Rise in Gold Rate in India After Sharp Drop on Eid; Will Gold Price Today Jump or Decline on 21 March? Outlook

Gold rates in India recovered modestly in the latest trading session on March 20, 2026, after suffering a sharp setback of Rs 73,800 per 100 grams in 24K gold over the previous sessions. On the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, the domestic bullion market showed signs of stability, with 24K gold rising by Rs 65 to Rs 15,093 per gram, while 22K gold gained Rs 60 to Rs 13,835 per gram.

Gold Rate Today: Check Latest 22K, 24K & 18K Gold Prices Per Gram on Eid 2026

24 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

In the 24K gold category, the price of 1 gram stood at Rs 15,093, up by Rs 65 from yesterday's rate of Rs 15,028. For 8 grams, the rate increased to Rs 1,20,744, compared to Rs 1,20,224 a day earlier, marking a rise of Rs 520. The price of 10 grams climbed to Rs 1,50,930, registering an increase of Rs 650 from yesterday's Rs 1,50,280. Meanwhile, 100 grams of 24K gold were priced at Rs 15,09,300, up by Rs 6,500 from the previous level of Rs 15,02,800.

22 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

1 gram of 22K was priced at Rs 13,835, reflecting a gain of Rs 60 over yesterday's Rs 13,775. The rate for 8 grams rose to Rs 1,10,680, up by Rs 480 from Rs 1,10,200. For 10 grams, the price advanced to Rs 1,38,350, showing an increase of Rs 600 compared to the previous rate of Rs 1,37,750. Similarly, 100 grams of 22K gold were valued at Rs 13,83,500, higher by Rs 6,000 from yesterday's Rs 13,77,500.

18 Karat Gold Rate Today in India

The rate for 1 gram came in at Rs 11,320, gaining Rs 49 from the earlier price of Rs 11,271. The price for 8 grams increased to Rs 90,560, which was Rs 392 higher than yesterday's Rs 90,168. For 10 grams, the rate moved up to Rs 1,13,200, marking a rise of Rs 490 from Rs 1,12,710. On a larger scale, 100 grams of 18K gold were priced at Rs 11,32,000, up by Rs 4,900 against the previous day's Rs 11,27,100.

Latest Spot Gold Price

The rebound comes after intense volatility in precious metals, as global gold prices remained under pressure despite persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Gold was trading below $4,700 per ounce on Friday, following a steep two-day selloff, and was headed for a notable weekly decline as surging energy prices fuelled inflation worries and weakened hopes of early interest rate cuts.

Gold Price Outlook Amid Ongoing US-Israel Conflict With Iran

"Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, bullion remained under pressure as markets focused on the likelihood of higher-for-longer interest rates amid persistent inflation risks. U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran showed no signs of easing, following reports of an Israeli strike that killed senior Iranian official Ali Larijani and a subsequent attack on the world's largest natural gas field shared by Iran and Qatar, keeping oil prices elevated above $100 per barrel," said Manav Modi Commodities Analyst, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

Disruptions in Strait of Hormuz To Impact Bullions?

"Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route, have pushed crude prices near four-year highs, intensifying concerns over energy-driven inflation," Modi added.

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