Gold Rate Today in Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh โ Complete Guide (23 August 2026)
Today's gold rate in Machilipatnam is โน16,315/gram (24K), โน14,950/gram (22K), and โน12,232/gram (18K). 1 Tola (11.6638 grams of 24K gold) costs โน1,90,294.897 in Machilipatnam today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs โน1,63,150 and 10 grams of 22K gold costs โน1,49,500 in Machilipatnam.
Gold Purity & Price Comparison in Machilipatnam
| Purity | Karat | Gold % | Rate/gram | Best For |
|---|
| 999 | 24K | 99.9% | โน16,315 | Investment, Coins |
| 916 | 22K | 91.6% | โน14,950 | Jewellery |
| 750 | 18K | 75.0% | โน12,232 | Diamond Jewellery |
| 585 | 14K | 58.5% | โน9,544 | Fashion Jewellery |
Factors Affecting Gold Price in Machilipatnam
- International Gold Prices: Machilipatnam's gold rate follows global LBMA benchmarks converted to INR.
- USD/INR Exchange Rate: A weaker rupee makes imported gold more expensive in Machilipatnam.
- Import Duty & GST: 15% import duty + 3% GST are included in the retail gold price.
- Local Demand: Wedding season and festivals drive up gold demand in Andhra Pradesh.
- Transportation & Dealer Margin: Minor โน0โ50/gram variation from the base indicative rate in Machilipatnam.
Tax on Gold Purchase in Machilipatnam
- GST: 3% on gold jewellery, coins, and bars purchased in Machilipatnam
- Making Charges GST: 5% GST on making/labour charges at Machilipatnam jewellers
- Capital Gains: Short-term (<3 years) โ income slab rate. Long-term (3+ years) โ 20% with indexation
- TDS: 1% TDS on gold purchases exceeding โน10 lakh per year
Where to Buy Gold in Machilipatnam?
You can buy BIS-hallmarked gold in Machilipatnam from trusted national and regional jewellery chains. Always look for the HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) stamp and compare making charges (3โ25% depending on design) before buying.
๐ฌ Vaibhav Jewellers
๐ฌ CMR Jewellery
๐ฌ Kalyan Jewellers
๐ฌ Malabar Gold and Diamonds
๐ฌ Joyalukkas
๐ฌ GRT Jewellers
Popular gold markets & jewellery hubs near Machilipatnam:
- Governorpet Vijayawada
- Jagadamba Junction Vizag
- Tirupati Gold Market
Gold Loan in Machilipatnam
Banks and NBFCs in Machilipatnamoffer gold loans at 7-12% interest per annum. With today's 22K rate at โน14,950/gram, 10 grams of gold can fetch a loan of approximately โน1,12,125 (75% LTV). Top gold loan providers in Machilipatnam: Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance, Muthoot Fincorp, IIFL Finance, Shriram Finance, State Bank of India (SBI), Union Bank of India (merged with Andhra Bank), Indian Bank, Canara Bank, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Federal Bank, Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank (APGB), Chaitanya Godavari Grameena Bank, Saptagiri Grameena Bank, Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (APCOB), Local District Central Co-operative (DCC) Banks, Rupeek.
Gold Tradition & Culture in Andhra Pradesh
Tirupati Tirumala temple receives the most gold donations in India. Telugu weddings feature elaborate gold jewellery. Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam are major gold retail markets.
Best time to buy gold in Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh: Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Sankranti (Jan), Dussehra.
Gold Investment Options in Machilipatnam
- Physical Gold: Buy 22K/24K gold coins, bars, and jewellery from trusted Machilipatnam jewellers.
- Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs): Government-backed, 2.5% annual interest + tax-free maturity. Buy from any bank in Machilipatnam.
- Gold ETFs: Trade on NSE/BSE like shares. No storage hassle. Top picks: Nippon Gold ETF, SBI Gold ETF.
- Digital Gold: Buy from โน1 via Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm. Gold stored in insured vaults.
- Gold Mutual Funds: Invest via SIP using our SIP Calculator.
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โธ What is today's gold rate in Machilipatnam?
Today's gold rate in Machilipatnam (Andhra Pradesh): 24K = โน16,315/gram, 22K = โน14,950/gram, 18K = โน12,232/gram. 1 Tola (เฐคเฑเฐฒเฐ) = โน1,74,373.81.
โธ Did gold price go up or down today in Machilipatnam?
Gold price remained unchanged today in Machilipatnam. 24K is โน16,315/gram, 22K is โน14,950/gram, 18K is โน12,232/gram.
โธ Why did gold price rise today in Machilipatnam?
Today gold rate remained unchanged on 23 August 2026 (Sunday), with the 22K gold price holding at Saturday's level. The main reason gold rate today has not changed is the weekend closure of major international bullion markets, which means there is no fresh global gold price discovery on Sunday.
Read full market analysis โโธ What is 22K gold rate in Machilipatnam today?
โธ How much does 1 Tola (เฐคเฑเฐฒเฐ) gold cost in Machilipatnam?
1 Tola (เฐคเฑเฐฒเฐ) is equal to 11.6638 grams of 24K gold. Today's 1 Tola (เฐคเฑเฐฒเฐ) price in Machilipatnam is โน1,90,294.897.
โธ What is 10 gram gold price in Machilipatnam?โผ
โธ Is gold rate same in Machilipatnam and other cities?โผ
Largely yes. Gold rates across India broadly follow a single national benchmark (aligned with IBJA's daily published rate). However, minor variations (โน0-50/gram) exist in Machilipatnam due to local taxes, transportation cost, octroi, and local jeweller associations' policies.
โธ Where to buy gold in Machilipatnam?โผ
You can buy gold in $Machilipatnam from top showrooms like Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kalyan Jewellers, Joyalukkas, and certified local retailers. Always look for the BIS Hallmark logo and HUID number.
Full HUID verification guide โโธ What is making charge in Machilipatnam jewellers?โผ
Making charges in $Machilipatnam range from 3% to 25% of the gold price depending on style. Plain chains or bangles range from 3% to 8%, while intricate bridal ornaments or temple designs range from 15% to 25%. GST of 5% applies to making charges separately.
Full jewellery price calculator โโธ Can I get gold loan in Machilipatnam?โผ
Yes. Banks and NBFCs in Machilipatnam offer gold loans up to 75% of the gold's value at 7-12% interest rates. 10g of 22K gold (โน1,49,500) can fetch a loan of ~โน1,12,125. Major providers include SBI, Muthoot Finance, and Manappuram.
Compare gold loan options โ SBI Gold Loan โโธ What tax do I pay on gold in Machilipatnam?โผ
Buying gold jewellery attracts 3% GST on the gold value, plus 5% GST on the making charges. A 1% TDS applies if you purchase gold worth more than โน10 lakh in cash.
Full gold price GST breakup โโธ Is gold a good investment in Machilipatnam?โผ
โธ What is 916 gold in Machilipatnam?โผ
โธ How to check gold purity in Machilipatnam?โผ
Look for the BIS Hallmark stamp (which includes the BIS triangular logo, 916/750 purity mark) and the unique 6-character HUID alphanumeric code. You can verify the HUID using the BIS Care app.
Step-by-step HUID check โโธ Is gold a good investment in 2026?โผ
โธ Where can I find accurate gold rate in Machilipatnam daily?โผ
WealthMinty publishes indicative daily gold rates for Machilipatnam, covering 24K, 22K, and 18K prices. Rates are manually curated by our editorial team from public bullion market data, updated daily, with 1-month price history, gold weight calculator, and nearby city comparison.
View all India gold rates โโธ What is the gold rate trend this month in Machilipatnam?โผ
โธ How much gold can I buy for โน1 lakh in Machilipatnam?โผ
At today's rate in Machilipatnam, โน1,00,000 can buy 6.13 grams of 24K gold or 6.69 grams of 22K gold. For โน50,000, you get 3.06g (24K) or 3.34g (22K). Making charges (3-25%) and 3% GST are extra.
โธ What is the gold rate for 1 gram, 1 pavan (8g) and 10 grams today in Machilipatnam?โผ
Today's 22K (916) gold rate in Machilipatnam is โน14,950 per gram. So 1 pavan / 1 Tola (เฐคเฑเฐฒเฐ, 11.6638g) = โน1,90,294.897 and 10 grams (1 tola) = โน1,49,500. See the weight-by-weight maths in our
1 gram,
1 pavan (8 gram) and
10 gram gold rate guides.
โธ Is the gold rate the same in the morning and evening in Machilipatnam?โผ
For the retail rate a jeweller in Machilipatnam will quote, yes โ jewellers fix their daily rate once in the morning (around 10:00 AM IST, after IBJA publishes its benchmark) and keep it all day. The MCX futures price ticks through the day, but that only feeds into the next morning's fix. See our
morning vs evening gold rate explainer and
why gold price changes daily.
โธ What is the difference between MCX gold price and the retail rate in Machilipatnam?โผ
MCX is the futures price (per 10 grams, ex-duty/ex-GST) at which gold contracts trade on the exchange โ it moves continuously. The retail rate a Machilipatnam jeweller charges per gram already bundles in import duty (~15%) + 3% GST + the jeweller's margin, so it is always higher. Read our full
MCX vs retail gold price comparison.
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