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Gold Rate in Farakka Today

Farakka, Murshidabad, West Bengal

Updated Today

Farakka Gold Rates

Today's prices · 08 May 2026

22K Gold (916) ↓ ₹0
₹13,635.36
per gram
10 grams ₹136,354
100 grams ₹1,363,536
Yesterday ₹13,776.96
24K Gold (999)
₹14,885.79
per gram
10 grams ₹148,858
100 grams ₹1,488,579
Yesterday ₹15,040.29
18K Gold (750)
₹11,175.53
per gram
10 grams ₹111,755
Silver (999)
₹236.54
per gram
100 grams ₹23,654

Gold Rate by Weight in Farakka

Today · 08 May 2026

Weight 24K (999) 22K ★ (916) 18K (750)
1 gram ₹14,886 ₹13,635 ₹11,176
2 grams ₹29,772 ₹27,271 ₹22,351
4 grams ₹59,543 ₹54,541 ₹44,702
5 grams ₹74,429 ₹68,177 ₹55,878
8 grams ₹119,086 ₹109,083 ₹89,404
10 grams ₹148,858 ₹136,354 ₹111,755
1 Tola (11.664 g) ₹173,625 ₹159,040 ₹130,349
20 grams ₹297,716 ₹272,707 ₹223,511
50 grams ₹744,290 ₹681,768 ₹558,777
1 Troy oz (31.1 g) ₹463,000 ₹424,107 ₹347,598
100 grams ₹1,488,579 ₹1,363,536 ₹1,117,553
1 kg ₹14,885,790 ₹13,635,360 ₹11,175,530
★ 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 — Farakka

22K & 24K daily rates

Date 24K / gram 22K / gram 22K / 10g
29 Apr 2026 Today ₹14,885.79 ₹13,635.36 ₹136,354
11 Apr 2026 ₹15,040.29 ₹13,776.96 ₹137,770
06 Apr 2026 ₹14,663.42 ₹13,431.70 ₹134,317
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 — Farakka

22K highest and lowest price each month

Apr 2026
High
₹13,777
Low
₹13,432
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 Farakka

Jewellers in Farakka

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About Gold Rate in Farakka

Gold rate in Farakka, Murshidabad, West Bengal today is ₹13,635.36 per gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) gold and ₹14,885.79 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 Farakka.

The price of gold in Farakka 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 Farakka 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 46 jewellers listed in Farakka on JewellersInCity. Use the listings above to compare prices, read reviews, and find the best jeweller near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gold rate in Farakka — common queries answered

Today's gold rate in Farakka, Murshidabad is ₹13,635.36/gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) and ₹14,885.79/gram for 24K (999 purity). These rates are as of 08 May 2026.
10 grams of 22K gold in Farakka costs ₹136,354 today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs ₹148,858. 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 Farakka costs ₹159,040 and 1 Tola of 24K gold costs ₹173,625.
1 Sovereign equals 8 grams. Today's price for 1 sovereign of 22K gold in Farakka is ₹109,083.
The IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) publishes a national benchmark rate. Local rates in Farakka 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 Farakka costs ₹1,363,536 today. 100 grams of 24K gold costs ₹1,488,579. These are metal values only; buying cost will be higher.
The gold rate across Murshidabad district follows the same base IBJA rate with minor tehsil-level adjustments. For the exact Murshidabad district rate, visit the Murshidabad gold rate page. Farakka is one of the tehsils within Murshidabad district.

Farakka Stats

46
Total Jewellers

Today vs Yesterday

22K Today ₹13,635.36
22K Yesterday ₹13,776.96
Change ₹-141.60

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Farakka vs National Gold Rate Today

How the local rate is built up from the IBJA benchmark

Farakka
₹13,635
per gram · 22K
Adjusted
Murshidabad Dist.
—
per gram · 22K
West Bengal
—
per gram · 22K
India (IBJA)
₹13,845
per gram · 22K
Farakka: ₹210
Nearest gold hub: Kolkata (250 km)
Location premium: +₹6.96/g vs IBJA

Gold Rate FAQ — Farakka

Common questions about gold pricing in Farakka

What is today's gold rate in Farakka?
Today's 22K (916 hallmark) gold rate in Farakka is ₹13,635 per gram. The 24K (999 purity) rate is ₹14,886/gram and 18K (750) is ₹11,176/gram. This rate is computed from the IBJA national benchmark adjusted for Farakka's distance from Kolkata (250 km).
Why does gold cost less in Farakka 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. Farakka is 250 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 Farakka is +₹6.96 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 Farakka?
Two strategies — astrological and economic — guide gold buying in India. Astrologically, the next auspicious muhurat for Farakka is Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, 9 May 2027 (365 days away), with the local window between 06:35 – 13:56. 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 Farakka?
Two GST components apply to every gold jewellery purchase across India, including Farakka: 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 ₹13,635/g works out to: gold ₹136,354 + making charges (typically 10–16% in West Bengal) + 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 Farakka?
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 Farakka 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 Farakka, the local rate also includes the location premium of +₹6.96/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 Farakka including local making charges and GST:

Gold (22K, 10g) ₹136,354
Making @ 12% ₹16,362
GST (3% gold + 5% making) ₹4,909
Final price ₹157,625

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 Farakka jewellers (before wastage and assay deductions):

22K (916) hallmarked ~₹13,090/g
18K (750) hallmarked ~₹10,721/g
14K (585) hallmarked ~₹8,364/g

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

HUID Verification

Every gold piece sold in Farakka 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 Farakka

Murshidabad, West Bengal

Farakka is a tehsil in Murshidabad district, West Bengal. The nearest major gold trading hub is Kolkata, approximately 250 km away, which results in local gold rates running about ₹6.96/g above the IBJA national benchmark. Farakka uses STD code 02223.

STD Code
02223
Nearest Gold Hub
Kolkata · 250 km
Coordinates
24.7797°N, 87.9167°E
Gold Price Adjustment
+₹6.96/gram vs national

Upcoming Gold-Buying Muhurats — Farakka

Auspicious dates with local timing (+22 min vs IST)

Akshaya Tritiya

365 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.

Farakka window
06:35 – 13:56
IST: 06:14 – 13:35 IST

Akshaya Tritiya

719 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.

Farakka window
06:15 – 12:45
IST: 05:54 – 12:24 IST

Dhanteras

183 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.

Farakka window
17:50 – 19:45
IST: 17:29 – 19:24 IST
Why timings differ from IST: Vedic muhurats are computed from local sunrise — so Farakka's longitude shifts the auspicious window by roughly 22 minutes from the standard IST muhurat. Farakka jewellers traditionally honour these local windows during festival sales.

West Bengal Jewellery Market

State-level buying context for Farakka shoppers

Tradition & Style

Bengal is famous for intricate filigree (Dokra), Shankha-Pola bridal set, and elaborate Banarasi gold embroidery. Kolkata's Bow Bazaar is one of India's oldest gold trading streets.

Typical Making Charges

10–16%

of gold value in West Bengal

Preferred Purity

22K; traditional Bengali jewellery in 18K–22K

Peak Buying Seasons

Durga Puja (Sep–Oct), Dhanteras, wedding season (Nov–Feb)

Major Gold Markets in West Bengal

Kolkata Durgapur Siliguri Asansol

BIS adoption: Moderate — Kolkata has strong BIS penetration; rural areas are growing.