Gold Rate Today in Dollar Terms — April 29, 2026
As of April 29, 2026, Gold is trading at Fifteen Thousand One Hundred and Eighty Two Rupees per gram across India. The 10-gram rate stands at One Lakh Fifty One Thousand Eight Hundred and Nineteen Rupees, and 100 grams costs Fifteen Lakh Eighteen Thousand One Hundred and Ninety Two Rupees.
Gold Rate Today in Dollar — 10-Day Chart
Gold Rate Today in Dollar Terms
The gold rate today in dollar terms matters because the global bullion market sets the tone long before local jewellers change their boards. On this page, the India-linked 24K reference sits at ₹15,181.92 per gram as of April 29, 2026, which is the right lens for someone comparing live bullion with MCX gold and export-linked pricing.
Global desks quote gold in dollars per troy ounce. Indian buyers see the same metal translated into rupees per gram, and that translation is where the real movement happens. A clean move in LBMA gold can still look messy on an Indian chart if USD/INR swings hard in the same session. That is normal.
- 24K gold (1 gram): ₹15,181.92
- 22K gold (1 gram): ₹13,916.76
- 18K gold (1 gram): ₹11,386.44
- 10 grams (24K): ₹151,819.20
- 100 grams (24K): ₹1,518,192.00
- 1 kg (24K): ₹15,181,920.00
For traders, the more useful question is not just where the dollar price sits, but how much of that move survives after exchange-rate conversion and import duty. That is why MCX gold often moves in step with overseas futures and then adds its own Indian flavour on top.
Gold Rate Today in Dollar — All Units
Today's Gold rate is Fifteen Thousand One Hundred and Eighty Two Rupees per gram. At this rate, 10 grams of Gold costs One Lakh Fifty One Thousand Eight Hundred and Nineteen Rupees.
| Unit | Weight | Price (INR) | Price in Words |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | 1.0000 g | ₹15,181.92 | Fifteen Thousand One Hundred and Eighty Two Rupees |
| 8 Grams | 8.0000 g | ₹121,455.36 | One Lakh Twenty One Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty Five Rupees |
| 10 Grams | 10.0000 g | ₹151,819.20 | One Lakh Fifty One Thousand Eight Hundred and Nineteen Rupees |
| 100 Grams | 100.0000 g | ₹1,518,192.00 | Fifteen Lakh Eighteen Thousand One Hundred and Ninety Two Rupees |
| 1 Kilogram | 1,000.0000 g | ₹15,181,920.00 | One Crore Fifty One Lakh Eighty One Thousand Nine Hundred and Twenty Rupees |
| 1 Ounce (oz) | 28.3495 g | ₹430,399.84 | Four Lakh Thirty Thousand Four Hundred Rupees |
| 1 Troy Ounce | 31.1035 g | ₹472,210.85 | Four Lakh Seventy Two Thousand Two Hundred and Eleven Rupees |
| 1 Metric Ton | 1,000,000.0000 g | ₹15,181,920,000.00 | Fifteen Hundred and Eighteen Crore Nineteen Lakh Twenty Thousand Rupees |
Why the Dollar Gold Rate Does Not Match the Jeweller Bill
The gold rate today in dollar terms is a starting point, not the final retail number. A Delhi, Chennai, or Mumbai buyer pays for more than metal alone. BIS hallmarking, design work, wastage, and making charges all change the bill. Two chains that use the same 22K stock can still finish at different ticket prices if one carries heavier labour charges.
What really moves the price in India
Start with the dollar. If the greenback strengthens, the rupee gold rate usually rises even when the global metal price barely changes. Add central bank buying, geopolitical tension, and crude oil strength, and you get the kind of move that shows up across MCX, bullion dealers, and jewellery counters almost at once. Festive buying during Dhanteras and Akshaya Tritiya can sharpen that move further because local demand suddenly wakes up.
Carat also matters. 24K means 999 gold, essentially pure bullion. 22K corresponds to 916 gold and remains the usual standard for ornaments in India. 18K sits lower again and suits heavier-styled jewellery where durability matters more than purity. If you are comparing the gold rate today in dollar terms against a store quote, always check whether the quoted piece is plain bullion, hallmarked jewellery, or a finished ornament with a premium on top.
Gold Rate in Dollar — Daily History
The most recent Gold price on record (2026-04-28) is Fifteen Thousand One Hundred and Eighty Two Rupees per gram. This is down by One Hundred and Nine Rupees from the previous day's rate of ₹15,290.95.
| Date | Price (₹/g) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | ₹15,181.92 | -109.03 |
| 2026-04-27 | ₹15,290.95 | +8.00 |
| 2026-04-26 | ₹15,282.95 | 0.00 |
| 2026-04-25 | ₹15,282.95 | +136.79 |
| 2026-04-24 | ₹15,146.16 | -70.25 |
| 2026-04-23 | ₹15,216.41 | -116.10 |
| 2026-04-22 | ₹15,332.51 | -65.36 |
| 2026-04-21 | ₹15,397.87 | +84.34 |
| 2026-04-20 | ₹15,313.53 | -151.74 |
| 2026-04-19 | ₹15,465.27 | — |
How Investors Read Gold in Dollar Terms
Investors care about the dollar price because that is where the broader trend begins. A gold ETF in India usually follows the domestic spot market and gives you clean exposure without safes, lockers, or making charges. Digital gold and gold SIPs appeal to smaller buyers who want to build positions in bits rather than buy a full coin. That habit has become common in tier-1 and tier-2 cities, especially around salary dates and festival months.
Sovereign Gold Bond, or SGB, works differently. It is linked to gold prices, pays 2.5% annual interest, and comes with a lock-in period, so it is not the same as holding a coin in your hand. Physical gold gives comfort and liquidity at the local shop, but it also brings storage and spread costs. ETFs are cleaner for market exposure; bullion is cleaner for personal ownership. Each route solves a different problem.
Look at the 52-week range before you make a call. Gold can trade calmly for weeks and then jump on a single US inflation print or a sudden risk-off move. That is why the gold rate today in dollar terms is useful beyond curiosity. It shows the global anchor. The rupee side of the story tells you what an Indian buyer will actually pay once the market, taxes, and local demand all land on the same number.
Gold Rate Today in Dollar — Common Questions
The gold rate today in dollar terms moves with the LBMA gold benchmark and the global spot market. On this page, the India-linked spot equivalent is shown as ₹15,181.92 per gram as of April 29, 2026.
Traders start with the LBMA PM fix or spot gold price in USD per troy ounce, convert it using the USD/INR rate, divide by 31.1035 to get per gram, then add import duty and other local costs. MCX gold futures usually track that direction closely, though not tick for tick.
A jeweller does not sell raw spot gold. The final bill usually includes making charges, wastage, hallmarked purity, GST, and in some cases design premiums. That is why 22K jewellery can look cheaper per gram than 24K spot gold, but the total bill often narrows the gap.
The 22K value on this page works out to ₹13,916.76 per gram. It is derived from the 24K spot price and is useful for buyers comparing BIS hallmarked 916 jewellery against pure 999 gold.
Yes. India imports most of its bullion, so a weaker rupee can push the rupee price up even if the global dollar price is flat. That is why a move in the dollar gold rate often shows up on Indian screens before it filters into shop counters.
A gold ETF tracks domestic gold prices without storage or making charges. Physical gold gives you the metal in hand, but coins and bars can carry a premium. Sovereign Gold Bonds are a separate instrument and, unlike physical bullion, they pay 2.5% annual interest and come with a lock-in period.
