Nepal is India's Himalayan neighbour with a deeply intertwined gold culture and an open-border gold trade relationship with India. The gold rate in Nepal today is updated daily based on the international spot price converted to Nepalese Rupee (NPR). Check the live rate cards above for today's exact 24K and 22K prices in NPR. Indian buyers and NRIs in Nepal can also track the gold rate today across all Indian cities on our homepage for comparison.
Today's 24K and 22K Gold Rate in Nepal
As of 16 Oct 2026, the gold rate in Nepal is ₨248,204 per 10 grams for 24K gold and ₨228,348 per 10 grams for 22K gold in Nepalese Rupee (NPR). The 18K gold rate in Nepal today is ₨186,830 per 10 grams. On a per-gram basis, 24K gold is priced at ₨24,820 per gram in Nepal today. These rates are updated daily and are indicative wholesale prices - your final jewellery price will be higher once making charges and applicable local taxes are added.
22K vs 24K vs 18K Gold - Which Should You Buy in Nepal?
The right purity depends on your purpose - investment, traditional jewellery, or contemporary designs. Here is how the three main grades compare at today's Nepal prices in Nepalese Rupee (NPR):
- 24K gold (999 purity) at ₨248,204 per 10 grams - 99.9% pure. The international investment standard. Used for coins, bars, and digital gold. Too soft for most jewellery.
- 22K gold (916 purity) at ₨228,348 per 10 grams - 91.6% pure. The Indian jewellery standard used for traditional ornaments. Available at major Indian jewellery shops in Nepal.
- 18K gold (750 purity) at ₨186,830 per 10 grams - 75% pure. Harder and more affordable. Popular for diamond-studded and contemporary designs widely available in Nepal.
Use our karat converter to convert rates between purities instantly.
Gold Rate in Nepal vs India - Key Differences
Nepal's gold rate is closely linked to India's - Nepal imports gold primarily from India and prices track Indian MCX rates converted to NPR (1 INR ≈ 1.6 NPR). The open India-Nepal border creates active cross-border gold trade, and Nepal's rates often reflect the Indian rate with minor premiums for local import costs.
Indian Community and NRI Gold Buying in Nepal
Nepal has a unique reverse-NRI dynamic - millions of Nepali workers work in India, the Gulf, and Malaysia and send gold remittances home. The Nepali diaspora is also an active buyer of gold in host countries to bring back home.
Why Indian Buyers Track Nepal Gold Rates
Indians living and working in Nepal track gold rates for several practical reasons. Comparing Nepal's gold price (in NPR and INR equivalent) with India's current rate helps determine whether buying locally or waiting for an India visit is more cost-effective. The key factors that determine this comparison are:
- Tax structure - India imposes approximately 18–20% effective tax burden (import duty plus GST) on gold at retail. Nepal's tax treatment may be significantly more or less favourable depending on local rules.
- Making charges - jewellery making charges vary significantly between Nepal and Indian cities. Traditional Indian designs may have limited availability in Nepal and higher making charges than Indian markets.
- Currency exchange rate - the INR equivalent of Nepal's gold price moves with the NPR-INR exchange rate. A stronger NPR makes Nepal gold more expensive in rupee terms even if the local price is unchanged.
- Design availability - traditional Indian jewellery designs (Kundan, temple jewellery, Jadau, Meenakari) may have limited availability in Nepal, making India or UAE visits necessary for specific bridal purchases.
- Purity certification - Indian BIS hallmarking and Nepal's local purity certification systems differ. Always verify purity through the appropriate local authority before purchasing.
Best Places to Buy Gold in Nepal
Indra Chowk in old Kathmandu is Nepal's most historic gold market - a centuries-old trading centre at the intersection of ancient trade routes. New Road and Durbar Marg have modern showrooms. The Patan area (Lalitpur) has traditional Newari goldsmith workshops producing distinctive Nepal-style jewellery.
Buying Bridal Gold in Nepal - Guide for Indian Families
Indra Chowk and New Road jewellers are the primary bridal gold destinations. Traditional Nepali bridal jewellery - the Tilahari (marriage necklace) and Chura-paure bangles - are sourced from Newari goldsmiths. Indian-style jewellery is also widely available on New Road. Always compare Nepal prices (converted to INR at the current NPR-INR exchange rate) with India's live rates before making any large purchase. Use our gold price calculator and wedding gold calculator as reference points.
Festival Gold Buying in Nepal - When Indian NRIs Buy Most
Dashain and Tihar (Nepal's equivalents of Dasara and Diwali) are the most significant gold-buying occasions. Teej involves specific gold jewellery gifting traditions. Akshaya Tritiya is also observed by the trading community. For investment purchases, Indian NRIs in Nepal should compare the effective per-gram cost (including all local taxes and making charges) in NPR against current Indian city rates before deciding where to buy.
Gold Rate in Nepal vs Other Markets
Indian buyers in Nepal often compare gold prices across multiple markets before making large purchases:
- UAE cities: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah
- Gulf countries: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait
- India cities for comparison: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore
See all Indian city rates on our all-India gold rate page.
Investment Gold in Nepal - Options for Indian NRIs
Indian NRIs in Nepal have several gold investment routes. Here is how they compare:
Physical Gold in Nepal
Buying gold coins or bars locally in Nepal may be more cost-effective than India depending on the tax differential. Always buy from licensed, reputable dealers and verify purity through the local certification system. Keep the purchase receipt - Indian customs require documentation when bringing gold back to India.
Indian Customs Rules When Bringing Gold to India
Travellers from abroad to India are permitted: male passengers (stayed abroad over 6 months) up to 20 grams duty-free (max ₹50,000 value); female passengers up to 40 grams duty-free (max ₹1 lakh value). Above these limits, customs duty of approximately 15% plus cess applies. Always declare gold above the duty-free limit on arrival. Verify the latest CBIC rules before travelling.
Sovereign Gold Bonds - Note for NRIs
NRIs are not eligible to purchase Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) in India - SGBs are restricted to Indian residents. However, NRIs can invest in Gold ETFs listed on NSE/BSE through NRO/NRE demat accounts with Indian brokers - this is typically the most tax-efficient way for NRIs to gain Indian gold price exposure.
Digital Gold via Indian Apps
Select platforms like MMTC-PAMP offer digital gold to NRIs through specific NRI-enabled accounts. Check individual platform eligibility before investing.
Making Charges in Nepal - What to Expect
Nepal making charges are typically NPR 300–1,200 per gram. Traditional Newari goldsmith work commands the highest charges. When comparing with India, note that Indian making charges - particularly in markets like Zaveri Bazaar (Mumbai), T. Nagar (Chennai), or Delhi's Karol Bagh - are often significantly lower than the equivalent in Nepal for comparable traditional Indian designs. Use our making charges calculator to estimate the Indian equivalent cost.
How to Calculate the INR Equivalent of Nepal Gold Rate
To convert Nepal's gold rate to Indian rupees for comparison with India's market:
Step 1: Note the per-gram gold rate in Nepal in NPR - check the live rate cards at the top of this page (₨24,820 per gram today).
Step 2: Multiply by 10 to get the per-10-gram rate - the Indian standard unit (₨248,204 per 10 grams today).
Step 3: Convert to INR using the current NPR-INR exchange rate from your bank's app or Google.
Step 4: Compare with the live Indian city rates shown on this page. Remember that India's retail price already includes 15%+ import duty and 3% GST - so the Indian retail price will be higher than the base metal value used for comparison.
Selling Gold in Nepal vs Bringing It to India
Indian NRIs in Nepal sometimes weigh whether to sell surplus gold locally or bring it to India:
- Local sale in Nepal: Gives immediate NPR proceeds without customs complications. Local dealers typically offer the international spot price less a small spread of 1–3%.
- Bringing to India: If within customs duty-free limits, bringing gold and selling locally at Indian retail rates can yield a higher effective return - India's price includes significant import duty that creates a premium over international spot. Above the duty-free limit, customs duty reduces this advantage.
- Documentation: Keep your original Nepal purchase invoice for any gold brought back. For sales above ₹50,000 in India, your buyer will require your ID and PAN.
Nepal Gold Rate History - Monthly and Yearly Trends
The gold rate history tables on this page - Daily, Monthly, and Yearly tabs above - show how Nepal's 24K, 22K, and 18K prices have moved over time in Nepalese Rupee (NPR):
- Daily tab: Shows the last 10 recorded rate entries for Nepal with day-on-day change. Use this to understand recent short-term direction.
- Monthly tab: Shows the average gold rate in Nepal per calendar month - useful for spotting seasonal patterns and festival-driven demand cycles.
- Yearly tab: Shows the annual average rate - reflecting gold's long-term upward trend driven by both global price appreciation and currency movements between NPR and international markets.
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 Nepal.