 24. The calculated 24K value is 11,795.37 INR per gram, and the 24K page shows it per 10 grams too.
What does 22K916 mean on Indian jewellery?
BIS, the Bureau of Indian Standards, lists the hallmark grades for gold in parts per thousand. Its FAQ gives 14K as 585, 18K as 750, 20K as 833, 22K as 916, 23K as 958 and 24KS as 995.
A BIS hallmark on gold has three parts, according to the BIS FAQ:
- The BIS logo
- The caratage and fineness, such as 22K916
- A six-digit alphanumeric HUID, which is unique to that item
You can check the HUID in the BIS Care app using its "Verify HUID" feature. Do this before you pay, or at least before you leave the shop. BIS also says you can have hallmarked jewellery tested at a recognised assaying and hallmarking centre for a fee.
Why is the gold rate in India different from international prices?
Two charges sit on top of the international value.
Import duty. India raised its import duty on gold to an effective 15% from 13 May 2026, made up of 10% basic customs duty and a 5% Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess, according to Khaleej Times reporting the CBIC notification. Before that the effective rate was 6%. The rate can change again with a notification, so check the latest position.
GST. Gold jewellery carries 3% GST. We go through what that covers in our guide to GST on gold and making charges.
The duty is charged on the imported gold, and the amount that shows up in a retail rate depends on how the trade prices it that day. So do not expect the local rate to be exactly the international value plus 15%. Use the international figure as a reference, not as the shop price.
The India Bullion and Jewellers Association publishes daily indicative retail selling rates for jewellery, including 22 KT, per gram. It states that those rates are without 3% GST and making charges. It is a useful local reference to compare with the calculated value, but a jeweller does not have to sell at it.
Why do gold rates vary between cities?
Searches such as "22k gold rate today Chennai", "22k gold rate today Mumbai" and "22k gold rate today Hyderabad" exist because the number does change from city to city.
ICICI Direct gives these reasons:
- Transport. Gold enters India mostly through port cities, and moving it inland costs money.
- Demand. High demand in large cities lets sellers buy in bulk.
- Local pricing. Local jewellers set their own pricing, and local taxes can play a part.
- Making charges. These vary with the design and the jeweller, and they are not in the headline rate.
The national calculated value on this site cannot capture those local differences, and we do not publish a rate by city. Ask your jeweller for their board rate and compare it with the 22K value above.
How to compare a jeweller's 22K rate
Here is an example with round numbers. They are not today's prices. Suppose two jewellers quote a 22K piece of 10 grams.
| Line | Jeweller A | Jeweller B |
|---|---|---|
| Rate per gram (example) | ₹10,000 | ₹10,100 |
| Gold value, 10 grams | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,01,000 |
| Making charge | 12%, ₹12,000 | 8%, ₹8,080 |
| Subtotal | ₹1,12,000 | ₹1,09,080 |
| GST at 3% | ₹3,360 | ₹3,272 |
| Total | ₹1,15,360 | ₹1,12,352 |
Jeweller B has the higher rate and the lower bill. That is why a board rate on its own tells you very little. Put your own weight and making charge into the gold calculator before you decide.
The previous days table shows how the calculated value has moved over the last 30 trading days, which can help you judge how far today's board rate has shifted. We make no prediction about where the price goes next.
These details were checked on 10 November 2026. Duty and tax rules can change, so confirm them against the current notifications.
Sources
Common questions
What is the 22K gold rate per gram in India today?
The calculated 22K value is 10,812.42 INR per gram, before import duty, GST and making charges. A jeweller's rate will differ, and the 22K page shows the figure per 10 grams.
What is the meaning of 22K916?
22K gold is 91.7% pure and 916 is its fineness in parts per thousand, the way BIS hallmarks it. Check the six-digit HUID in the BIS Care app, and read how GST applies before you buy.
Why is gold more expensive in India than the international price?
India charges an import duty on gold, which has been an effective 15% since 13 May 2026, and GST of 3% applies to jewellery. Local rates also vary by city, so use the gold calculator to compare a full bill.
Is the gold rate the same in all Indian cities?
No. Transport costs, local demand and local jewellers' pricing mean rates can differ, so ask your jeweller for today's board rate and compare it with the calculated value.