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Gold Rate in Sotokur Today

Sotokur, Shamator, Nagaland

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Sotokur Gold Rates

Today's prices · 12 May 2026

22K Gold (916) ↓ ₹0
₹13,641.15
per gram
10 grams ₹136,412
100 grams ₹1,364,115
Yesterday ₹13,782.75
24K Gold (999)
₹14,892.10
per gram
10 grams ₹148,921
100 grams ₹1,489,210
Yesterday ₹15,046.60
18K Gold (750)
₹11,180.28
per gram
10 grams ₹111,803
Silver (999)
₹236.54
per gram
100 grams ₹23,654

Gold Rate by Weight in Sotokur

Today · 12 May 2026

Weight 24K (999) 22K ★ (916) 18K (750)
1 gram ₹14,892 ₹13,641 ₹11,180
2 grams ₹29,784 ₹27,282 ₹22,361
4 grams ₹59,568 ₹54,565 ₹44,721
5 grams ₹74,461 ₹68,206 ₹55,901
8 grams ₹119,137 ₹109,129 ₹89,442
10 grams ₹148,921 ₹136,412 ₹111,803
1 Tola (11.664 g) ₹173,698 ₹159,108 ₹130,405
20 grams ₹297,842 ₹272,823 ₹223,606
50 grams ₹744,605 ₹682,058 ₹559,014
1 Troy oz (31.1 g) ₹463,196 ₹424,288 ₹347,746
100 grams ₹1,489,210 ₹1,364,115 ₹1,118,028
1 kg ₹14,892,100 ₹13,641,150 ₹11,180,280
★ 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 — Sotokur

22K & 24K daily rates

Date 24K / gram 22K / gram 22K / 10g
29 Apr 2026 Today ₹14,892.10 ₹13,641.15 ₹136,412
11 Apr 2026 ₹15,046.60 ₹13,782.75 ₹137,828
06 Apr 2026 ₹14,674.60 ₹13,441.96 ₹134,420
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 — Sotokur

22K highest and lowest price each month

Apr 2026
High
₹13,783
Low
₹13,442
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 Sotokur

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About Gold Rate in Sotokur

Gold rate in Sotokur, Shamator, Nagaland today is ₹13,641.15 per gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) gold and ₹14,892.10 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 Sotokur.

The price of gold in Sotokur 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 Sotokur 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gold rate in Sotokur — common queries answered

Today's gold rate in Sotokur, Shamator is ₹13,641.15/gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) and ₹14,892.10/gram for 24K (999 purity). These rates are as of 12 May 2026.
10 grams of 22K gold in Sotokur costs ₹136,412 today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs ₹148,921. 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 Sotokur costs ₹159,108 and 1 Tola of 24K gold costs ₹173,698.
1 Sovereign equals 8 grams. Today's price for 1 sovereign of 22K gold in Sotokur is ₹109,129.
The IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) publishes a national benchmark rate. Local rates in Sotokur 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 Sotokur costs ₹1,364,115 today. 100 grams of 24K gold costs ₹1,489,210. These are metal values only; buying cost will be higher.
The gold rate across Shamator district follows the same base IBJA rate with minor tehsil-level adjustments. For the exact Shamator district rate, visit the Shamator gold rate page. Sotokur is one of the tehsils within Shamator district.

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Today vs Yesterday

22K Today ₹13,641.15
22K Yesterday ₹13,782.75
Change ₹-141.60

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

Sotokur vs National Gold Rate Today

How the local rate is built up from the IBJA benchmark

Sotokur
₹13,641
per gram · 22K
Adjusted
Shamator Dist.
—
per gram · 22K
Nagaland
—
per gram · 22K
India (IBJA)
₹13,773
per gram · 22K
Sotokur: ₹132
Nearest gold hub: Kolkata (759 km)
Location premium: +₹12.75/g vs IBJA

Gold Rate FAQ — Sotokur

Common questions about gold pricing in Sotokur

What is today's gold rate in Sotokur?
Today's 22K (916 hallmark) gold rate in Sotokur is ₹13,641 per gram. The 24K (999 purity) rate is ₹14,892/gram and 18K (750) is ₹11,180/gram. This rate is computed from the IBJA national benchmark adjusted for Sotokur's distance from Kolkata (759 km).
Why does gold cost less in Sotokur 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. Sotokur is 759 km from the nearest hub (Kolkata), so jewellers add a small location premium to cover transport, insurance, and local handling. The current location premium for Sotokur is +₹12.75 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 Sotokur?
Two strategies — astrological and economic — guide gold buying in India. Astrologically, the next auspicious muhurat for Sotokur is Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, 9 May 2027 (362 days away), with the local window between 07:03 – 14:24. 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 Sotokur?
Two GST components apply to every gold jewellery purchase across India, including Sotokur: 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 ₹13,641/g works out to: gold ₹136,412 + making charges (typically 12–18% in Nagaland) + 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 Sotokur?
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 Sotokur 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 Sotokur, the local rate also includes the location premium of +₹12.75/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 Sotokur including local making charges and GST:

Gold (22K, 10g) ₹136,412
Making @ 12% ₹16,369
GST (3% gold + 5% making) ₹4,911
Final price ₹157,692

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 Sotokur jewellers (before wastage and assay deductions):

22K (916) hallmarked ~₹13,096/g
18K (750) hallmarked ~₹10,725/g
14K (585) hallmarked ~₹8,368/g

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

HUID Verification

Every gold piece sold in Sotokur 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 Sotokur

Shamator, Nagaland

Sotokur is a tehsil in Shamator district, Nagaland. The nearest major gold trading hub is Kolkata, approximately 759 km away, which results in local gold rates running about ₹12.75/g above the IBJA national benchmark. Sotokur uses STD code 01820.

STD Code
01820
Nearest Gold Hub
Kolkata · 759 km
Coordinates
26.1524°N, 94.7511°E
Gold Price Adjustment
+₹12.75/gram vs national

Upcoming Gold-Buying Muhurats — Sotokur

Auspicious dates with local timing (+49 min vs IST)

Akshaya Tritiya

362 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.

Sotokur window
07:03 – 14:24
IST: 06:14 – 13:35 IST

Akshaya Tritiya

716 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.

Sotokur window
06:43 – 13:13
IST: 05:54 – 12:24 IST

Dhanteras

179 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.

Sotokur window
18:18 – 20:13
IST: 17:29 – 19:24 IST
Why timings differ from IST: Vedic muhurats are computed from local sunrise — so Sotokur's longitude shifts the auspicious window by roughly 49 minutes from the standard IST muhurat. Sotokur jewellers traditionally honour these local windows during festival sales.

Nagaland Jewellery Market

State-level buying context for Sotokur shoppers

Tradition & Style

Nagaland's 17 major tribes (Angami, Ao, Sumi, Lotha, Konyak, etc.) each have distinct jewellery traditions involving shells, beads, brass, and conch. Gold has emerged in the past 30 years for urban Christian weddings.

Typical Making Charges

12–18%

of gold value in Nagaland

Preferred Purity

Gold preference recent; Naga tribes traditionally use shell, bead, brass

Peak Buying Seasons

Hornbill Festival (Dec), Sekrenyi (Feb), Christmas, wedding season

Major Gold Markets in Nagaland

Dimapur Kohima

BIS adoption: Limited — Dimapur has growing BIS adoption; tribal pieces remain non-hallmarked craft.