Gold Rate Today in Bangalore
Jewellery Gold
₹13,987/g
₹1,39,870 · 10g
Pure Gold
₹15,258/g
₹1,52,580 · 10g
Updated today
What You Actually Pay
22K · Adjust weight and making charges
Effective rate: ₹16,173/g
Price Trend
Gold Market in Bangalore
Bangalore's main jewellery market is Chickpet in the city centre — a dense wholesale hub with hundreds of jewellers competing closely on price, making it the best area for plain and investment jewellery. Commercial Street and Jayanagar 4th Block are popular retail destinations with a mix of traditional and branded shops. Bangalore has one of the highest concentrations of branded jewellery chains in South India, driven by its large salaried and tech workforce who tend to buy more investment gold and lightweight daily-wear pieces. Making charges range from 8% to 20%. Peak buying seasons are Akshaya Tritiya and the Kannada wedding season (November–January).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to buy gold jewellery in Bangalore?
Chickpet is Bangalore's wholesale hub — best for competitive prices on plain jewellery and investment pieces. Commercial Street and Jayanagar 4th Block have a good mix of traditional and branded jewellers. For wider choice, major chains — Tanishq, Malabar Gold, Kalyan Jewellers, Joyalukkas — have multiple outlets across the city including malls. For 24K investment coins, SBI, ICICI, and HDFC branches are the most reliable.
What making charges should I expect in Bangalore?
Making charges in Bangalore range from 8% to 20% of the gold value. Chickpet wholesale shops typically charge 8–12% for plain designs. Branded chains like Tanishq charge 12–18%, but tend to offer better buyback rates and exchange policies. Always ask for the making charge as a percentage, get an itemised bill, and remember — making charges are negotiable, GST is not.
Should I buy 22K or 24K gold in Bangalore?
For jewellery, 22K (916 hallmark) is the standard across Bangalore's jewellers — it's the right balance of purity and strength for everyday wear. For investment, 24K coins from SBI, HDFC, or ICICI are the cleanest option with near-zero making charges and easy resale. Many Bangalore buyers — especially in the tech community — prefer digital gold or Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) for investment, as they avoid making charges and storage entirely.
When is the best time to buy gold in Bangalore?
Akshaya Tritiya (April/May) sees the highest footfall in Bangalore's jewellery shops, followed by Dhanteras and the November–January Kannada wedding season. For investment buying without the festive premium, July–September is typically quieter. If you're shopping for bridal jewellery, visit Chickpet on a weekday — weekends can get crowded year-round.