Gold Rate in India Rebounds, MCX Prices Up; Will Gold Price Today Rise on 20 April After Akshaya Tritiya?

After the festive buying momentum of Akshaya Tritiya, gold prices in India witnessed a fresh uptick at the latest trading session, reversing the brief dip seen in the previous session. The recovery comes as demand for the yellow metal remains strong around this auspicious period, with buyers continuing purchases even after the peak festival rush.

Gold Rate in India: Check Latest 22K, 24K & 18K Gold Prices Per Gram

In the latest trading session, 24 Karat (24K) gold rose to Rs 15,578 per gram, gaining Rs 81, while 22 Karat (22K) gold moved up to Rs 14,280 per gram, up Rs 75.

24 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

On a per gram basis, 24K gold is currently priced at Rs 15,578, compared to Rs 15,497 in the previous session, indicating a steady recovery. For 8 grams, the rate has climbed to Rs 1,24,624, reflecting a gain of Rs 648, while 10 grams is priced at Rs 1,55,780, up Rs 810. On a bulk level, 100 grams of 24K gold is now valued at Rs 15,57,800, marking an increase of Rs 8,100.

22 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

Similarly, 22K gold prices have also moved higher, with the per gram rate increasing to Rs 14,280 from Rs 14,205 in the previous session. For 8 grams, the price stands at Rs 1,14,240, up by Rs 600, while 10 grams is priced at Rs 1,42,800, reflecting a gain of Rs 750. On a larger scale, 100 grams of 22K gold has risen to Rs 14,28,000, showing an increase of Rs 7,500.

18 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

Gold prices across lower purity levels have also followed the upward trend. The rate of 18K gold increased to Rs 11,684 per gram, registering a gain of Rs 61. For 8 grams, the price stands at Rs 93,472, while 10 grams is priced at Rs 1,16,840, up by Rs 610. On a bulk basis, 100 grams of 18K gold has climbed to Rs 11,68,400, reflecting an increase of Rs 6,100.

MCX Gold Rate Trends; Check Latest MCX Prices

On the domestic futures market, gold prices showed positive momentum on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). The June 5, 2026 gold futures contract was trading around Rs 1,53,301 per 10 grams, registering a gain of Rs 1,453 or 0.95%. During the session, prices moved within a range of Rs 1,52,547 to Rs 1,55,500, indicating active participation from traders and continued volatility driven by global cues and festive demand.

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Market experts point out that buying patterns around Akshaya Tritiya are gradually evolving. While physical gold purchases remain a key part of the festival tradition, there is a growing shift toward more flexible and transparent investment options.

According to Manav Modi, investors are increasingly exploring alternatives that offer better convenience and liquidity. He noted that this trend is likely to strengthen further as more buyers look beyond traditional forms of gold investment.

"We are seeing a gradual change in how investors participate in gold. While physical buying remains important during occasions like Akshaya Tritiya, there is a clear rise in interest towards more flexible and transparent investment options. This trend is expected to strengthen as investors look for both convenience and liquidity," said Mr Modi.

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