Gold Rate Today (18 April 2026): Latest IBJA Rates Dip; Tanishq, Kalyan, Malabar, Joyalukkas Gold Prices

Gold Rate Today remained in focus on 18 April 2026 as buyers tracked bullion prices closely just a day before Akshaya Tritiya 2026, one of India's most important occasions for gold purchases. With the festival set to be celebrated on 19 April 2026, jewellery demand is expected to stay strong even as benchmark gold rates have shown a slight correction after earlier gains this week.

As festive buying interest builds, both IBJA benchmark rates and retail jewellery prices at leading brands such as Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Joyalukkas remain under close watch across major Indian cities.

IBJA's Indicative Retail Selling Rates For Gold Jewellery On April 18, 2026

The latest IBJA rates updated on 18 April 2026 (AM) remain the latest available benchmark for the domestic bullion market:

• Fine Gold (999): Rs 15,489 per gram
• 22 KT Gold: Rs 14,198 per gram
• 20 KT Gold: Rs 12,908 per gram
• 18 KT Gold: Rs 11,617 per gram
• 14 KT Gold: Rs 9,035 per gram

Retailers' 22K Gold Rates Today

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

• Tanishq 22K gold rate: Rs 14,175 per gram
• Kalyan Jewellers 22K gold rate: Rs 14,205 per gram
• Malabar Gold & Diamonds 22K gold rate: Rs 14,205 per gram
• Joyalukkas 22K gold rate: Rs 14,205 per gram

Gold Prices Ease Slightly Ahead Of Akshaya Tritiya 2026

Gold prices saw a mild decline in the latest available session ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, offering some relief to buyers planning festive purchases. The pullback comes after a strong rally earlier this week and could support stronger retail demand as households prepare to buy gold jewellery, coins and bars for the auspicious occasion.

Akshaya Tritiya is widely regarded as one of the most favourable days for buying precious metals, and many jewellers have already rolled out festive offers, pre-booking plans and gold rate protection schemes to attract customers.

Gold Market Outlook For 18 April

Gold prices are likely to remain highly sensitive to festive demand and global market cues as Akshaya Tritiya 2026 approaches. Even with a mild dip in the latest available benchmark rates, overall gold prices remain elevated compared with earlier levels this month.

Buyers should note that while IBJA rates serve as the benchmark bullion reference, final jewellery prices at retail stores may vary depending on city-wise taxes, making charges and store-level revisions.