About Gold Pricing in India
The gold price displayed above is calculated live from the COMEX spot price and converted to INR using real-time exchange rates. 10.75% import duty + 3% GST = ~14% above COMEX spot.
AURUM calculates India gold rates using the formula: COMEX spot × 1.138 × INR/USD rate ÷ 31.1035 × 10. All prices update every 5 seconds from live COMEX data.
For the full gold intelligence dashboard — including the Regional Gold Pulse Index, dealer spread reports from India, and behavioural pattern analysis — visit the AURUM platform.
See how India compares to Dubai, Singapore, and other markets on the Global Gold Arbitrage Table. Track Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras, and wedding season demand signals on the Cultural Demand Calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gold in India
What is the gold rate today in India? +
Indian gold price (MCX) is calculated as: COMEX spot × (1 + 10.75% duty + 3% GST) × current INR/USD rate ÷ 31.1035 × 10. The result is the 24K gold rate per 10 grams. AURUM calculates this live from the COMEX spot price.
Why is gold more expensive in India than globally? +
India imposes 10.75% basic customs duty plus 3% GST on gold imports, creating a ~14% premium above international (COMEX) prices. This is a deliberate policy to protect foreign exchange reserves — gold is India's second-largest import.
What is the difference between 22K and 24K gold in India? +
24K gold is 99.9% pure — used for bars, coins, and investment products. 22K gold is 91.67% pure — the standard for Indian jewellery (BIS hallmark 916). 22K price = 24K rate × 22/24.
What is MCX gold? +
MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange) is India's primary commodity futures exchange. MCX gold futures are the benchmark for Indian gold pricing. MCX price includes import duty and currency conversion — it reflects the true landed cost of gold in India.
When is the best time to buy gold in India? +
Historically, July–September (post-monsoon, pre-festival) sees the lowest premiums. Avoid buying in the 4 weeks before Akshaya Tritiya (April/May) and Dhanteras (Oct/Nov) — dealer premiums widen 2–4% during peak demand. AURUM's wedding season index tracks this in real time.