Uttar Pradesh
Gold Rate in Lucknow
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
22K Gold
₹1,34,720
per 10 grams
₹13,472/ gram
₹1,07,776 / 8g • ₹13,47,200 / 100g
24K Gold
₹1,46,960
per 10 grams
₹14,696/ gram
₹1,17,568 / 8g • ₹14,69,600 / 100g
Lucknow Gold Rate — All Weights
Lucknow Gold Rate - Per Gram, 8g, 10g, 100g
| Weight | 22K Gold | 24K Gold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | ₹13,472 | ₹14,696 |
| 8 grams | ₹1,07,776 | ₹1,17,568 |
| 10 grams | ₹1,34,720 | ₹1,46,960 |
| 100 grams | ₹13,47,200 | ₹14,69,600 |
Rate per gram - 22K: ₹13,472 | 24K: ₹14,696. Excludes GST & making charges.
Gold Rate in Lucknow 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow
Lucknow's gold market carries the quiet elegance of its Nawabi heritage. The old-city markets around Chowk and Aminabad are home to established jewellery families who have been crafting gold for generations, specialising in the fine, lightweight ornamental style typical of Awadhi goldsmithing. Unlike heavier Rajasthani or South Indian bridal styles, Lucknow jewellery favours delicate floral motifs and intricate filigree — a style prized by Lucknow's refined, literature-loving culture.
Where to Buy Gold in Lucknow: Key Markets
Chowk and Aminabad are the traditional gold belts — narrow lanes with long-standing family jewellers, many of whom have served the city for over a century. Hazratganj is the modern central shopping district, hosting mid-market and premium jewellery showrooms. Gomti Nagar, Indira Nagar, and Alambagh round out the newer retail geography, with Tanishq, PC Jeweller, Malabar Gold, and local chain Chandukaka Saraf running flagship stores. Bhootnath Market is a rising secondary retail destination.
Lucknow Jewellery Styles & Local Preferences
Awadhi goldsmithing is known for its refined lightness — delicate Jhumkis, filigreed Chaand Balis, intricate Nath nose rings, and subtle floral-motif necklaces in 22K gold. The Lucknow bridal set typically incorporates lighter forms than North Indian norms, often paired with pearls and uncut stones. The city's predominantly government-employee buyer base also drives a steady parallel market for smaller 22K daily-wear chains, studs, and bangles rather than heavy bridal trousseaus.
Festive & Seasonal Gold Demand in Lucknow
Eid, particularly Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha, is a significant gold-buying occasion in Lucknow given the city's substantial Muslim population. Karva Chauth in October–November, Dhanteras, Diwali, and Akshaya Tritiya drive the broader calendar peaks. Navratri and Durga Puja are also marked by festive jewellery purchases. The Lucknow wedding season runs November–February with a smaller April–May window, and government salary cycles and pension disbursements create identifiable micro-peaks.
Buying Gold in Lucknow: Practical Tips
Chowk and Aminabad jewellers often offer the most competitive making charges for filigree and hand-finished work, but first-time buyers should stick to shops with clearly displayed BIS Registration certification. Branded showrooms in Hazratganj and Gomti Nagar provide standardised GST billing and comprehensive buyback policies. Always verify the HUID on each piece; for older family-jeweller purchases where HUID wasn't historically applied, ask for an independent BIS assay report if you plan to resell later.
This is general guidance. Always verify prices, purity, and jeweller credentials independently before any purchase.
How the Lucknow Gold Rate Is Determined
The gold rate in Lucknow 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 Uttar Pradesh — along with wholesale bullion dealers in Lucknow — announce daily rates that further reflect local transportation costs, dealer margins, and short-term demand conditions. When you shop at a jeweller in Lucknow, 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 Lucknow jewellers often update their sticker prices each morning. For purchases above a few grams, many buyers in Lucknowcall 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 Lucknow today?
Today's gold rate in Lucknow is ₹13,472 per gram for 22K (916 purity) gold and ₹14,696 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 Lucknow differ from other cities?
Gold rates in Lucknow 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 Lucknow retail jeweller is also influenced by supply-chain distance to the nearest bullion hub.
Where can I buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery in Lucknow?
You can buy BIS-hallmarked gold jewellery from any registered jeweller in Lucknow — 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 Lucknow with GST today?
With 3% GST included, today's gold rate in Lucknow is approximately ₹13,876 per gram for 22K gold and ₹15,137 per gram for 24K gold. On a 10-gram 22K purchase you would pay around ₹1,38,762 inclusive of GST — the GST component alone on that 10 grams is about ₹4,042. 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow?
At today's Lucknow rate of ₹13,472 per gram for 22K gold, a 50-gram bridal jewellery set would have a base metal value of approximately ₹6,73,600, 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow. 22K is the right benchmark if you are shopping for jewellery at a Lucknow jeweller. 24K is the relevant benchmark if you are buying investment-grade gold coins, bars, Sovereign Gold Bonds, Gold ETFs, or digital gold.