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Gold Rate in Ottapidaram Today

Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi, Tamil Nadu

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Ottapidaram Gold Rates

Today's prices · 30 Oct 2026

22K Gold (916) ↓ ₹41.4
₹13,041.56
per gram
10 grams ₹130,416
100 grams ₹1,304,156
Yesterday ₹13,082.96
24K Gold (999)
₹14,237.45
per gram
10 grams ₹142,375
100 grams ₹1,423,745
Yesterday ₹14,282.65
18K Gold (750)
₹10,688.79
per gram
10 grams ₹106,888
Silver (999)
₹190.48
per gram
100 grams ₹19,048

Gold Rate by Weight in Ottapidaram

Today · 30 Oct 2026

Weight 24K (999) 22K ★ (916) 18K (750)
1 gram ₹14,237 ₹13,042 ₹10,689
2 grams ₹28,475 ₹26,083 ₹21,378
4 grams ₹56,950 ₹52,166 ₹42,755
5 grams ₹71,187 ₹65,208 ₹53,444
8 grams ₹113,900 ₹104,332 ₹85,510
10 grams ₹142,375 ₹130,416 ₹106,888
1 Tola (11.664 g) ₹166,063 ₹152,114 ₹124,672
20 grams ₹284,749 ₹260,831 ₹213,776
50 grams ₹711,873 ₹652,078 ₹534,440
1 Troy oz (31.1 g) ₹442,835 ₹405,638 ₹332,459
100 grams ₹1,423,745 ₹1,304,156 ₹1,068,879
1 kg ₹14,237,450 ₹13,041,560 ₹10,688,790
★ 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 — Ottapidaram

22K & 24K daily rates

Date 24K / gram 22K / gram 22K / 10g
30 Oct 2026 Today ₹14,237.45 ₹13,041.56 ₹130,416
29 Oct 2026 ₹14,282.65 ₹13,082.96 ₹130,830
28 Oct 2026 ₹14,155.05 ₹12,966.06 ₹129,661
27 Oct 2026 ₹14,182.95 ₹12,991.56 ₹129,916
26 Oct 2026 ₹14,174.95 ₹12,984.26 ₹129,843
25 Oct 2026 ₹14,174.95 ₹12,984.26 ₹129,843
24 Oct 2026 ₹14,174.95 ₹12,984.26 ₹129,843
23 Oct 2026 ₹14,281.35 ₹13,081.76 ₹130,818
22 Oct 2026 ₹14,422.45 ₹13,210.96 ₹132,110
21 Oct 2026 ₹14,606.35 ₹13,379.46 ₹133,795

Monthly Gold Rate Summary — Ottapidaram

22K highest and lowest price each month

Oct 2026
High
₹13,699
Low
₹12,966
Sep 2026
High
₹14,285
Low
₹13,566
Aug 2026
High
₹14,628
Low
₹14,628

30-Day Gold Price Trend

22K gold rate movement in Ottapidaram

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About Gold Rate in Ottapidaram

Gold rate in Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi, Tamil Nadu today is ₹13,041.56 per gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) gold and ₹14,237.45 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 Ottapidaram.

The price of gold in Ottapidaram 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 Ottapidaram 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 3 jewellers listed in Ottapidaram on JewellersInCity. Use the listings above to compare prices, read reviews, and find the best jeweller near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gold rate in Ottapidaram — common queries answered

Today's gold rate in Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi is ₹13,041.56/gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) and ₹14,237.45/gram for 24K (999 purity). These rates are as of 30 Oct 2026.
10 grams of 22K gold in Ottapidaram costs ₹130,416 today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs ₹142,375. 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 Ottapidaram costs ₹152,114 and 1 Tola of 24K gold costs ₹166,063.
1 Sovereign equals 8 grams. Today's price for 1 sovereign of 22K gold in Ottapidaram is ₹104,332.
The IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) publishes a national benchmark rate. Local rates in Ottapidaram 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 Ottapidaram costs ₹1,304,156 today. 100 grams of 24K gold costs ₹1,423,745. These are metal values only; buying cost will be higher.
The gold rate across Thoothukkudi district follows the same base IBJA rate with minor tehsil-level adjustments. For the exact Thoothukkudi district rate, visit the Thoothukkudi gold rate page. Ottapidaram is one of the tehsils within Thoothukkudi district.

Ottapidaram Stats

3
Total Jewellers

Today vs Yesterday

22K Today ₹13,041.56
22K Yesterday ₹13,082.96
Change ₹-41.40

Nearby Tehsils

Eral
₹13,041.83/g
↓ ₹41.4
Ettayapuram
₹13,041.34/g
↓ ₹41.4
Kayathar
₹13,041.66/g
↓ ₹41.4
Kovilpatti
₹13,041.38/g
↓ ₹41.4
Sathankulam
₹13,042.05/g
↓ ₹41.4

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

Ottapidaram vs National Gold Rate Today

How the local rate is built up from the IBJA benchmark

Ottapidaram
₹13,042
per gram · 22K
Adjusted
Thoothukkudi Dist.
—
per gram · 22K
Tamil Nadu
—
per gram · 22K
India (IBJA)
₹13,031
per gram · 22K
Ottapidaram: +₹11
Nearest gold hub: Chennai (525 km)
Location premium: +₹10.96/g vs IBJA
▼ ₹41/g vs yesterday

Gold Rate FAQ — Ottapidaram

Common questions about gold pricing in Ottapidaram

What is today's gold rate in Ottapidaram?
Today's 22K (916 hallmark) gold rate in Ottapidaram is ₹13,042 per gram. The 24K (999 purity) rate is ₹14,237/gram and 18K (750) is ₹10,689/gram. This rate is computed from the IBJA national benchmark adjusted for Ottapidaram's distance from Chennai (525 km). Rates fell ₹41/g compared to yesterday.
Why does gold cost more in Ottapidaram 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. Ottapidaram is 525 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 Ottapidaram is +₹10.96 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 Ottapidaram?
Two strategies — astrological and economic — guide gold buying in India. Astrologically, the next auspicious muhurat for Ottapidaram is Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, 9 May 2027 (190 days away), with the local window between 05:56 – 13:17. 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 Ottapidaram?
Two GST components apply to every gold jewellery purchase across India, including Ottapidaram: 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 ₹13,042/g works out to: gold ₹130,416 + making charges (typically 8–15% in Tamil Nadu) + 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 Ottapidaram?
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 Ottapidaram 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 Ottapidaram, the local rate also includes the location premium of +₹10.96/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 Ottapidaram including local making charges and GST:

Gold (22K, 10g) ₹130,416
Making @ 12% ₹15,650
GST (3% gold + 5% making) ₹4,695
Final price ₹150,760

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 Ottapidaram jewellers (before wastage and assay deductions):

22K (916) hallmarked ~₹12,520/g
18K (750) hallmarked ~₹10,254/g
14K (585) hallmarked ~₹8,000/g

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

HUID Verification

Every gold piece sold in Ottapidaram 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 Ottapidaram

Thoothukkudi, Tamil Nadu

Ottapidaram is a tehsil in Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. The nearest major gold trading hub is Chennai, approximately 525 km away, which results in local gold rates running about ₹10.96/g above the IBJA national benchmark. Ottapidaram uses STD code 05865.

STD Code
05865
Nearest Gold Hub
Chennai · 525 km
Coordinates
8.9060°N, 78.0233°E
Gold Price Adjustment
+₹10.96/gram vs national

Upcoming Gold-Buying Muhurats — Ottapidaram

Auspicious dates with local timing (-18 min vs IST)

Akshaya Tritiya

190 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.

Ottapidaram window
05:56 – 13:17
IST: 06:14 – 13:35 IST

Akshaya Tritiya

544 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.

Ottapidaram window
05:36 – 12:06
IST: 05:54 – 12:24 IST

Dhanteras

8 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.

Ottapidaram window
17:11 – 19:06
IST: 17:29 – 19:24 IST
Why timings differ from IST: Vedic muhurats are computed from local sunrise — so Ottapidaram's longitude shifts the auspicious window by roughly 18 minutes from the standard IST muhurat. Ottapidaram jewellers traditionally honour these local windows during festival sales.

Tamil Nadu Jewellery Market

State-level buying context for Ottapidaram shoppers

Tradition & Style

Tamil Nadu is renowned for temple jewellery (Thanjavur style), antique Guttapusalu, and Vanki armlets. Chennai's T. Nagar is South India's largest gold retail hub.

Typical Making Charges

8–15%

of gold value in Tamil Nadu

Preferred Purity

22K hallmark; temple jewellery in 24K gold-plated

Peak Buying Seasons

Pongal (Jan), Akshaya Tritiya, Karthigai Deepam (Nov–Dec)

Major Gold Markets in Tamil Nadu

Chennai Coimbatore Madurai Salem

BIS adoption: High in urban centres; rapidly growing in Tier-2 cities.

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