Gold prices continued to remain volatile on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. After witnessing frequent ups and downs in recent trading sessions, gold prices moved higher today. Those planning to buy gold jewellery should check the latest rates before making a purchase.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the futures price of 24-carat gold increased by 0.57% to ₹151,667 per 10 grams. The contract had closed at ₹154,400 per 10 grams during the previous trading session. In the international market, gold was trading at $4,326.90 per ounce.
Gold Price on MCX Today
According to the MCX data, the futures price of 24-carat gold for October 5, 2026 delivery stood at ₹151,667 per 10 grams at 9:10 AM on September 16.
The previous closing price was ₹154,400 per 10 grams. Based on these figures, the stated difference is ₹2,733 per 10 grams.
Gold demand has also increased with the beginning of the festive season in India. With more people looking to purchase gold during this period, prices continue to remain an important factor for buyers.
City-Wise Gold Rates Today
Gold prices can vary from one city to another. The latest rates for 10 grams are as follows:
Delhi
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,320
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,550
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Mumbai
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,170
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,400
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹114,880
Kolkata
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,170
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,400
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹114,880
Chennai
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,170
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,400
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹118,100
Patna
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹114,930
Lucknow
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Meerut
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Ayodhya
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Kanpur
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Varanasi
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Ghaziabad
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Noida
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Gurugram
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Chandigarh
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Jaipur
- 24-Carat Gold: ₹153,220
- 22-Carat Gold: ₹140,450
- 18-Carat Gold: ₹115,030
Check Gold Rates Before Buying
With gold prices changing frequently, buyers should confirm the latest rate in their city before purchasing jewellery. The price of gold jewellery may also depend on factors beyond the quoted gold rate, so checking the applicable rate before completing a purchase is important.