Gold rates in Delhi on November 3: What 24, 22 and 18 karat gold costs as Dhanteras and Diwali 2026 buying picks up

Ten grams of 24 karat gold costs ₹1,39,530, while 22 karat, which is most popular among jewellery buyers, is ₹1,27,910. Studded and machine-cut pieces are priced on the 18 karat rate at ₹10,465 a gram, or ₹1,04,648 for 10 grams.

Buyers have until Friday, November 6, Dhanteras, and Sunday, November 8, Diwali, to finish their pre-Diwali purchases.

In Delhi, the 24-karat gold lost ₹5,060 per 10 grams, or 3.51%, in a single session on October 31. Tuesday's ₹510 gain per 10 gram has clawed back only a fraction. Measured against October's peak of ₹1,51,570, gold is still about ₹12,000 per 10 grams cheaper with a gap of nearly 8%.

Please note that gold rates above are indicative. A showroom's price can differ depending on the zone, the store and local supply. So, buyers should compare rates at several shops themselves instead of accepting the first figure offered.

The final payment is also usually higher than the karat-based price, because making charges and 3% GST are added.

For instance, a 10-gram 22 carat gold jewellery piece at 8% making charges can attracts GST of ₹4,144, taking the total to about ₹1,42,287.

Making charges, which may run from 6 to 18%, deserve as much comparison as the rate itself. Further, buyers should ensure that their jewelery carries a BIS hallmark and a six-digit HUID, and the bill shows weight, purity, making charges and GST separately.