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See today’s gold rate in Pakistan in rupees — 24K and 22K per tola, per 10 grams and per gram — next to the live international gold price (XAU/USD) that every local rate is built from. Convert any weight, purity and currency with the calculator below.

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XAU/USDBullion benchmark
$4,172.90
-$51.20 (-1.21%)

Gold is shown as the international spot price per troy ounce. TECHi converts the same benchmark into gram and tola values so local quotes can be compared against a clean global base.

24K · per tola
Rs 438,543
Pakistan rate, in PKR
24K · per 10g
Rs 375,986
Per 10 grams, in PKR
22K · per tola
Rs 401,998
Most common jewellery
Gold spot
$4,172.90
Global benchmark
USD per gram
$134.16
24K spot equivalent
USD per tola
$1,564.84
24K spot equivalent
PKR per tola
Rs 438,543
Before local premiums
Pakistan · Live in PKR

Gold Rate in Pakistan Today

Today’s gold rate in Pakistan for 24K, 22K and 21K — shown per tola, per 10 grams and per gram in Pakistani rupees. These figures convert the live international spot price to PKR at the current exchange rate, which is the benchmark Sarafa associations and dealers price from. Retail and jewellery asking prices in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and other cities usually sit a few percent higher once making charges, duties and dealer margins are added.

Purity
Per Tola
Per 10 Grams
Per Gram
24K Gold
Investment bars, biscuits & coins
Rs 438,543
Rs 375,986
Rs 37,599
22K Gold
Most common bridal & daily jewellery
Rs 401,998
Rs 344,654
Rs 34,465
21K Gold
Lighter jewellery & Gulf-style sets
Rs 383,725
Rs 328,988
Rs 32,899

For Pakistanis abroad: 1 tola of 24K gold is worth about $1,565 at today’s spot price. One tola equals 11.664 grams; 10 grams equals about 0.857 tola.

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Gold Price by Unit: Ounce, Gram and Tola

Gold trades globally in US dollars per troy ounce. The same benchmark, shown per gram and per tola and converted to rupees at today’s exchange rate, lets you line up the international price against the gold rate your dealer quotes in Pakistan.

Unit
USD
PKR
1 troy ounce
$4,172.90
Rs 1,169,449
1 gram
$134.16
Rs 37,599
1 tola
$1,564.84
Rs 438,543

Gold Price Calculator

Price any amount of gold by purity, weight (tola, 10 grams, gram, ounce and more), and currency. It opens on 1 tola of 24K in rupees, and you can add a Pakistan local premium to estimate a realistic dealer price.

Typical range in Pakistan for 24K tola: 3–7%. Adjust based on your city and dealer.
You are calculating
1 tola · 24K
International Spot Price
438,543 PKR
ESTIMATED PAKISTAN LOCAL PRICE
451,700 PKR
Includes ~3.0% typical premium. Real dealer prices vary by city.
Calculations use live market spot rates. This is an educational tool — always verify with your local bullion dealer before buying.

Gold Price Chart & History

How gold has moved in US dollars per troy ounce. Switch between one month and five years, and tap or hover the line to read the closing price on any day.

PAKISTAN REALITY CHECK

Gold Rate in Pakistan: Spot vs Local Market

The prices you see on this page start with clean international spot rates (XAU/USD). This is the global benchmark before local dealer spreads.

In Pakistan, actual dealer prices for 22K and 24K gold (especially in tola) are almost always higher than this spot converted to PKR. The difference comes from:

  • Import duties + regulatory levies
  • Dealer margins and refining costs
  • City-specific demand (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Quetta)
  • Form factor (jewelry vs biscuits vs bars vs coins)
  • Wedding season surges (typically Oct–Feb)
Typical Premium Over Spot (editorial estimate)
24K tola (investment / biscuits)+4.0% to +6.5%
22K jewelry (most common in Pakistan)+3.5% to +5.5%
21K / 18K (lighter jewelry)+2.5% to +4.5%
Example: If international 24K spot is around Rs 438,543 per tola, real local asking prices in major cities are often in the Rs 458,278 range (plus/minus city variation).
These are transparent estimates for educational purposes. Always call 2–3 reputable dealers in your city on the day you plan to buy. Premiums compress in slow seasons and widen sharply before weddings and Eid.

How to Read Today’s Gold Price

The cleanest way to read gold price today is to start with XAU/USD. That is the international spot benchmark: one troy ounce of gold priced in US dollars. Every local gold rate, including PKR tola quotes, starts from that global number and then adds currency conversion, purity, local premiums, and dealer costs.

A 24K tola is not the same as a troy ounce. One troy ounce equals 31.1034768 grams, while one tola equals 11.6638038 grams. TECHi converts ounce to gram first, then gram to tola, so the PKR tola estimate stays consistent with the USD benchmark.

For Pakistan, treat the PKR number as an international spot conversion before local premiums. Jewelry, coins, biscuits, and bars can all trade at different effective prices because making charges, taxes, city demand, and supply spreads are not identical.

Quick Checks Before Buying Gold

  • Compare the dealer’s quote against the USD spot and PKR tola conversion.
  • Confirm purity in writing: 24K for investment bars, 22K or 21K for jewelry.
  • Separate gold content from making charges, wastage, tax, and buyback spread.
  • Ask whether the quote is for cash, bank transfer, delivery, or stored bullion.
  • Keep receipts and serial numbers for bars or biscuits before reselling.

Data Sources & Methodology

Prices on this page start from the live international gold spot price (XAU/USD) and major currency crosses. The per-gram and per-tola values, and the PKR, SAR, INR and other currency views, are all derived from that same benchmark at the current exchange rate.

The Pakistan local-market figures shown in the premium section are transparent estimates, not live quotes from any single dealer or exchange. They add a clearly stated premium range over international spot to reflect duties, refining, making charges and dealer margins.

We deliberately avoid republishing unverified dealer rates circulated on messaging apps or scraped from other sites, because those numbers are often stale, inconsistent, or region-specific. The spot-plus-adjustable-premium model is the most honest and reproducible way to show the gold rate in Pakistan.

Historical prices are daily gold benchmark closes in US dollars and are not inflation-adjusted. For long-term purchasing-power comparisons, pair them with official CPI data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics or the World Gold Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the gold rate in Pakistan today?
The live 24K, 22K and 21K gold rate in Pakistan — per tola, per 10 grams and per gram in PKR — is shown in the table near the top of this page. It tracks the international spot price converted to rupees at the current exchange rate, which is the benchmark local dealers price from.
What is the price of 1 tola of 24K gold in Pakistan today?
The live 24K rate per tola in PKR is shown in the rate table and the hero card above. One tola is 11.664 grams, so the tola rate is simply the per-gram 24K rate multiplied by 11.664. Retail asking prices in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad usually run a few percent higher once making charges and dealer margins are added.
What is the 22K gold rate per 10 grams in Pakistan today?
22K gold is 91.67% pure, so its rate is the 24K rate multiplied by 0.9167. The live 22K price per 10 grams and per tola in PKR is in the rate table above — 22K is the most common purity for jewellery in Pakistan.
What is today’s gold rate in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad?
Gold rates are broadly the same across Pakistani cities because Karachi’s Sarafa Bazaar effectively sets the daily base rate that other cities follow, with only minor variation. The live PKR rate on this page is that benchmark; individual jewellers add their own making charges on top.
Why is the rate here different from what my jeweller is quoting?
This page shows the gold rate converted from clean international spot. A jeweller’s quote can be higher because it bundles import duties, dealer margin, refining and (for jewellery) making charges and wastage. The calculator on this page lets you add a local premium to model a realistic dealer price.
Is 22K or 24K better to buy in Pakistan?
22K is the most common purity for jewellery in Pakistan because it is harder and more durable. 24K is preferred for investment — biscuits and bars — because it has the highest gold content. Both are sound if bought from a reputable source with a proper receipt.
How often does the gold rate on this page update?
The gold price moves continuously through global market hours (roughly Sunday evening to Friday evening, US time) and the figures here follow that benchmark, with the “Updated” time showing the latest reading. Over weekends and holidays the price holds at the last close.
What drives the gold rate in Pakistan?
Two layers: global factors (US dollar strength, interest rates, inflation and geopolitics set the international price) and local factors (the rupee–dollar exchange rate, wedding-season demand, import policy and physical supply through banks and refiners).
When is the best time to buy gold in Pakistan?
Demand and premiums often soften after major wedding seasons and post-Eid, and the international price tends to dip during global risk-on phases or when the rupee strengthens. Rather than trying to time the exact bottom, most buyers average in for long-term needs.
Is gold a good investment in Pakistan?
Gold has preserved purchasing power over decades in Pakistan, especially through high inflation and currency weakness. It works best as part of a diversified portfolio — a hedge alongside other assets, not the whole of your savings.
What is the difference between international spot and the local Pakistani gold rate?
International spot is the global benchmark in US dollars per troy ounce. The local rate is that spot converted to PKR, plus a premium for duties, dealer margin and demand. The premium is not fixed — it widens and narrows day to day and city to city.
How do I calculate the gold price per tola in Pakistan?
Take the per-gram 24K rate in PKR and multiply by 11.664 for a tola, or by 10 for 10 grams. For 22K, multiply by 0.9167 first. The calculator on this page does all of this for any weight, purity and currency.
Does TECHi show live dealer prices from specific shops?
No. We show the transparent spot-derived benchmark rate and let you add a premium for local conditions. Republishing unverified shop-by-shop numbers would be misleading, so we explain the premium model instead and recommend confirming with dealers on the day you buy.
Can I buy physical gold online in Pakistan?
Yes — several banks and regulated platforms now offer digital gold and physical delivery. Always verify the custodian, storage arrangement, purity certification and making charges before buying.
What taxes apply when buying or selling gold in Pakistan?
Capital gains on gold can be taxable, gold imports attract duties, and jewellery often carries sales tax. Rules change, so confirm the current position with a tax adviser for your specific situation.
Why does the gold rate in Pakistan sometimes move differently from the international price?
Because the PKR rate also reflects the rupee–dollar exchange rate and local supply and demand. A weaker rupee or a pre-wedding demand spike can push local prices up even on a quiet day for international spot.
Is it better to buy gold biscuits or jewellery in Pakistan?
For pure investment, biscuits and bars carry lower making charges and resell closer to spot. For cultural reasons — weddings and inheritance — many families prefer jewellery even though the effective premium is higher.
How much gold should a family hold?
Financial planners often suggest 5–15% of investable assets in gold depending on risk tolerance and other holdings such as property. This is general information, not personalised advice.
Does the rate on this page include making charges?
No. Making charges on jewellery are extra and vary by design and jeweller. The figures here are for the gold content only — exactly what you want when comparing value before you negotiate.
What is the 21K gold rate in Pakistan today?
21K gold is 87.5% pure. Its live rate per tola, per 10 grams and per gram in PKR is shown in the rate table above, and the calculator lets you price any weight of 21K instantly.
Why is the Saudi Riyal (SAR) gold price relevant for Pakistan?
Millions of Pakistanis work in the Gulf and remit in SAR. Many buy gold in Saudi Arabia or on return, so comparing the SAR and PKR rates helps them judge where the value is better.
How does the Indian gold price (INR) compare with Pakistan?
Both countries have strong cultural demand and similar buying habits. India often runs higher premiums in wedding season. Comparing the INR and PKR rates (adjusted for exchange) shows the relative value between the two markets.
What happens to the gold rate during political or economic uncertainty?
Gold often rises in US-dollar terms as a safe haven when global or local risk increases. In rupee terms the move can be amplified or offset depending on how the currency reacts at the same time.
Where can I find historical gold prices in Pakistan?
The chart on this page covers several years of daily prices, and you can switch the range from one month to five years. For even longer series, the World Gold Council and the State Bank of Pakistan publish historical data.
Is a tola the same as a troy ounce?
No. One troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams while one tola is 11.6638038 grams — a tola is just over a third of an ounce. The conversions on this page go ounce → gram → tola so the USD and PKR values stay consistent.