Gold and Silver Prices in India Today, 6 August 2026: Gold at ₹149,750, Silver at ₹228,220 as Comex Rallies
Gold and silver rates today in India, 6 August 2026. 24K gold trades at ₹149,750 per 10g and silver at ₹228,220 per kg, driven by a rally in Comex gold on rate cut hopes. Check city wise rates and MCX data below.
24K gold is trading at ₹149,750 per 10 grams today. Silver stands at ₹228,220 per kilogram. MCX gold rose 0.76% to ₹149,620 per 10g, while MCX silver slipped 0.06% to ₹227,459 per kg. Comex gold jumped 0.61% to $4,331.30 an ounce, and the main trigger today is renewed hope of a US rate cut, which pulled gold higher across markets.
City Wise Gold and Silver Rate Today in India, 6 August 2026
| City | 22K Gold (per 10g) | 24K Gold (per 10g) | Silver (per kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Mumbai | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Chennai | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Hyderabad | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Bengaluru | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Kolkata | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Pune | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Lucknow | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
| Jaipur | ₹137,271 | ₹149,750 | ₹228,220 |
Note: These rates are indicative. Jewellery prices add making charges and GST on top. Chennai typically carries a small premium over other cities.
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Gold Price Today: What Changed
24K gold is at ₹149,750 per 10g today. On MCX, gold is at ₹149,620 per 10g, up ₹1,127, or 0.76%. The session high was ₹149,700 and the low was ₹148,900. Comex gold is at $4,331.30 an ounce, up 0.61% on the day.
Gold has now gained for four straight comparison periods. It is up sharply over the past year, helped by steady festive and investment demand along with global rate cut expectations.
| Period | Price (₹/10g) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 149,750 | — |
| 1 Day Ago | 148,780 | 🟢▲ +0.65% |
| 1 Week Ago | 144,080 | 🟢▲ +3.94% |
| 1 Month Ago | 145,870 | 🟢▲ +2.66% |
| 1 Year Ago | 101,360 | 🟢▲ +47.74% |
Silver Rate Today: What Changed
Silver is at ₹228,220 per kg today. On MCX, silver is at ₹227,459 per kg, down ₹125, or 0.06%. The session high was ₹228,397 and the low was ₹225,950. Comex silver is at $62.10 an ounce, down 0.31% on the day.
Silver is nearly flat compared with yesterday and down slightly over the past month, but it remains far higher than a year ago.
| Period | Price (₹/kg) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 228,220 | — |
| 1 Day Ago | 228,350 | 🔴▼ -0.06% |
| 1 Week Ago | 220,520 | 🟢▲ +3.49% |
| 1 Month Ago | 231,060 | 🔴▼ -1.23% |
| 1 Year Ago | 114,050 | 🟢▲ +100.11% |
MCX Gold and Silver Rate Today
Gold Futures
| Metal | MCX Price | Change | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold (₹/10g) | 149,620 | 🟢▲ +1,127.00 (+0.76%) | 149,700 | 148,900 |
| Comex Gold ($/oz) | 4,331.30 | 🟢▲ +26.10 (+0.61%) | 4,363.70 | 4,304.90 |
Silver Futures
| Metal | MCX Price | Change | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver (₹/kg) | 227,459 | 🔴▼ -125.00 (-0.06%) | 228,397 | 225,950 |
| Comex Silver ($/oz) | 62.10 | 🔴▼ -0.19 (-0.31%) | 63.32 | 61.72 |
Source: Bullions.co.in, last updated 6 August 2026, 14:25 IST.
MCX gold is holding close to its session high, which points to steady buying interest. Silver is trading in a narrow range and looks like it is pausing after recent gains. Traders will likely watch Comex moves tonight for the next cue.
Key Reasons Behind Today's Price Move
Here is what is driving prices today:
- Comex Gold Rallies 0.61%: Gold on Comex rose to $4,331.30 an ounce on fresh hopes of a US rate cut.
- MCX Gold Tracks Comex Gains: MCX gold moved up by a similar 0.76% to ₹149,620 per 10g, mirroring the international rally.
- Comex Silver Slips 0.31%: Comex silver eased slightly, which kept MCX silver flat to lower for the day.
- Rupee Stays Weak: A softer rupee added a little more to the rise in rupee-denominated gold prices.
- Retail Silver Tracks MCX Closely: Retail silver in India stayed close to MCX levels, with only a small lag today.
Should You Buy Gold or Silver Now
Gold is up nearly 48% over the past year and about 2.66% over the past month. Silver is up 100% over the year but down about 1.23% over the month. This shows gold is on a steady uptrend, while silver has cooled off slightly after a strong run.
For buyers, today's level is not unusually high compared with the past month, so it is not a bad entry point. But prices can move quickly on global cues, so timing the exact bottom is hard.
A practical approach is to buy in smaller batches over a few weeks rather than in one go. This spreads out the risk if prices swing either way in the near term. Buying for festive or wedding needs can continue as planned, since waiting for a big dip is not guaranteed to pay off.
Whatever you buy, check for a BIS hallmark with a six digit HUID number on gold jewellery. For silver, look for a 999 or 925 purity mark before you pay.
FAQs
Why did gold prices rise in India today, 6 August 2026?
Gold rose mainly because Comex gold rallied on hopes of a US rate cut. MCX gold followed with a similar 0.76% gain, and a weaker rupee added a little more to the rise.
Why did MCX gold rise while MCX silver stayed flat today?
Comex gold gained more than Comex silver today, so the two metals moved apart. Silver often lags gold during short rallies, which is why MCX silver barely moved while gold rose sharply.
Is now a good time to buy gold given the recent rally?
Gold is up sharply over the past year but only up modestly over the past month, so today's price is not far from recent levels. Buying in smaller batches over the next few weeks is a safer approach than buying all at once.
