Gold prices in India moved sharply higher on Monday, January 5, 2026, in line with a strong rally in global bullion markets driven by heightened geopolitical tensions and rising safe-haven demand. Domestic gold rates increased across all key purities, reflecting the overnight surge in international prices.
As per the latest available data, 24 karat gold is priced at Rs 13,740 per gram, up Rs 158 from the previous session. 22 karat gold is trading at Rs 12,595 per gram, higher by Rs 145, while 18 karat gold stands at Rs 10,305 per gram, marking a rise of Rs 118.
In major Indian cities, gold prices remained largely uniform, with minor variations due to local levies and logistics costs. Below is a consolidated list of today’s gold prices (per gram) across key cities:
- Chennai: 24K – Rs 13,833 | 22K – Rs 12,680 | 18K – Rs 10,575
- Mumbai: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Delhi: 24K – Rs 13,755 | 22K – Rs 12,610 | 18K – Rs 10,320
- Kolkata: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Bengaluru: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Hyderabad: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Pune: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Kerala: 24K – Rs 13,740 | 22K – Rs 12,595 | 18K – Rs 10,305
- Vadodara: 24K – Rs 13,745 | 22K – Rs 12,600 | 18K – Rs 10,310
- Ahmedabad: 24K – Rs 13,745 | 22K – Rs 12,600 | 18K – Rs 10,310
The rise in Indian gold prices followed a sharp move in global markets, where spot gold climbed over 2%, supported by escalating geopolitical developments and increased investor preference for safe-haven assets.
Gold traders and jewellers said volatility is likely to remain elevated in the near term, with international cues continuing to dictate domestic price movements.
Disclaimer: The above gold rates are indicative and do not include GST, TCS or making charges. Actual prices may vary depending on city and jeweller.
