Tamil Nadu
Gold Rate in Coimbatore
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
22K Gold
₹1,35,100
per 10 grams
₹13,510/ gram
₹1,08,080 / 8g • ₹13,51,000 / 100g
24K Gold
₹1,47,380
per 10 grams
₹14,738/ gram
₹1,17,904 / 8g • ₹14,73,800 / 100g
Coimbatore Gold Rate — All Weights
Coimbatore Gold Rate - Per Gram, 8g, 10g, 100g
| Weight | 22K Gold | 24K Gold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | ₹13,510 | ₹14,738 |
| 8 grams | ₹1,08,080 | ₹1,17,904 |
| 10 grams | ₹1,35,100 | ₹1,47,380 |
| 100 grams | ₹13,51,000 | ₹14,73,800 |
Rate per gram - 22K: ₹13,510 | 24K: ₹14,738. Excludes GST & making charges.
Gold Rate in Coimbatore with GST (3%)
Every gold purchase in India attracts 3% GST on the metal value. The prices below show what you actually pay at a Coimbatore jeweller — base rate plus GST — before making charges.
GST is charged at 3% on gold value only. Making charges typically attract 5% GST separately and are not included above.
Gold Market in Coimbatore
Coimbatore is Tamil Nadu's Manchester — a textile and engineering city with deeply embedded savings traditions. Gold occupies a central place in the financial planning of Coimbatore's business families and working class alike. The city's proximity to Kerala, India's highest per-capita gold consumer, means that Coimbatore's gold market has absorbed some of the same intensity of demand characteristic of Malabar gold culture.
Where to Buy Gold in Coimbatore: Key Markets
DB Road and Cross Cut Road in R. S. Puram form Coimbatore's main retail gold belt, hosting a dense mix of large branded chains and long-established family jewellers. Oppanakara Street and Big Bazaar Street in the town-hall area retain traditional gold retail activity and smaller goldsmith workshops. GRT, Lalithaa Jewellery, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold, Kalyan Jewellers, and Bhima all maintain substantial Coimbatore flagships. Peelamedu and Saibaba Colony host additional branded retail, catering to newer residential areas.
Coimbatore Jewellery Styles & Local Preferences
Coimbatore buyers predominantly prefer 22K for jewellery and follow Tamil bridal conventions — Vanki, Oddiyanam, multi-layered Haaram, Jhumkas, and Temple Jewellery with deity motifs. Kasumala (coin chains) and Mango Mala are staples. The city's proximity to Kerala also brings Malayali-style lightweight 22K chains, bangles, and daily-wear sets into active demand. Daily-wear 22K chains and studs are an unusually large share of routine sales, reflecting the savings-oriented buying habits of the city's textile and engineering workforces.
Festive & Seasonal Gold Demand in Coimbatore
Pongal in mid-January is Coimbatore's largest regional festive peak, followed closely by Akshaya Tritiya and Diwali. Varamahalakshmi Vrata in August drives Tamil household demand. The Tamil wedding season runs February–June and September–November. Kovai's large textile and engineering industries create additional, predictable demand cycles tied to bonus payouts and seasonal production peaks. Weekend retail activity is notably higher than in comparable mid-size cities, reflecting the region's steady savings culture.
Buying Gold in Coimbatore: Practical Tips
Coimbatore is one of Tamil Nadu's more competitive markets for 22K jewellery — branded chains regularly run making-charge discount promotions timed to Pongal and Akshaya Tritiya. Compare across at least two branded outlets before larger purchases. BIS hallmark discipline is generally strong, but always verify HUID codes independently on the BIS Care app. For buyers from surrounding towns who travel to Coimbatore for larger purchases, buy-back and exchange policies at branded chains are strongest — clarify the buyback terms in writing at the time of purchase.
This is general guidance. Always verify prices, purity, and jeweller credentials independently before any purchase.
How the Coimbatore Gold Rate Is Determined
The gold rate in Coimbatore is not arbitrarily set. It is derived from a chain that begins with the international spot price, typically quoted in US dollars per troy ounce on the COMEX and LBMA. That dollar figure is converted into Indian rupees per 10 grams using the prevailing USD-INR exchange rate. Customs duty on gold imports and a 3% GST are then layered on top to arrive at a landed domestic price.
Local jewellers' associations in Tamil Nadu — along with wholesale bullion dealers in Coimbatore — announce daily rates that further reflect local transportation costs, dealer margins, and short-term demand conditions. When you shop at a jeweller in Coimbatore, the sticker price you see per gram is this local-adjusted base rate. On top of that, the final invoice adds making charges (typically 8–25% of the gold value, depending on the design), any wastage charges, stone weight (if the piece has diamonds or gemstones), and 3% GST on the total.
Rates can move within the day in response to global price shifts and rupee movements, which is why Coimbatore jewellers often update their sticker prices each morning. For purchases above a few grams, many buyers in Coimbatorecall or check online for the day's quoted rate before visiting the showroom.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gold rate in Coimbatore today?
Today's gold rate in Coimbatore is ₹13,510 per gram for 22K (916 purity) gold and ₹14,738 per gram for 24K (999 purity) gold. These are indicative base rates excluding 3% GST, making charges, and any stone or wastage charges your jeweller may add.
Why does the gold rate in Coimbatore differ from other cities?
Gold rates in Coimbatore can vary slightly from the national average because of local jewellers' association quotes, state-specific levies, transportation costs from import ports, and the concentration of wholesale bullion dealers. The base gold price is set globally, but the landed cost to a Coimbatore retail jeweller is also influenced by supply-chain distance to the nearest bullion hub.
Where can I buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery in Coimbatore?
You can buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery from any registered jeweller in Coimbatore — look for the BIS triangle logo, the purity stamp (916 for 22K or 999 for 24K), and the six-character HUID code etched onto the piece. Verify the HUID on the BIS Care mobile app before paying. Major branded chains and long-established family jewellers in the city typically maintain full BIS compliance.
What is the gold rate in Coimbatore with GST today?
With 3% GST included, today's gold rate in Coimbatore is approximately ₹13,915 per gram for 22K gold and ₹15,180 per gram for 24K gold. On a 10-gram 22K purchase you would pay around ₹1,39,153 inclusive of GST — the GST component alone on that 10 grams is about ₹4,053. Note that making charges, wastage, and stone-setting fees are additional and are also subject to GST (typically 5% on making charges). Always ask your Coimbatore jeweller for a GST-compliant tax invoice that separately lists gold value, making charges, and the GST amount.
How much gold does a typical bridal set cost in Coimbatore?
At today's Coimbatore rate of ₹13,510 per gram for 22K gold, a 50-gram bridal jewellery set would have a base metal value of approximately ₹6,75,500, before making charges (typically 8–25%) and 3% GST. A full traditional bridal trousseau often involves 100 grams or more of 22K gold across multiple pieces, and the overall invoice can be significantly higher once making charges, wastage, and stone components are added.
Is the gold rate in Coimbatore for 22K or 24K?
We publish both 22K (916 purity, used in almost all Indian jewellery) and 24K (999 purity, used in investment coins, bars, and digital gold products) rates for Coimbatore. 22K is the right benchmark if you are shopping for jewellery at a Coimbatore jeweller. 24K is the relevant benchmark if you are buying investment-grade gold coins, bars, Sovereign Gold Bonds, Gold ETFs, or digital gold.