41.7% Pure · BIS 417
10K Gold Rate Today
Saturday, 25 April 2026 · National Average
Per Gram
₹6,239
10K · excl. GST
Per 10 Grams
₹62,390
10K · excl. GST
Per Gram + GST
₹6,426
incl. 3% GST
10K Gold Rate — All Weights
National average. City rates vary — see table below. Excludes making charges.
10K Gold Rate Across Major Indian Cities
City rates reflect local jewellers' association quotes and logistics premiums over the national base.
What is 10K Gold?
10 karat gold is 41.7% pure gold (417 parts per thousand) — the minimum legal standard for gold jewellery sold in the United States. It contains more alloy than gold, which gives it exceptional hardness and scratch resistance but a significantly muted yellow colour compared to higher-karat pieces. The BIS fineness code for 10K is 417. In India, 10K gold is extremely rare in the retail market — Indian consumers and jewellers strongly prefer 22K (and to a lesser extent 18K), and there is no significant domestic production of 10K jewellery. Where you encounter 10K in India is almost exclusively through pieces purchased abroad by NRI buyers or through some fashion and costume jewellery imports.
Uses of 10K Gold in India
10K gold's primary market is the United States, where it is widely used for fashion jewellery, college rings, class rings, sports championship rings, and affordable everyday pieces. Its high hardness (from the dominant alloy content) makes it extremely durable for pieces that are worn constantly and subjected to rough use. In India, 10K has no meaningful manufacturing base and very limited retail availability. If you are purchasing 10K gold for wear purposes, its durability is its key advantage — and its affordability per gram is the highest among all BIS-recognised gold purities. For investment purposes in India, 10K gold is not a suitable vehicle — the resale markup and limited buyer base domestically make it a poor store of value in the Indian context.
Buying 10K Gold: Practical Tips
If you are buying 10K gold in India (most likely imported or NRI-gifted pieces), get independent assay verification since domestic hallmarking of 10K is not common practice. Understand that Indian jewellers will typically exchange or buy back 10K gold at a significant discount to the spot rate shown here, because they must re-melt and re-alloy at their preferred 22K or 18K standards — the conversion cost is their margin. For NRI buyers shopping in the US and considering bringing 10K pieces to India, factor in customs duty and the lower resale value before purchasing. 10K's main utility in India is as a wearable purchase, not an investment.
This is general guidance. Always verify prices, purity, and jeweller credentials independently before any purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 10K gold rate today in India?
Today's 10K gold rate in India is approximately ₹6,239 per gram (national average). On a 10-gram basis, that is ₹62,390. This is the base rate before 3% GST and making charges. City-specific rates vary slightly based on local jewellers' association quotes, transportation costs, and local demand — check the city table above for your location.
What is 10K gold purity?
10K gold is 41.7% pure, meaning it contains 417 parts of gold per 1,000 parts of total metal. The remaining 583 parts are alloying metals (typically copper, silver, or palladium depending on the colour and application). The BIS hallmark fineness code for 10K gold in India is 417.
What is the 10K gold price with GST today?
With 3% GST applied, today's 10K gold rate is approximately ₹6,426 per gram. On 10 grams, the GST-inclusive price is ₹64,262. Note that making charges are additional and also attract GST (typically 5% on making charges). Always ask your jeweller for a detailed invoice showing gold value, making charge, and the GST amounts separately.
How is the 10K gold rate calculated from the 24K rate?
The 10K rate is derived directly from the 24K (999 purity) national base rate using the purity ratio: 10K rate = 24K rate × (417 ÷ 1000). Since 10K gold is 41.7% pure, you pay for exactly that fraction of the 24K price. The 24K rate itself is derived from the international LBMA spot price converted at the prevailing USD-INR exchange rate, plus customs duty.
Is 10K gold BIS hallmarked in India?
Yes. 10K (417 fineness) is a recognised purity standard under the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) hallmarking scheme. When buying 10K gold jewellery, look for the BIS hallmark triangle, the 417 fineness code, and the six-character HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) code etched on the piece. Verify the HUID on the BIS Care mobile app before completing any purchase.
Which karat of gold is best to buy in India?
The right karat depends on your purpose. For traditional jewellery and bridal sets: 22K (916) is the Indian standard, offering the best colour and the strongest resale liquidity. For diamond-studded and contemporary jewellery: 18K (750) is preferred because its hardness holds stones better. For pure investment: 24K (999) coins and bars, or Gold ETFs and Sovereign Gold Bonds, are the most efficient. 10K occupies a more niche position — see the editorial above for its specific use cases.