2 min readDelhiFeb 21, 2026 10:52 AM IST
Gold Rate Today: Gold slightly strengthened on Saturday after days of decline in prices of the Yellow metal since Monday and maintained this downward trend on subsequent days. Last month, gold prices in India hit an all-time high, continuing their steady rise by almost 20 per cent.
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However, gold prices dropped by more than 12 per cent in just 10 days, especially after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget in start of the month, on February 1, 2026.
The 24-karat gold, recognised for its purity and greater value, is mainly bought for investment purposes, whereas 22-karat and 18-karat gold are chiefly utilised in the creation of jewellery.
Gold rate in India today, on February 21 (INR):
Gold prices in India edged higher today, February 21, Saturday, with 24-karat gold quoted at ₹15,738 per gram, adding ₹1 from the previous session, while 22-karat stood at ₹14,426 per gram, an addition of ₹1, and 18-karat was ₹11,804 per gram.
Carat-wise Gold Rate Per Gram in India (INR)
| Carat | Gram | Gold Rate in India Today | Gold Rate in India Yesterday | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 1 | ₹15,738 | ₹15,737 | + ₹1 |
| 24K | 8 | ₹1,25,904 | ₹1,25,896 | + ₹8 |
| 24K | 10 | ₹1,57,380 | ₹1,57,370 | + ₹10 |
| 24K | 100 | ₹15,73,800 | ₹15,73,700 | + ₹100 |
| 22K | 1 | ₹14,426 | ₹14,425 | + ₹1 |
| 22K | 8 | ₹1,15,408 | ₹1,15,400 | + ₹8 |
| 22K | 10 | ₹1,44,260 | ₹1,44,250 | + ₹10 |
| 22K | 100 | ₹14,42,600 | ₹14,42,500 | + ₹100 |
| 18K | 1 | ₹11,804 | ₹11,803 | + ₹1 |
| 18K | 8 | ₹94,432 | ₹94,424 | + ₹8 |
| 18K | 10 | ₹1,18,040 | ₹1,18,030 | + ₹10 |
| 18K | 100 | ₹11,80,400 | ₹11,80,300 | + ₹100 |
Source: GoodReturns
Gold Price Today in Major Indian Cities (Per Gram)
| City | 24K Today | 22K Today | 18K Today |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | ₹15,730 | ₹14,419 | ₹12,349 |
| Mumbai | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Delhi | ₹15,753 | ₹14,441 | ₹11,819 |
| Kolkata | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Bangalore | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Hyderabad | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Kerala | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Pune | ₹15,738 | ₹14,426 | ₹11,804 |
| Vadodara | ₹15,743 | ₹14,431 | ₹11,809 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹15,743 | ₹14,431 | ₹11,809 |
Source: GoodReturns