Current Gold Prices in India: April 21, 2026 Update
Gold Price Overview
Gold Rates on April 21, 2026: On this date, gold prices in India experienced slight variations, influenced by domestic demand and ongoing geopolitical tensions related to the US-Iran situation. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures began the day with a minor decline, dropping by Rs 207.00 or 0.13%, bringing the price to Rs 1,53,736 per 10 grams. Despite this decrease, gold prices remain significantly lower than the peak of Rs 1,80,779 per 10 grams reached on January 29 in the futures market. According to the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price for 24-carat gold was reported at Rs 1,52,096 per 10 grams on Tuesday morning. In contrast, data from Goodreturns showed a slightly elevated retail price of Rs 1,55,430 per 10 grams for 24-carat gold.
Internationally, gold prices also showed a downward trend, with spot gold decreasing by 0.52% to $4,805.09 per ounce. This decline was attributed to weak global cues and a decrease in spot demand. The All India Sarafa Association noted that 24-carat gold prices increased by Rs 800 to Rs 1,57,000 per 10 grams (including taxes) in the previous session.
Gold Rates in Major Cities
Current Gold Prices in Major Cities:
| City | 24 Carat Gold Rate Today (10g) | 22 Carat Gold Rate Today (10g) | 18 Carat Gold Rate Today (10g) |
| Delhi | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Mumbai | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Kolkata | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Chennai | Rs 155990 | Rs 142990 | Rs 118540 |
| Patna | Rs 155330 | Rs 142390 | Rs 116510 |
| Lucknow | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Meerut | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Ayodhya | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Kanpur | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Ghaziabad | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Noida | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Gurugram | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Chandigarh | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Jaipur | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Ludhiana | Rs 155430 | Rs 142490 | Rs 116610 |
| Guwahati | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Indore | Rs 155330 | Rs 142390 | Rs 116510 |
| Ahmedabad | Rs 155330 | Rs 142390 | Rs 116510 |
| Vadodara | Rs 155330 | Rs 142390 | Rs 116510 |
| Pune | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Nagpur | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Nashik | Rs 155310 | Rs 142370 | Rs 116490 |
| Bangalore | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Bhubaneswar | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Cuttack | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Kerala | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Raipur | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
| Hyderabad | Rs 155280 | Rs 142340 | Rs 116460 |
Expert Insights
Market Analysis: Saumil Gandhi, a commodity analyst at HDFC Securities, indicated that gold began the week on a weak note, reflecting changes in geopolitical and macroeconomic conditions over the weekend. He highlighted the escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has tightened controls and the US has seized an Iranian cargo vessel suspected of attempting to evade sanctions. These events have raised concerns about the stability of the ceasefire and the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran. This uncertainty has impacted energy prices and inflation, bolstering the US dollar while putting pressure on precious metals. Investors are advised to keep an eye on global macroeconomic indicators throughout the week.
Additionally, Kaynat Chainwala, Head of Commodity Research at Kotak Securities, mentioned that market participants will be observing key US economic data, including retail sales, housing statistics, weekly jobless claims, and consumer confidence.