Gold Rate Today (16 April 2026): IBJA Rates Ahead Of Akshaya Tritiya; Tanishq, Kalyan, Malabar, Joyalukkas

Gold Rate Today remained in focus on 16 April 2026 as demand for the yellow metal stayed firm ahead of Akshaya Tritiya 2026, one of India's most auspicious festivals for buying gold. With the festival set to be celebrated on 19 April 2026, jewellers are witnessing heightened interest from buyers planning purchases of gold jewellery, coins and bars.

As gold buying sentiment strengthens in the run-up to the festive occasion, both IBJA benchmark rates and retail jewellery prices at leading brands such as Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Joyalukkas are being closely tracked across major cities.

IBJA's Indicative Retail Selling Rates For Gold Jewellery On April 15, 2026

The latest IBJA rates updated on 15 April 2026 remained the key benchmark for the domestic bullion market:

• Fine Gold (999): Rs 15,425 per gram
• 22 KT Gold: Rs 14,140 per gram
• 20 KT Gold: Rs 12,854 per gram
• 18 KT Gold: Rs 11,569 per gram
• 14 KT Gold: Rs 8,998 per gram

Retailers' 22K Gold Rates Today

Gold prices at major jewellery brands as of the latest available update across New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Bengaluru are as follows:

• Tanishq 22K gold rate: Rs 14,280 per gram
• Kalyan Jewellers 22K gold rate: Rs 14,240 per gram
• Malabar Gold & Diamonds 22K gold rate: Rs 14,240 per gram
• Joyalukkas 22K gold rate: Rs 14,240 per gram

Gold Prices Rise Ahead Of Akshaya Tritiya 2026

Gold demand in India is expected to rise further in the run-up to Akshaya Tritiya, as the festival is widely regarded as one of the most auspicious occasions for buying precious metals. Many households traditionally purchase gold jewellery, coins and bars on this day, believing it brings prosperity and long-term wealth.

With Akshaya Tritiya falling on 19 April 2026, the festive rush has already started to reflect in higher benchmark bullion prices and firm retail jewellery rates.

This indicates that gold prices have moved up meaningfully in just two sessions, adding to the festive buying urgency ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.

Gold Market Outlook For 16 April

Gold prices are likely to remain supported in the coming days as festive demand builds further before Akshaya Tritiya. Buyers should note that while IBJA rates provide the benchmark bullion reference, final jewellery prices may vary depending on city-wise taxes, making charges and store-level revisions.

Note: All retailer rates are based on jewellery brands' respective websites as per the latest available update at 1:50 pm on 15 April 2026. Rates may change during the day and can vary by state, taxes and other applicable charges.