Gold remains a treasured cultural symbol and a popular investment in India. On January 21, 2026, notable price differences were seen between Dubai and major Indian cities, including Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi, for both 22K and 24K gold. These disparities are largely influenced by factors such as currency exchange rate fluctuations, local demand, taxation policies, and import duties.
| City | 24 Karat (₹) | 22 Karat (₹) |
| New Delhi | 1,57,890 | 1,44,733 |
| Mumbai | 1,58,160 | 1,44,980 |
| Kolkata | 1,57,950 | 1,44,788 |
Note: Rates are as of 10:10 AM on January 21, 2026. Prices may change based on market fluctuations.
As of January 21, 2026, 1 AED = ₹24.74. 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 | 582.25 | ₹14,012 | ₹1,40,120 |
| 22K | 539.00 | ₹12,969 | ₹1,29,690 |
Note: Prices reflect Dubai's morning gold rates on January 21, 2026. INR values are calculated using the latest available AED-INR rate.
| Karat | India Avg (10g) | Dubai (10g) | Price Difference |
| 24K | ₹1,58,960 | ₹1,40,120 | ₹18,840 |
| 22K | ₹1,45,713 | ₹1,29,690 | ₹16,023 |
Note: Price differences exclude VAT, import duties, and making charges.
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On January 21, 2026, gold in Dubai was considerably cheaper than in India, with 24K gold around ₹18,840 lower and 22K gold approximately ₹16,023 less per 10 grams. However, buyers should account for additional expenses, including travel costs, making charges, and relevant import regulations, before purchasing gold abroad.
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Published on: Jan 21, 2026, 10:25 AM IST
Sachin Gupta
Sachin Gupta is a Content Writer with 6+ years of experience in the stock market, including global markets like the US, Canada, and Australia. At Angel One, Sachin specialises in creating financial content that simplifies complex market trends. Sachin holds a Master's in Commerce, specialising in Economics.
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