Gold and Silver Prices in India Today, 27 August 2026: Gold at ₹159,430, Silver at ₹240,910 Ahead of Rakhi Tomorrow
Gold and silver rates today in India, 27 August 2026. 24K gold trades at ₹159,430 per 10g and silver at ₹240,910 per kg, holding roughly steady ahead of Rakhi shopping tomorrow. Check city wise rates and MCX data below.
24K gold is trading at ₹159,430 per 10 grams today, little changed from yesterday. Silver is at ₹240,910 per kilogram, also roughly steady. MCX gold slipped 0.40% to ₹159,023 per 10g after swinging between ₹156,692 and ₹160,898 during the day, while MCX silver was nearly flat, up just 0.03% to ₹239,700 per kg. Comex gold and silver were both little changed, up 0.04% and 0.59% respectively, and today's wide intraday swing in gold shows some indecision after last week's sharp rally. With Raksha Bandhan tomorrow, many buyers are watching these rates closely for last minute gifting.
City Wise Gold and Silver Rate Today in India, 27 August 2026
| City | 22K Gold (per 10g) | 24K Gold (per 10g) | Silver (per kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Mumbai | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Chennai | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Hyderabad | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Bengaluru | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Kolkata | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Pune | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Lucknow | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
| Jaipur | ₹146,144 | ₹159,430 | ₹240,910 |
Note: These rates are indicative. Jewellery prices add making charges and GST on top. Chennai typically carries a small premium over other cities.
Muskaan Kapoor
Gold Price Today: What Changed
24K gold is at ₹159,430 per 10g today, almost unchanged from yesterday. On MCX, gold is at ₹159,023 per 10g, down ₹640, or 0.40%. The session swung widely, between a high of ₹160,898 and a low of ₹156,692. Comex gold is at $4,655.10 an ounce, up just 0.04% on the day.
Gold is down slightly over the past week but still holds a strong gain of more than 12% over the past month.
| Period | Price (₹/10g) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 159,430 | — |
| 1 Day Ago | 159,400 | 🟢▲ +0.02% |
| 1 Week Ago | 159,870 | 🔴▼ -0.28% |
| 1 Month Ago | 142,250 | 🟢▲ +12.08% |
| 1 Year Ago | 101,620 | 🟢▲ +56.89% |
Silver Rate Today: What Changed
Silver is at ₹240,910 per kg today. On MCX, silver is at ₹239,700 per kg, up just ₹62, or 0.03%. The session high was ₹242,999 and the low was ₹236,878, a wide range for such a small net move. Comex silver is at $68.43 an ounce, up 0.59% on the day.
Silver is down more than 1.4% over the past week but remains sharply higher over the month and year.
| Period | Price (₹/kg) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 240,910 | — |
| 1 Day Ago | 240,200 | 🟢▲ +0.30% |
| 1 Week Ago | 244,410 | 🔴▼ -1.43% |
| 1 Month Ago | 216,480 | 🟢▲ +11.29% |
| 1 Year Ago | 116,220 | 🟢▲ +107.29% |
MCX Gold and Silver Rate Today
Gold Futures
| Metal | MCX Price | Change | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold (₹/10g) | 159,023 | 🔴▼ -640.00 (-0.40%) | 160,898 | 156,692 |
| Comex Gold ($/oz) | 4,655.10 | 🟢▲ +1.80 (+0.04%) | 4,697.70 | 4,647.20 |
Silver Futures
| Metal | MCX Price | Change | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver (₹/kg) | 239,700 | 🟢▲ +62.00 (+0.03%) | 242,999 | 236,878 |
| Comex Silver ($/oz) | 68.43 | 🟢▲ +0.40 (+0.59%) | 69.55 | 68.09 |
Source: Bullions.co.in, last updated 27 August 2026, 14:10 IST.
MCX gold swung more than 2.5% between its session high and low before settling only slightly lower, showing real indecision after last week's rally. Silver saw a similarly wide swing but ended almost exactly where it started. Both metals look like they are consolidating for now rather than picking a clear new direction.
Key Reasons Behind Today's Price Move
Here is what is driving prices today:
- MCX Gold Swings Widely: MCX gold moved between ₹156,692 and ₹160,898 during the day before settling 0.40% lower, showing indecision after last week's rally.
- Comex Gold Holds Nearly Flat: Gold on Comex added just 0.04% to $4,655.10 an ounce, a quiet session compared with recent moves.
- MCX Silver Also Swings but Ends Flat: MCX silver ranged between ₹236,878 and ₹242,999 before closing almost unchanged, up 0.03%.
- Comex Silver Adds 0.59%: Silver on Comex gained slightly more than gold today, though still a modest move.
- Weekly Trend Turns Slightly Lower: Both metals are down marginally over the past week even as they remain sharply higher over the month.
- Rakhi Demand Adds Interest: With Raksha Bandhan tomorrow, gold and silver gift items such as coins and small jewellery are seeing extra buyer attention today.
FAQs
Why did gold and silver swing so much today without a big net change?
Both metals moved sharply between their session highs and lows before settling close to where they started, showing indecision after last week's rally. MCX gold ranged more than 2.5% during the day before closing just 0.40% lower.
Why are gold and silver both slightly lower this week?
Gold is down 0.28% and silver is down 1.43% over the past week, a pause after their sharp rally to record highs. Both metals remain sharply higher over the month and year despite this weekly dip.
Is this a good time to buy given the choppy trading today?
Today's wide swings with little net change suggest the market is digesting last week's rally rather than starting a new trend. Spreading purchases across a few sessions is a safer approach than buying all at once in choppy conditions.
Is today a good day to buy gold or silver for Rakhi gifts tomorrow?
Prices are holding roughly steady today, so buyers picking up gold coins or silver gift items for Raksha Bandhan tomorrow are not facing a sudden price jump. It is still worth comparing rates across a couple of nearby jewellers before buying, since making charges can vary.
