87.5% Pure · BIS 875
21K Gold Rate Today
Saturday, 25 April 2026 · National Average
Per Gram
₹13,102
21K · excl. GST
Per 10 Grams
₹1,31,020
21K · excl. GST
Per Gram + GST
₹13,495
incl. 3% GST
21K Gold Rate — All Weights
National average. City rates vary — see table below. Excludes making charges.
21K Gold Rate Across Major Indian Cities
City rates reflect local jewellers' association quotes and logistics premiums over the national base.
What is 21K Gold?
21 karat gold contains 87.5% pure gold (875 parts per thousand) and 12.5% alloying metals. The BIS purity code for 21K is 875. While 21K is relatively uncommon in the mainstream Indian domestic jewellery market — which strongly prefers 22K (916) — it occupies a well-defined niche: the Gulf gold market. Countries like Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and parts of the UAE have historically traded in 21K gold alongside 22K and 24K, and a significant proportion of gold jewellery brought back by Indian NRI workers from Gulf postings is in 21K purity. This creates steady demand in port cities and NRI-heavy markets like Kochi, Kozhikode, Surat, and Ahmedabad, where jewellers frequently assay, exchange, and re-melt 21K pieces. The price per gram for 21K gold is proportionally derived from the 24K rate — at any given moment, 21K is approximately 87.5% of the 24K price.
Uses of 21K Gold in India
In India, 21K gold is primarily encountered through NRI purchases and gifts from Gulf-based relatives rather than as a domestic jewellery production standard. Some jewellers in Kerala, Gujarat, and the Andhra coast — states with strong Gulf migration links — do stock 21K pieces to service this market. Antique or heirloom pieces in Indian collections occasionally test at 21K purity, reflecting older manufacturing standards or Gulf provenance. A small number of coin formats internationally (particularly older sovereigns and some Gulf government-minted pieces) are in 21K or 875 purity. For most domestic Indian jewellery purposes, 22K is the preferred and more liquid standard.
Buying 21K Gold: Practical Tips
If you are buying 21K jewellery in India — often sourced from Gulf markets — insist on BIS hallmark verification or an independent assay before purchase, as the Indian domestic supply of 21K pieces is not as standardised as 22K. When converting Gulf-purchased 21K gold at an Indian jeweller (for exchange or re-sale), understand that the jeweller will value it at the prevailing 21K rate (approximately 87.5/91.6 of the 22K rate), and will charge an assaying or melting fee. Resale liquidity for 21K is lower than 22K in the Indian market, so buyers should treat 21K primarily as a consumption purchase rather than an investment format.
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 21K gold rate today in India?
Today's 21K gold rate in India is approximately ₹13,102 per gram (national average). On a 10-gram basis, that is ₹1,31,020. 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 21K gold purity?
21K gold is 87.5% pure, meaning it contains 875 parts of gold per 1,000 parts of total metal. The remaining 125 parts are alloying metals (typically copper, silver, or palladium depending on the colour and application). The BIS hallmark fineness code for 21K gold in India is 875.
What is the 21K gold price with GST today?
With 3% GST applied, today's 21K gold rate is approximately ₹13,495 per gram. On 10 grams, the GST-inclusive price is ₹1,34,951. 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 21K gold rate calculated from the 24K rate?
The 21K rate is derived directly from the 24K (999 purity) national base rate using the purity ratio: 21K rate = 24K rate × (875 ÷ 1000). Since 21K gold is 87.5% 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 21K gold BIS hallmarked in India?
Yes. 21K (875 fineness) is a recognised purity standard under the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) hallmarking scheme. When buying 21K gold jewellery, look for the BIS hallmark triangle, the 875 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. 21K occupies a more niche position — see the editorial above for its specific use cases.