Latest Gold Rate Update Today in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan eased on the last trading day, moving in line with a pullback in the international bullion market. According to rates shared by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of 24 karat gold fell by Rs. 3,600 per tola, bringing the rate down to Rs. 465,536 per tola. Ten gram gold followed the same trend, dropping Rs. 3,086 to settle at Rs. 399,122.
This update reverses part of the previous session’s gain, when gold had jumped Rs. 3,900 per tola to close at Rs. 469,136 on Friday. Since gold rates in Pakistan can move more than once during a single trading day, always confirm the rate with your local Sarafa Bazar or jeweller before buying or selling.
Today’s Live Gold Rate in Pakistan
Below is the latest gold rate breakdown by purity, based on the APGJSA benchmark 24 karat price.
| Purity | Per Tola | Per 10 Gram | Per Gram |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | Rs. 465,536 | Rs. 399,122 | Rs. 39,912 |
| 22K | Rs. 426,741 | Rs. 365,862 | Rs. 36,586 |
| 21K | Rs. 407,344 | Rs. 349,232 | Rs. 34,923 |
| 18K | Rs. 349,152 | Rs. 299,342 | Rs. 29,934 |
1 tola equals 11.6638 grams. 22K, 21K, and 18K rates are calculated proportionally from the 24K benchmark price, since jewellers price lower karats based on their actual gold content.
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Gold Rate Today vs Yesterday
| Date | 24K Per Tola | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Today (Saturday) | Rs. 465,536 | Down Rs. 3,600 |
| Yesterday (Friday) | Rs. 469,136 | Up Rs. 3,900 |
The swing between the two sessions shows how quickly local rates can move when international prices shift, so treat any gold rate as valid only for the day and city it was quoted in.
International Gold Price Today
The spot rate in the international market slipped by $36 to reach $4,430 per ounce, a figure that already carries a $20 premium. Since Pakistan does not mine gold in commercial quantities, almost all of it is imported, and the local price is built directly on this international benchmark, converted into rupees at the prevailing US Dollar to PKR exchange rate. Around the same time, the interbank US Dollar rate stood at roughly Rs. 277.4 to Rs. 277.6, and even a small shift in this exchange rate can move the local gold price by hundreds of rupees per tola on any given day.
Why Gold Prices Change in Pakistan
Gold rates are not fixed by the government; they move daily based on a mix of local and global factors, including:
- The international spot price of gold, set primarily on the London Bullion Market and COMEX
- The US Dollar to Pakistani Rupee exchange rate
- Import duties and customs costs on bullion entering Pakistan
- Local demand, which typically rises during wedding season and around Eid
- Global interest rate decisions, especially from the US Federal Reserve
- Inflation expectations and investor demand for gold as a safe haven asset
Because gold is priced in US Dollars internationally, a weaker rupee tends to push local gold prices higher even when the international ounce price stays flat, while a stronger rupee can soften the impact of a rising international price.
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Local vs International Gold Rates: What’s the Difference
The rate published daily in Pakistan is set by the APGJSA, which converts the international per-ounce price into rupees per tola after accounting for the exchange rate, import cost, and a small local premium. This is why the domestic rate is not identical to a straight currency conversion of the international price, and why it can occasionally move in the opposite direction on days when the rupee strengthens or weakens sharply against the dollar.
Silver Rate Today
Silver also moved lower in the local market, falling Rs. 63 per tola to Rs. 7,098 per tola, tracking the same downward pressure seen in gold.
How to Calculate Zakat on Gold
Zakat is due on gold once your holding reaches the nisab threshold, which is 7.5 tola (87.48 grams) of gold or its cash equivalent, held for one full lunar year. The zakat rate is 2.5% of the total value.
Example: If you hold 8 tola of 24K gold at today’s rate of Rs. 465,536 per tola, your gold is worth Rs. 3,724,288. Zakat payable would be 2.5% of this amount, which comes to Rs. 93,107.
This calculation applies to gold held as savings or investment. Many scholars also treat jewellery in regular personal use as zakat-eligible if it crosses the nisab threshold, so it’s worth confirming with a trusted religious scholar for your specific situation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gold rate in Pakistan today?
The 24K gold rate in Pakistan today is Rs. 465,536 per tola and Rs. 399,122 per 10 grams, based on the latest APGJSA rate.
What is the 22K gold rate per tola today?
The 22K gold rate today is approximately Rs. 426,741 per tola, calculated from the 24K benchmark price.
What is the 1 gram gold price in Pakistan today?
The 24K gold price per gram today is approximately Rs. 39,912.
Why did the gold rate drop today?
Gold prices in Pakistan fell because the international gold rate declined by $36 per ounce, and the local Sarafa market adjusted its rate downward to match the global trend.
How often does the gold rate change in Pakistan?
The APGJSA can revise gold rates more than once a day depending on movement in the international market and the exchange rate, so the rate quoted in the morning may differ from the rate later in the evening.
Is the gold rate the same in every city of Pakistan?
The benchmark APGJSA rate applies nationwide, but individual jewellers in different cities may quote slightly different rates due to local dealer margins and making charges.