Gold remains both a cultural treasure and a preferred investment in India. On December 16, 2025, prices for 22K and 24K gold showed a continued gap between Dubai and key Indian cities like Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi.
Price variations arise from factors such as exchange rates, local demand, taxes, and import duties.
| City | 24 Karat Gold (₹ / 10g) | 22 Karat Gold (₹ / 10g) |
| New Delhi | ₹1,33,590 | ₹1,22,458 |
| Mumbai | ₹1,33,820 | ₹1,22,668 |
| Kolkata | ₹1,33,640 | ₹1,22,503 |
Note: Rates are as of 10:10 AM on December 16, 2025. Prices may change based on market fluctuations.
As of December 16, 2025, 1 AED = ₹24.64. Based on this rate, Dubai gold prices converted to INR show a pricing advantage over Indian domestic rates.
| Purity | Dubai Price (AED/gram) | INR/gram | INR/10 gram |
| 24K | 518.25 | ₹12,770 | ₹1,27,697 |
| 22K | 480.00 | ₹11,827 | ₹1,18,272 |
Note: Prices reflect Dubai's morning gold rates on December 16, 2025. INR values are calculated using the latest available AED-INR rate.
| Karat | India Avg (10g) | Dubai (10g) | Price Difference |
| 24K | ₹1,33,683 | ₹1,27,697 | ₹5,986 |
| 22K | ₹1,22,543 | ₹1,18,272 | ₹4,271 |
Note: Price differences exclude VAT, import duties, and making charges.
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On December 16, 2025, Dubai gold continued to be cheaper than Indian domestic rates by about ₹5,986 for 24K and ₹4,271 for 22K per 10 grams. Buyers considering overseas purchases should weigh these differences alongside additional costs like travel, making charges, and import regulations.
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Published on: Dec 16, 2025, 10:23 AM IST
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