Kerala
Gold Rate in Kozhikode
Saturday, 25 April 2026
22K Gold
₹1,37,560
per 10 grams
₹13,756/ gram
₹1,10,048 / 8g • ₹13,75,600 / 100g
24K Gold
₹1,50,070
per 10 grams
₹15,007/ gram
₹1,20,056 / 8g • ₹15,00,700 / 100g
Kozhikode Gold Rate — All Weights
Kozhikode Gold Rate - Per Gram, 8g, 10g, 100g
| Weight | 22K Gold | 24K Gold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | ₹13,756 | ₹15,007 |
| 8 grams | ₹1,10,048 | ₹1,20,056 |
| 10 grams | ₹1,37,560 | ₹1,50,070 |
| 100 grams | ₹13,75,600 | ₹15,00,700 |
Rate per gram - 22K: ₹13,756 | 24K: ₹15,007. Excludes GST & making charges.
Gold Rate in Kozhikode 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 Kozhikode 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 Kozhikode
Kozhikode — known to the world as Calicut — carries gold in its very identity. This was the port where Arab, Chinese, and European traders converged during the spice-trade era, and the merchant families who thrived through those centuries translated their accumulated wealth into a gold-buying culture that remains extraordinarily intense today. Kozhikode is the commercial capital of Malabar — North Kerala — and its gold market is both a reflection of local tradition and a financial lifeline for the large number of Gulf-based NRI families who remit wealth back to the city in the form of jewellery and gold savings.
Where to Buy Gold in Kozhikode: Key Markets
Mittai Theruvu (Sweet Street) and the surrounding SM Street area in the old city form Kozhikode's traditional jewellery hub — generations-old shops operating alongside modern branded outlets in the same narrow lanes. Big Bazaar Road and Mavoor Road concentrate the mid-market and branded retail footprint, with Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, Joyalukkas, and Jos Alukkas all maintaining flagship stores here. Malabar Gold itself was founded in Kozhikode in 1993 and has its roots in this city, which speaks to the market's depth and pedigree. Palayam and West Hill serve the city's growing suburban residential base. Beach Road luxury showrooms cater to premium buyers and NRI visitors.
Kozhikode Jewellery Styles & Local Preferences
Malabar bridal gold in Kozhikode follows Malayali conventions — Kasumala (coin chain), Manga Mala, Palakka Mala, multi-layered long Haaram, Vanki armlets, and heavy Kadas, almost exclusively in 22K (916) — but with a distinctive Malabar sensibility that leans toward heavier, more elaborate forms compared to central Kerala. Gulf NRI influence brings demand for contemporary 18K and light diamond jewellery alongside traditional pieces. The 'pavan' (8 grams) remains the standard unit of measure; asking a Kozhikode jeweller to price a set "in pavans" is perfectly normal and expected.
Festive & Seasonal Gold Demand in Kozhikode
Gold buying in Kozhikode is unusually continuous and spread through the year — the Gulf connection means that returning NRI workers during Ramadan, Onam, Eid, and Vishu each trigger demand pulses that many other cities never experience. Onam in August–September is the single largest festive peak domestically. Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha are significant buying occasions given Kozhikode's substantial Muslim population, many of whom have Gulf employment ties. Vishu in April is another important Hindu buying day. The Malabar wedding season concentrates January–May, with Gulf workers typically timing marriages to coincide with their annual leave.
Buying Gold in Kozhikode: Practical Tips
Kozhikode's NRI buyer base has driven strong BIS hallmark discipline — nearly all major showrooms now operate with full HUID compliance and transparent GST billing, and the market is accustomed to buyers who check documentation carefully. When buying for NRI export, ask specifically for export-compliant GST invoicing with full HSN codes and your passport details, as this enables smoother customs processing. Malabar jewellers are often willing to negotiate making charges on larger purchases — particularly for heavy bridal sets of 50 grams or more — but making charges on filigree and hand-set temple jewellery are less negotiable given the craftsmanship involved. Always verify HUID codes on the BIS Care app before leaving the shop.
This is general guidance. Always verify prices, purity, and jeweller credentials independently before any purchase.
How the Kozhikode Gold Rate Is Determined
The gold rate in Kozhikode 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 Kerala — along with wholesale bullion dealers in Kozhikode — announce daily rates that further reflect local transportation costs, dealer margins, and short-term demand conditions. When you shop at a jeweller in Kozhikode, 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 Kozhikode jewellers often update their sticker prices each morning. For purchases above a few grams, many buyers in Kozhikodecall 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 Kozhikode today?
Today's gold rate in Kozhikode is ₹13,756 per gram for 22K (916 purity) gold and ₹15,007 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 Kozhikode differ from other cities?
Gold rates in Kozhikode 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 Kozhikode retail jeweller is also influenced by supply-chain distance to the nearest bullion hub.
Where can I buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery in Kozhikode?
You can buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery from any registered jeweller in Kozhikode — 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 Kozhikode with GST today?
With 3% GST included, today's gold rate in Kozhikode is approximately ₹14,169 per gram for 22K gold and ₹15,457 per gram for 24K gold. On a 10-gram 22K purchase you would pay around ₹1,41,687 inclusive of GST — the GST component alone on that 10 grams is about ₹4,127. 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 Kozhikode 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 Kozhikode?
At today's Kozhikode rate of ₹13,756 per gram for 22K gold, a 50-gram bridal jewellery set would have a base metal value of approximately ₹6,87,800, 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 Kozhikode 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 Kozhikode. 22K is the right benchmark if you are shopping for jewellery at a Kozhikode jeweller. 24K is the relevant benchmark if you are buying investment-grade gold coins, bars, Sovereign Gold Bonds, Gold ETFs, or digital gold.