Aurangabad is Maharashtra's historical city and gateway to the Ajanta and Ellora caves - a major gold market for the Marathwada region. The gold rate in Aurangabad today is published daily by the Aurangabad Jewellers Association, based on MCX closing prices and international gold market movements. All rates on this page reflect the wholesale metal value before making charges and GST - check the live rate cards above for today's exact prices. Track the gold rate today across all Indian cities on our homepage, or compare Aurangabad's rate on our all-India gold rate page.
Today's 24K and 22K Gold Rate in Aurangabad
As of 16 Oct 2026, the gold rate in Aurangabad is ₹1,47,440 per 10 grams for 24K gold and ₹1,35,150 per 10 grams for 22K gold. The 18K gold rate in Aurangabad today is ₹1,10,580 per 10 grams. The per-gram 24K rate is ₹14,744 per gram. These rates are updated daily and are indicative wholesale prices - your final jewellery price will be higher once making charges and 3% GST are added.
22K vs 24K vs 18K Gold - Which Should You Buy in Aurangabad?
The right purity depends entirely on your purpose. Here is how the three main grades compare at today's Aurangabad prices:
- 24K gold (999 purity) at ₹1,47,440 per 10 grams - 99.9% pure. Used for investment coins, bars, and digital gold. Too soft for most jewellery.
- 22K gold (916 purity) at ₹1,35,150 per 10 grams - 91.6% pure. The Indian jewellery standard. Used for virtually all traditional jewellery in Aurangabad.
- 18K gold (750 purity) at ₹1,10,580 per 10 grams - 75% pure. Harder and more affordable. Popular for diamond-studded and contemporary designs.
Use our karat converter to convert rates between purities instantly.
How Aurangabad Gold Rates Are Set Every Day
Gold rates in Aurangabad are set and published daily by the Aurangabad Jewellers Association. The process starts with the international spot gold price on LBMA and COMEX, converts to rupees at the day's exchange rate, then adds import duty (approximately 15% plus cess) and 3% GST at retail sale. Aurangabad is inland, about 330 km from Mumbai, and its gold rate typically sits ₹100–₹200 per 10 grams above Mumbai due to transport costs. As the largest city in the Marathwada region, Aurangabad's bullion rate is the reference for buyers across Jalna, Beed, Osmanabad, and Nanded districts.
Which Factors Influence the Gold Rate in Aurangabad on a Daily Basis?
Several interconnected forces move Aurangabad's gold rate every trading day. Understanding these drivers helps you judge whether today's price is likely to hold, rise, or ease in the near term.
- International spot gold price - the primary driver. When gold rises on COMEX or LBMA, Aurangabad's rate follows within hours.
- USD–INR exchange rate - India imports almost all its gold in USD. A weaker rupee makes imported gold more expensive even if the global price is unchanged.
- US Federal Reserve decisions - higher US rates increase the opportunity cost of holding gold, often pushing prices lower. Rate cuts or dovish signals lift gold.
- Import duty changes - any revision to customs duty in the Union Budget directly changes the base price of gold sold across India including Aurangabad.
- Domestic demand cycles - wedding season, Dhanteras, Akshaya Tritiya, and local festivals create demand surges that can firm up premiums.
- Geopolitical tensions - wars, banking crises, or global political instability drive investors toward gold as a safe haven, lifting prices.
- Central bank buying - when the RBI or global central banks increase gold reserves, it supports prices.
- Monsoon performance - a good monsoon raises rural incomes, indirectly boosting gold demand from rural India.
Gold Rate in Aurangabad vs Nearby Cities
Aurangabad's gold rate reflects its position as Maharashtra's historical city and gateway to the Ajanta and Ellora caves - a major gold market for the Marathwada region in Marathwada (eastern Maharashtra). Click any city below to see its live rate:
- Maharashtra: Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Amravati, Kolhapur, Jalgaon
- Telangana: Hyderabad, Nizamabad
- Madhya Pradesh: Bhopal, Indore
- Major metros for comparison: Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad
See the complete picture on our all-India gold rate page.
How to Calculate Gold Jewellery Price in Aurangabad
The price you pay at any Aurangabad jeweller follows a clear three-step formula. Knowing it ensures you never overpay:
Step 1 - Metal value: Multiply the per-gram rate for your chosen purity by the weight of the piece. Example: A 10-gram 22K piece at today's rate of ₹1,35,150 per 10 grams → metal value = ₹1,35,150
Step 2 - Add making charges: Added per gram or as a percentage. For a plain chain, assume ₹200 per gram × 10 grams = ₹2,000 in making charges.
Step 3 - Add GST: 3% GST on the metal value + 5% GST on making charges. Your total = metal value + making charges + GST on both.
Use our gold price calculator to do this calculation instantly for any weight, purity, and making charge combination.
Making Charges in Aurangabad - What Is Fair to Pay
Aurangabad making charges for traditional Marathi jewellery range ₹200–₹500 per gram. Plain machine-made pieces start from ₹150 per gram. Contemporary designs in Cidco showrooms attract ₹350–₹800 per gram. Gulmandi shops are competitive and negotiation is expected. Always ask for a written per-gram making charge quote before committing. Use our making charges calculator to verify the fair total before visiting any shop.
Impact of GST on Gold Rates in Aurangabad
GST on gold is uniform across India - the rate in Aurangabad is identical to every other city. Here is the breakdown:
- 3% GST on the gold metal value - applies to jewellery, coins, and bars at purchase.
- 5% GST on making charges - charged separately on the labour component. Must appear on your invoice.
- 0% GST on Sovereign Gold Bonds - completely exempt, making SGBs more tax-efficient than physical gold for investment.
- 0% GST on gold resale - when you sell gold back to a Aurangabad dealer, no GST is charged from your side.
- Securities Transaction Tax on Gold ETFs - not GST, making the tax treatment different from physical gold.
Always insist on a GST-compliant invoice from your Aurangabad jeweller listing gold value, making charges, and GST on each component separately, along with the jeweller's GSTIN.
BIS Hallmarking in Aurangabad - Why It Matters
BIS hallmarking is the Bureau of Indian Standards' certification of gold purity, mandatory across Aurangabad since April 2023. Every hallmarked piece carries:
- The BIS triangle logo - confirms testing at a BIS-recognised assaying and hallmarking centre
- The karat purity grade - such as 916 for 22K, 999 for 24K, or 750 for 18K
- The six-digit HUID code - verify on the BIS Care app or at bis.gov.in to confirm purity, jeweller name, and assaying centre
If any Aurangabad jeweller cannot provide a hallmarked piece or refuses to show the HUID, do not buy - it is a clear sign the purity may not match what is claimed.
How is the Purity of Gold Evaluated in Aurangabad?
Gold purity in Aurangabad is evaluated through BIS hallmarking using the karat system:
- 24K (999 fineness) - 99.9% pure gold. International investment standard.
- 22K (916 fineness) - 91.6% pure gold. The Indian jewellery standard.
- 18K (750 fineness) - 75% pure gold. Popular for studded and contemporary jewellery.
- 14K (585 fineness) - 58.5% pure gold. Common in export jewellery, less common in Indian retail.
BIS-recognised assaying centres test gold using fire assay or XRF methods before stamping the HUID. Use our karat converter to convert rates between purities.
Best Jewellery Markets to Buy Gold in Aurangabad
Gulmandi area and Nirala Bazaar in Aurangabad have the city's primary jewellery cluster. Samarth Nagar and Cidco area have branded showrooms. The city's historical connection to the Mughal era (it was once called Fatehpur and served as a Mughal administrative centre) gives its jewellery tradition a distinctive character blending Rajasthani and Hyderabadi influences.
Buying Bridal Gold in Aurangabad
Gulmandi vs Cidco - Gulmandi shops offer competitive making charges on traditional Marathi bridal jewellery with Marathwada-specific designs. Cidco and Samarth Nagar showrooms serve the city's industrial and IT workforce with contemporary collections. Aurangabad's proximity to Hyderabad (270 km) means some buyers also reference Hyderabadi bridal jewellery styles. Always check today's 22K rate from this page before visiting, and use our wedding gold calculator to plan your total budget in advance.
Gold Prices During Key Festivals in Aurangabad
Gudi Padwa, Akshaya Tritiya, and Diwali are the primary gold buying occasions. The Ajanta–Ellora tourism season (October–March) brings visitors who occasionally purchase gold souvenirs and coins, adding a unique tourist-driven buying segment. The international gold price and rupee-dollar rate continue to drive the base rate regardless of festival demand - local bullion associations do not set a festival premium. For investment purchases, spreading buys monthly through a Gold SIP averages out price swings rather than concentrating at peak-demand periods.
What Are the Different Ways to Invest in Gold in Aurangabad?
Every gold investment option available in India is accessible to Aurangabad buyers:
Physical Gold - Coins and Bars
Coins and bars from certified sources like MMTC-PAMP, SBI, and India Post are available in Aurangabad and priced close to the wholesale metal rate with minimal premium. Easier to resell than jewellery. Requires secure storage.
Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs)
Issued by the RBI, SGBs pay 2.5% annual interest plus gold price appreciation. Capital gains at maturity (8 years) are completely tax-free. The most tax-efficient gold investment for long-horizon Aurangabad buyers.
Gold ETFs
Trade on NSE and BSE like shares. Each unit represents approximately 1 gram of gold backed by physical metal in a regulated vault. Full liquidity - buy or sell during market hours. Requires a demat account.
Digital Gold
Available on Paytm, PhonePe, and MMTC-PAMP from ₹1. Convenient for small amounts but storage charges apply over time and the regulatory framework is less mature than SGBs or ETFs.
Gold Mutual Funds
Invest in Gold ETFs without needing a demat account. Support monthly SIP plans. Use our gold SIP calculator to estimate how your monthly investment grows over 5, 10, or 20 years.
SGB vs Physical Gold - Which Is Better for Aurangabad Buyers?
For pure investment, SGBs outperform physical gold on almost every measure except you cannot hold or wear them:
- Returns: SGBs offer gold price appreciation plus 2.5% annual interest. Physical gold offers price appreciation only.
- Tax: SGB gains at maturity are completely tax-free. Physical gold held over 24 months attracts 12.5% LTCG without indexation (Union Budget 2024).
- Storage: SGBs have no storage cost or security risk. Physical gold needs a bank locker or home safe.
- Liquidity: SGBs can be sold on the exchange before maturity. Physical gold can be sold to any Aurangabad jeweller or bank instantly.
- Access: SGBs are issued in tranches - not always available. Physical gold is available every trading day.
Use our gold vs FD calculator to compare gold's returns against fixed deposits over your target period.
What Factors Should You Consider Before Investing in Gold in Aurangabad?
Gold can be a strong long-term asset, but a few key considerations determine whether it fits your financial plan and how to structure your investment for the best outcome.
- Investment horizon: Gold rewards patience. A 5–10 year horizon smooths out peaks and troughs.
- Portfolio allocation: Most advisors recommend 10–15% of total investments in gold for meaningful diversification.
- Form of gold: Match the form to your goal. For a future event, buy physical gold early. For pure growth, SGBs or ETFs are more efficient.
- Rupee cost averaging: Spread purchases monthly through a Gold SIP rather than a single lump sum. Use our gold SIP calculator to plan.
- Tax implications: Physical gold under 24 months is taxed at your income slab rate. SGBs held to maturity are completely tax-free.
- Storage and insurance: Factor in annual bank locker costs and jewellery floater insurance for physical gold in Aurangabad.
Gold Loan in Aurangabad - How Much Can You Borrow?
Gold loans in Aurangabad are among the fastest ways to access credit. The RBI caps the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio at 75% of the gold's current market value. Muthoot Finance, Manappuram, Bank of Maharashtra Gold Loan, and SBI Gold Loan have active networks in Aurangabad. The Marathwada region's cotton and soybean farming community uses gold loans as seasonal working capital. Interest rates range from 7% to 29% per annum depending on the lender and LTV. Use our gold loan calculator to estimate your eligible loan amount based on today's live Aurangabad rate and your gold's weight. Gold loans require no income proof - the gold is the collateral.
Selling or Exchanging Gold in Aurangabad
Selling or exchanging gold in Aurangabad is straightforward when you know the process:
- The jeweller assays your gold to confirm actual purity by touchstone or XRF machine
- The piece is weighed and a buyback price quoted at today's Aurangabad rate for the confirmed purity
- A melting or refining deduction of typically 1% to 2% is applied
- No GST is charged on the resale from your side
For exchanges (old gold against new jewellery), the old gold's value is credited toward the new piece - you pay only the difference plus making charges and GST. Get quotes from at least two Aurangabad dealers before agreeing, as buyback rates can vary by ₹100–₹300 per 10 grams. Keep your original purchase invoice - documentation is required for transactions above ₹50,000.
Aurangabad Gold Rate History - Monthly and Yearly Trends
The gold rate history tables on this page - Daily, Monthly, and Yearly tabs above - show how Aurangabad's 24K, 22K, and 18K prices have moved over time:
- Daily tab: Shows the last 10 recorded entries for Aurangabad with day-on-day change. Use this to understand recent short-term direction.
- Monthly tab: Shows the average gold rate in Aurangabad per calendar month. Useful for spotting seasonal patterns linked to festival demand and agricultural income cycles.
- Yearly tab: Shows the annual average - reflecting gold's structural upward trend in rupee terms driven by global price appreciation and rupee depreciation over time.
The interactive chart above lets you zoom into 7-day, 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year windows with exact prices on hover - useful context before making a large purchase in Aurangabad.