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Gold Rate in Kochi Today

Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala

Updated Today

Kochi Gold Rates

Today's prices · 15 May 2026

22K Gold (916) ↓ ₹0
₹13,639.70
per gram
10 grams ₹136,397
100 grams ₹1,363,970
Yesterday ₹13,781.30
24K Gold (999)
₹14,890.52
per gram
10 grams ₹148,905
100 grams ₹1,489,052
Yesterday ₹15,045.02
18K Gold (750)
₹11,179.09
per gram
10 grams ₹111,791
Silver (999)
₹236.54
per gram
100 grams ₹23,654

Gold Rate by Weight in Kochi

Today · 15 May 2026

Weight 24K (999) 22K ★ (916) 18K (750)
1 gram ₹14,891 ₹13,640 ₹11,179
2 grams ₹29,781 ₹27,279 ₹22,358
4 grams ₹59,562 ₹54,559 ₹44,716
5 grams ₹74,453 ₹68,199 ₹55,895
8 grams ₹119,124 ₹109,118 ₹89,433
10 grams ₹148,905 ₹136,397 ₹111,791
1 Tola (11.664 g) ₹173,680 ₹159,091 ₹130,391
20 grams ₹297,810 ₹272,794 ₹223,582
50 grams ₹744,526 ₹681,985 ₹558,955
1 Troy oz (31.1 g) ₹463,147 ₹424,242 ₹347,709
100 grams ₹1,489,052 ₹1,363,970 ₹1,117,909
1 kg ₹14,890,520 ₹13,639,700 ₹11,179,090
★ 22K (916 Hallmark) is the standard for jewellery in India. Prices are metal value only — making charges, GST (3%), and hallmarking fee are additional.

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10-Day Gold Rate History — Kochi

22K & 24K daily rates

Date 24K / gram 22K / gram 22K / 10g
29 Apr 2026 Today ₹14,890.52 ₹13,639.70 ₹136,397
11 Apr 2026 ₹15,045.02 ₹13,781.30 ₹137,813
06 Apr 2026 ₹14,672.47 ₹13,440.01 ₹134,400
08 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
07 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
06 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
05 Mar 2026 ₹16,058.60 ₹14,709.70 ₹147,097
04 Mar 2026 ₹16,254.80 ₹14,889.40 ₹148,894
03 Mar 2026 ₹16,747.10 ₹15,340.30 ₹153,403
02 Mar 2026 ₹16,747.10 ₹15,340.30 ₹153,403

Monthly Gold Rate Summary — Kochi

22K highest and lowest price each month

Apr 2026
High
₹13,781
Low
₹13,440
Mar 2026
High
₹15,340
Low
₹14,542
Feb 2026
High
₹14,587
Low
₹13,621

30-Day Gold Price Trend

22K gold rate movement in Kochi

Jewellers in Kochi

69 verified jewellers

Aanya Gold

Aanya Gold

Achal Jewels Private Limited

Achal Jewels Private Limited

Agd Gold And Diamonds Private Limited

Agd Gold And Diamonds Private Limited

Aiswarya Fashion Jewellery

Aiswarya Fashion Jewellery

Aiswarya Jewellery

Aiswarya Jewellery

Al Latif

Al Latif

Alapatt Gold Den Pvt.ltd

Alapatt Gold Den Pvt.ltd

Aleena Jewellery

Aleena Jewellery

Alpha Kosmik Designs Llp

Alpha Kosmik Designs Llp

Ambika Jewellers

Ambika Jewellers

Ameparambil Jewellery

Ameparambil Jewellery

Aravind Jewellery

Aravind Jewellery

About Gold Rate in Kochi

Gold rate in Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala today is ₹13,639.70 per gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) gold and ₹14,890.52 per gram for 24K (999) gold. These rates are updated daily based on the official IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) rate, adjusted for local market conditions in Kochi.

The price of gold in Kochi may vary slightly from the national IBJA rate due to transportation costs from the nearest wholesale gold hub, local taxes, and jeweller margins. The actual price you pay at a jewellery store will be higher — jewellers add making charges (typically ₹200–₹800 per gram), 3% GST on the total, and a hallmarking fee of ₹45 per piece.

22K gold (916 hallmark) is the most popular choice for jewellery purchases in India including Kochi because it is durable and affordable. 24K gold (999 purity) is preferred for investment in coins and bars as it has no alloy content. 18K gold is used for lightweight, modern jewellery designs.

There are currently 69 jewellers listed in Kochi on JewellersInCity. Use the listings above to compare prices, read reviews, and find the best jeweller near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gold rate in Kochi — common queries answered

Today's gold rate in Kochi, Ernakulam is ₹13,639.70/gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) and ₹14,890.52/gram for 24K (999 purity). These rates are as of 15 May 2026.
10 grams of 22K gold in Kochi costs ₹136,397 today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs ₹148,905. Note: actual purchase price will include making charges and 3% GST.
1 Tola equals 11.664 grams. At today's rate, 1 Tola of 22K gold in Kochi costs ₹159,091 and 1 Tola of 24K gold costs ₹173,680.
1 Sovereign equals 8 grams. Today's price for 1 sovereign of 22K gold in Kochi is ₹109,118.
The IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) publishes a national benchmark rate. Local rates in Kochi vary by ₹1–₹15 per gram due to transportation costs from the nearest wholesale gold market, local demand, and supply chain logistics. Cities near wholesale hubs like Mumbai, Delhi, or Ahmedabad tend to have rates closer to the national benchmark.
22K gold (916 hallmark) is ideal for jewellery as it is more durable due to alloy content, and is the most common purity in Indian jewellery stores. 24K gold (999) is best for investment — coins and bars — because it has no alloy and retains value better. For daily-wear jewellery, 22K is the practical choice.
100 grams of 22K gold in Kochi costs ₹1,363,970 today. 100 grams of 24K gold costs ₹1,489,052. These are metal values only; buying cost will be higher.
The gold rate across Ernakulam district follows the same base IBJA rate with minor tehsil-level adjustments. For the exact Ernakulam district rate, visit the Ernakulam gold rate page. Kochi is one of the tehsils within Ernakulam district.

Kochi Stats

69
Total Jewellers

Today vs Yesterday

22K Today ₹13,639.70
22K Yesterday ₹13,781.30
Change ₹-141.60

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Rates shown are indicative. Actual prices include making charges, GST and vary by jeweller.

Kochi vs National Gold Rate Today

How the local rate is built up from the IBJA benchmark

Kochi
₹13,640
per gram · 22K
Adjusted
Ernakulam Dist.
—
per gram · 22K
Kerala
—
per gram · 22K
India (IBJA)
₹14,762
per gram · 22K
Kochi: ₹1,123
Nearest gold hub: Chennai (559 km)
Location premium: +₹11.30/g vs IBJA

Gold Rate FAQ — Kochi

Common questions about gold pricing in Kochi

What is today's gold rate in Kochi?
Today's 22K (916 hallmark) gold rate in Kochi is ₹13,640 per gram. The 24K (999 purity) rate is ₹14,891/gram and 18K (750) is ₹11,179/gram. This rate is computed from the IBJA national benchmark adjusted for Kochi's distance from Chennai (559 km).
Why does gold cost less in Kochi than the national rate?
Gold is physically transported from major bullion hubs (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Surat) to retail outlets across India. Kochi is 559 km from the nearest hub (Chennai), so jewellers add a small location premium to cover transport, insurance, and local handling. The current location premium for Kochi is +₹11.30 per gram over the IBJA benchmark. State-level taxes and association-set retail prices also create small variations between cities.
When is the best time to buy gold in Kochi?
Two strategies — astrological and economic — guide gold buying in India. Astrologically, the next auspicious muhurat for Kochi is Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, 9 May 2027 (358 days away), with the local window between 05:49 – 13:10. Economically, IBJA publishes rates twice daily (AM and PM) — afternoon rates often differ from morning by ₹20–₹100/g. Avoid buying during festival peaks (Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras) when rates spike from demand. Gold tends to soften in March-April after wedding season ends and again in September before Navratri starts.
What are the GST and other taxes on gold in Kochi?
Two GST components apply to every gold jewellery purchase across India, including Kochi: 3% GST on the gold value (weight × today's rate) and 5% GST on the making charges. A typical 10-gram 22K piece at today's rate of ₹13,640/g works out to: gold ₹136,397 + making charges (typically 8–13% in Kerala) + 3% GST on gold + 5% GST on making. Since June 2021, hallmarking adds no extra cost — every BIS-certified piece must include the HUID stamp at no charge. Always insist on a GST-compliant tax invoice; without one, the purchase isn't legally protected and resale value drops.
How often do gold rates change in Kochi?
The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) publishes official benchmark rates twice every working day — once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Most jewellers in Kochi update their counter rates with the AM IBJA rate and hold it through the day. International gold prices in London or Comex can shift the IBJA AM-vs-PM by ₹50–₹200 per gram on volatile days. On weekends and bank holidays no fresh rate is published, so Friday's evening rate carries through to Monday morning. For Kochi, the local rate also includes the location premium of +₹11.30/g — this stays stable for weeks unless the nearest hub's transport costs change.

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Today's All-In Price (per 10g)

Final out-of-pocket price for 10 grams in Kochi including local making charges and GST:

Gold (22K, 10g) ₹136,397
Making @ 12% ₹16,368
GST (3% gold + 5% making) ₹4,910
Final price ₹157,675

Estimate only — your jeweller's actual making rate may differ. Always ask for an itemised bill.

Old Gold Exchange Rate

Today's likely buy-back rate per gram at Kochi jewellers (before wastage and assay deductions):

22K (916) hallmarked ~₹13,094/g
18K (750) hallmarked ~₹10,724/g
14K (585) hallmarked ~₹8,367/g

Formula: today's 22K × purity factor × (1 − wastage). Most Kochi jewellers deduct 2–8% as wastage. Non-hallmarked gold gets assayed first, often reducing the rate further.

HUID Verification

Every gold piece sold in Kochi after June 2021 must carry a six-digit HUID. To verify any bill or piece:

  1. Download BIS Care app (Play Store / App Store, free)
  2. Tap "Verify HUID" inside the app
  3. Enter the six-digit code stamped on your jewellery
  4. Match jeweller name + purity + hallmarking date with your bill

If the BIS Care result differs from the jeweller you bought from, refuse the piece and report to BIS at 1800-11-4000.

About Kochi

Ernakulam, Kerala

Kochi is a tehsil in Ernakulam district, Kerala. The nearest major gold trading hub is Chennai, approximately 559 km away, which results in local gold rates running about ₹11.30/g above the IBJA national benchmark. Kochi uses STD code 05660.

STD Code
05660
Nearest Gold Hub
Chennai · 559 km
Coordinates
9.9312°N, 76.2673°E
Gold Price Adjustment
+₹11.30/gram vs national

Upcoming Gold-Buying Muhurats — Kochi

Auspicious dates with local timing (-25 min vs IST)

Akshaya Tritiya

358 days away

Sunday, 9 May 2027

The single most auspicious day of the Hindu calendar to buy gold. Wealth purchased today is believed to grow continuously.

Kochi window
05:49 – 13:10
IST: 06:14 – 13:35 IST

Akshaya Tritiya

712 days away

Thursday, 27 April 2028

The single most auspicious day of the Hindu calendar to buy gold. Wealth purchased today is believed to grow continuously.

Kochi window
05:29 – 11:59
IST: 05:54 – 12:24 IST

Dhanteras

176 days away

Saturday, 7 November 2026

The first day of Diwali — when buying gold, silver and utensils invokes Goddess Lakshmi's blessings. Largest single-day gold buying event in India.

Kochi window
17:04 – 18:59
IST: 17:29 – 19:24 IST
Why timings differ from IST: Vedic muhurats are computed from local sunrise — so Kochi's longitude shifts the auspicious window by roughly 25 minutes from the standard IST muhurat. Kochi jewellers traditionally honour these local windows during festival sales.

Kerala Jewellery Market

State-level buying context for Kochi shoppers

Tradition & Style

Kerala has the highest per-capita gold consumption in India. Cherabhumi (waist belt) and Kasumala necklaces are iconic bridal pieces. Thrissur is the state's gold trade capital.

Typical Making Charges

8–13%

of gold value in Kerala

Preferred Purity

22K hallmark; 24K coins popular for investment

Peak Buying Seasons

Onam (Aug–Sep), Vishu (Apr), Christmas, wedding season (Dec–Feb)

Major Gold Markets in Kerala

Thrissur Kochi Kozhikode Thiruvananthapuram

BIS adoption: Very high — Kerala's organized retail jewellery sector is among the most BIS-compliant in India.