Gold and Silver Prices in India Today, 8 October 2026: Gold at ₹149,480, Silver at ₹221,100 as Silver Slides
Gold and silver rates today in India, 8 October 2026. 24K gold is at ₹149,480 per 10g, up slightly, while silver falls 1.12% to ₹221,100 per kg. Check city-wise rates and MCX data below.
Gold and silver moved in opposite directions today. 24K gold is at ₹149,480 per 10 grams, up ₹210 or 0.14% on the day. Silver 999 is at ₹221,100 per kg, down ₹2,500 or 1.12%.
Gold edged up while silver fell more than 1%.
City-Wise Gold and Silver Rate Today in India, 8 October 2026
| City | 24K Gold (per 10g) | 22K Gold (per 10g) | Silver 999 (per kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Mumbai | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Kolkata | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Chennai | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Bangalore | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Hyderabad | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Pune | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Surat | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
| Jaipur | ₹149,480 | ₹137,023 | ₹221,100 |
Source: bullions.co.in, last updated 8 October 2026, 18:10 IST. National bullion rate shown for each city. Local jeweller prices vary with state taxes, logistics, making charges and GST.
Muskaan Kapoor
Have Gold and Silver Prices Risen Today?
Gold has, slightly. Silver has not. Both are now lower than a week ago.
| Period | 24K Gold (₹/10g) | Change | Silver 999 (₹/kg) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day Ago (7 Oct) | 149,270 | 🟢▲ +0.14% | 223,600 | 🔴▼ -1.12% |
| 1 Week Ago (1 Oct) | 150,540 | 🔴▼ -0.70% | 226,570 | 🔴▼ -2.41% |
| 1 Month Ago (8 Sep) | 153,150 | 🔴▼ -2.40% | 239,130 | 🔴▼ -7.54% |
| 1 Year Ago (8 Oct 2025) | 123,430 | 🟢▲ +21.11% | 150,100 | 🟢▲ +47.30% |
Gold Price Today: What It Means for Buyers
22K gold, the purity used for most jewellery, is at ₹137,023 per 10g. One gram of 24K costs ₹14,948. One gram of 22K costs ₹13,702.
24K gold is 2.40% below its 8 September level of ₹153,150. It is down 0.70% on the week and up 21.11% over a year.
Silver Rate Today and Weekly Trend
Silver is down 2.41% on the week, more than three times gold's weekly fall.
Silver is down 7.54% from ₹239,130 a month ago. Over a year it is still up 47.30%.
MCX Gold and Silver Rate Today
MCX was still trading at the time of the snapshot. These are last-traded prices at 18:10 IST, not closing prices.
| Contract | Last Traded | Change | High | Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCX Gold (₹/10g) | 149,320 | 🟢▲ +217 (+0.15%) | 149,900 | 148,905 |
| MCX Silver (₹/kg) | 220,854 | 🔴▼ -2,707 (-1.21%) | 224,652 | 220,019 |
MCX silver is trading near its session low of ₹220,019.
Key Factors Driving Prices This Week
- Comex silver down 1.81%: Silver is at $59.21 an ounce, trading between $58.73 and $60.84.
- Comex gold up 0.38%: Gold is at $4,156.30 an ounce, trading between $4,128.10 and $4,166.80.
- Dollar and yields: bullions.co.in reported that a strong dollar and higher yields are pressuring silver.
- Weekly turn lower: both metals are now below last Thursday's levels.
Buying Tips
- Check the BIS hallmark and six-digit HUID on any jewellery you buy.
- Ask for making charges and GST as separate lines. They are added on top of the rates above.
- Silver has fallen 7.54% in a month. Spreading purchases across a few sessions reduces timing risk while it stays volatile.
FAQs
What is the gold rate in India today, 8 October 2026?
24K gold is ₹149,480 per 10 grams and 22K gold is ₹137,023 per 10 grams, according to bullions.co.in at 18:10 IST. That is 0.14% higher than yesterday.
What is the silver rate in India today, 8 October 2026?
Silver 999 is ₹221,100 per kg, down 1.12% on the day. It is 2.41% lower than a week ago.
Why is silver falling while gold is steady?
Comex silver is down 1.81% while Comex gold is up 0.38%. bullions.co.in reported that a strong dollar and higher yields are pressuring silver.
