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22 Carat Gold Rate Today

Live 22K gold price91.67% pure (BIS 916), the most popular purity for Indian gold jewellery, ornaments, and traditional designs.

See how 24K and 18K compare per unit, browse city-wise 22 carat rates, and view the 30-day chart.

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22K gold rate (INR) — with comparison

22 carat gold rate today is the jewellery standard; 24K and 18K shown for reference per gram, 10g, tola, ounce & kg.

Karat Per gram Per 10g Per tola Per ounce Per kg
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22 carat gold rate by city

22K gold rate today across Indian cities — the rate most relevant for jewellery shopping.

City 22K / g 22K / 10g 22K / tola 22K / oz 22K / kg
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30-day 22K gold price trend

Daily 22 carat gold reference per gram (INR) — derived from 24K history × 0.9167.

Understanding 22 carat (22K) gold

Purity: 22K gold is 91.67% pure — labelled as BIS 916 hallmark in India. The remaining 8.33% consists of alloy metals (copper, silver, zinc) that add strength and colour variations.

Jewellery standard: Most Indian gold jewellery — from traditional temple designs to modern lightweight ornaments — is crafted in 22 carat. It retains the warm gold hue while being durable enough for everyday wear.

Pricing: The 22K gold rate today is calculated as 24K price × (22/24). When buying ornaments, making charges and GST are added on top of this base metal rate.

BIS hallmark: Since June 2021, BIS hallmarking is mandatory for gold jewellery sold in India. Look for the 916 stamp (22K) or 750 stamp (18K) to verify purity.

Frequently asked questions

What is 22 carat gold?
22K gold contains 91.67% pure gold and 8.33% alloy metals. It is the most popular purity for Indian gold jewellery, marked as BIS 916.
What does BIS 916 hallmark mean?
BIS 916 is the Bureau of Indian Standards hallmark certifying 91.6% gold purity — equivalent to 22 carat.
Why is 22K preferred for jewellery in India?
22K balances high gold content with durability. Pure 24K is too soft for intricate designs and daily wear; the alloy in 22K makes ornaments stronger while keeping the rich gold colour.
How is 22K gold price calculated from 24K?
22K = 24K price × (22/24) ≈ 0.9167. For example, if 24K is ₹7,000/gram then 22K ≈ ₹6,417/gram before making charges.
Does 22K gold rate include making charges?
No. The rate here is metal value only. Making charges (8-25% depending on design) and GST are added when purchasing jewellery.

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Gold spot and reference price data provided with permission from GoldPriceZ.com.