Gold and silver rates in Pakistan move daily, tracking international bullion prices and the dollar-rupee exchange rate. Here’s where both stand today, October 8, 2026, across the common purities bought and sold in the local market.
Gold Rate Today in Pakistan
| Purity | Per Tola | Per 10 Grams |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat | Rs. 434,436 | Rs. 372,458 |
| 22 Karat | Rs. 398,233 | Rs. 341,421 |
| 21 Karat | Rs. 380,132 | Rs. 325,902 |
| 18 Karat | Rs. 325,827 | Rs. 279,344 |
Gold prices eased today, with 24-karat gold down around Rs. 3,100 per tola compared to the previous session, continuing a softer trend in both local and international markets.
Silver Rate Today in Pakistan
Silver is trading at Rs. 6,488 per tola today, down roughly Rs. 100 from the previous day’s rate.
Why Gold and Silver Prices Are Falling
The dip tracks a broader pullback in international gold prices, which have been easing after recently touching record highs near $4,000 per ounce. Local rates in Pakistan move in step with these global prices, adjusted for the dollar-to-rupee exchange rate, so any shift in international markets is typically felt in local jewelry markets within the same trading day.
What Affects Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan?
- International bullion markets: Local rates largely follow global gold and silver prices, which respond to US interest rate expectations, inflation data, and overall investor demand for safe-haven assets.
- Dollar-to-rupee exchange rate: Since gold is priced internationally in US dollars, a weaker rupee pushes local gold prices higher even if the global dollar price stays flat, and vice versa.
- Local demand: Seasonal buying around weddings and festivals can push local premiums up temporarily, independent of global price movements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do gold and silver rates change in Pakistan?
Rates are typically revised once or twice daily by local jewelers’ associations, tracking movement in international markets and the exchange rate throughout the trading day.
Where do these rates come from?
Local gold and silver rates are set by jewelers’ associations (such as the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association) based on international spot prices and the current dollar exchange rate.
What is a tola?
A tola is the traditional unit used for gold and silver trading in Pakistan and the wider South Asian region, equal to approximately 11.66 grams.
Do these rates include making charges for jewelry?
No. These are raw metal rates. Jewelry purchases typically include additional making charges and, in some cases, taxes on top of the base gold or silver rate.
Since gold and silver rates shift throughout the day based on international markets, treat today’s figures as a snapshot — check with your local jeweler or a live rate tracker before making a purchase if prices are moving quickly.
