Gold Rate: India vs Dubai Gold Prices on February 23, 2026

Gold prices in India and Dubai witnessed an upward trend on Monday, 23 February 2026, reflecting global cues and sustained demand. While India tracks prices largely in rupees per 10 grams, Dubai quotes gold in AED per gram, making it a preferred destination for price comparison among investors and buyers.

India Gold Prices Today

On Monday, 23 February 2026 at 10:30 AM (India Time), gold prices in India witnessed an upward movement. 

Gold is priced at ₹1,59,950 per 10 grams, reflecting a gain of ₹2,540 (+1.61%). On a per gram basis, 24 Karat gold stands at ₹15,995, while 22 Karat gold is priced at ₹14,662 per gram (₹1,46,621 per 10 grams). 

Silver prices also recorded a sharp rise, trading at ₹2,67,050 per kilogram, up by ₹13,780 (+5.44%).

Dubai Gold Rates Today

Gold prices opened higher in the morning session (as of 10:27 AM) across purity levels compared to yesterday’s rates. 24 Carat gold was priced at AED 622.50 per gram in the morning, up from AED 615.25 yesterday. 

Similarly, 22 Carat gold stood at AED 576.50 per gram versus AED 569.75 previously, while 21 Carat gold was quoted at AED 552.75 compared to AED 546.25 yesterday. 

18 Carat gold was trading at AED 473.75 per gram in the morning session, higher than yesterday’s AED 468.25. Afternoon and evening rates were not available at the time of reporting.

India vs Dubai Gold Price Comparison

In India, gold was priced at ₹1,59,950 per 10 grams, up ₹2,540 (+1.61%). On a per gram basis, 24 Karat gold stood at ₹15,995, while 22 Karat gold was priced at ₹14,662 per gram (₹1,46,621 per 10 grams). Silver also saw a sharp jump, trading at ₹2,67,050 per kilogram, gaining ₹13,780 (+5.44%).

In Dubai, gold prices also opened higher in the morning session. 24 Carat gold was quoted at AED 622.50 per gram, compared to AED 615.25 yesterday. Meanwhile, 22 Carat gold stood at AED 576.50 (vs AED 569.75), 21 Carat at AED 552.75 (vs AED 546.25), and 18 Carat at AED 473.75 (vs AED 468.25).

When directly compared, Dubai gold rates are generally lower due to minimal taxation, whereas Indian prices include import duty and GST, resulting in a noticeable price difference despite similar global benchmarks.

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Conclusion

Both India and Dubai recorded gains in gold prices, reflecting positive momentum in the precious metals market. However, due to tax structures and pricing mechanisms, Dubai continues to offer relatively lower per gram rates compared to India. Buyers should also factor in customs regulations, making charges and currency conversion before making cross-border purchase decisions.

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