Gold Today Rate, March 2: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities

Gold Rate Today: Gold prices fell in February, particularly after Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget on 1 February 2026.

However, in March, prices began to rise, with 24K gold gaining sharply by Rs 1,20,600 per 100 grams over the past three days, according to GoodReturns.

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In the latest trading session, gold slipped today, on Monday, March 2, with

• 24K Gold: ₹16,980 per gram, down ₹329
• 22K Gold: ₹15,565 per gram, down ₹300
• 18K Gold: ₹12,735 per gram, down ₹246

The 24-karat gold, recognised for its purity and greater value, is mainly bought for investment purposes, whereas 22-karat and 18-karat gold are chiefly utilised in the creation of jewellery.