Gold rate today in Chennai:
- 22 Carat Gold: ₹14,559 per gram
- 24 Carat Gold: ₹15,883 per gram
- 18 Carat Gold: ₹12,449 per gram
📍 Last Updated: 16 February 2026, 8:10 AM IST
If you’re planning to buy jewellery or invest in gold today, here is the complete breakdown including per gram rates, bulk prices, weekly trend, and expert insights.
📊 Gold Price Today in Chennai (Per Gram & Bulk Rates)
📊 Today 24 Carat Gold Rate Per Gram in Chennai (INR)
| Gram | Today | Yesterday | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹15,883 | ₹15,884 | – ₹1 |
| 8 | ₹1,27,064 | ₹1,27,072 | – ₹8 |
| 10 | ₹1,58,830 | ₹1,58,840 | – ₹10 |
| 100 | ₹15,88,300 | ₹15,88,400 | – ₹100 |
🟠 Today 24 Carat Gold Rate Per Gram in Chennai (INR)
| Gram | Today | Yesterday | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹14,559 | ₹14,560 | – ₹1 |
| 8 | ₹1,16,472 | ₹1,16,480 | – ₹8 |
| 10 | ₹1,45,590 | ₹1,45,600 | – ₹10 |
| 100 | ₹14,55,900 | ₹14,56,000 | – ₹100 |
🟢 Today 18 Carat Gold Rate Per Gram in Chennai (INR)
| Gram | Today | Yesterday | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹12,449 | ₹12,450 | – ₹1 |
| 8 | ₹99,592 | ₹99,600 | – ₹8 |
| 10 | ₹1,24,490 | ₹1,24,500 | – ₹10 |
| 100 | ₹12,44,900 | ₹12,45,000 | – ₹100 |
🔍 Why Gold Prices Change Daily in Chennai?
Gold rates fluctuate due to:
- International bullion rates
- USD to INR exchange rate
- Import duty revisions
- Inflation trends
- Central bank policies
- Global geopolitical tensions
Major global price movements tracked by organizations like the World Gold Council also impact Indian gold rates.
Domestic commodity movements influenced through the Multi Commodity Exchange of India affect price trends as well.
Chennai, being one of India’s largest gold consumption markets, reacts quickly to these changes.
🏆 22K vs 24K – Which Gold is Better?
22K Gold
- 91.6% purity
- Best for jewellery
- More durable
24K Gold
- 99.9% purity
- Best for investment
- Softer metal
For wedding jewellery in Chennai, 22K is preferred. For investment, 24K coins or bars are ideal.
📌 FAQs – Gold Rate Today Chennai
What is the gold rate today in Chennai?
Today’s 22K gold rate in Chennai is ₹14,559 per gram and 24K gold rate is ₹15,883 per gram.
Why is Chennai gold rate different from other cities?
Local demand, transportation cost, and state-level factors influence small variations.
Is today a good day to buy gold?
If prices remain stable for 2–3 days, many investors consider it a good entry point.
How often does gold price update?
Gold prices can change multiple times daily based on global markets.