Jump in Gold Rate Today in India on 1st January 2026; Check Latest 22K, 24K, 18K Prices on Happy New Year Day

Gold prices in India opened the New Year 2026 on a slightly positive note after witnessing a sharp correction toward the end of 2025. On 1 January 2026, the price of 24 Karat gold stood at Rs 13,506 per gram, registering a modest rise of Rs 17 compared to the previous day. Similarly, 22 Karat gold was priced at Rs 12,380 per gram, up by Rs 15 from 31 December 2025.

This marginal uptick comes after a steep fall in gold prices over the final three trading days of 2025. During this period, 24 Karat gold saw a cumulative drop of around Rs 75,300 per 100 grams.

Gold Rate in India on New Year Day: Check Latest 22K, 24K & 18K Gold Prices Per Gm on 1st January 2026

24 Karat Gold Rate Today

The price of 24 Karat gold on January 1, 2026 stands at Rs 13,506 per gram today, up by Rs 17 from yesterday's level of Rs 13,489. For small purchases, 8 grams of 24 Karat gold is priced at Rs 1,08,048, reflecting an increase of Rs 136. Buyers opting for 10 grams will pay Rs 1,35,060, which is Rs 170 higher than the previous day. On a bulk basis, 100 grams of 24 Karat gold now costs Rs 13,50,600, marking a rise of Rs 1,700.

22 Karat Gold Rate Today

The rate for 22 Karat gold today is Rs 12,380 per gram, higher by Rs 15 compared to yesterday's Rs 12,365. An 8 gram quantity of 22K on New Year is priced at Rs 99,040, up by Rs 120, while 10 grams costs Rs 1,23,800, showing a gain of Rs 150. For bulk buyers, 100 grams of 22 Karat gold is available at Rs 12,38,000, an increase of Rs 1,500 from the previous session.

18 Karat Gold Rate Today

18 Karat gold rate today stands at Rs 10,129 per gram, up by Rs 12 from Rs 10,117 yesterday. For 8 grams of 18K on 1st January 2026, buyers now pay Rs 81,032, which is Rs 96 higher. A 10 gram purchase costs Rs 1,01,290, reflecting an increase of Rs 120, while 100 grams of 18 Karat gold is priced at Rs 10,12,900, up by Rs 1,200.

Will Gold & Silver Prices Fall Further?

"Gold could consolidate or decline slightly, while silver would likely underperform due to weaker industrial demand and higher downside sensitivity...............A correction in precious metals would not necessarily be a bad thing after such a sustained and strong performance. A pullback driven by temporary optimism around growth or rates could make both metals more attractive and create opportunities for investors by resetting valuations, " said Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operations Lead, VT Markets

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