Gold rates in Pakistan move throughout the trading day and can shift by several thousand rupees per tola within hours, depending on the international gold price and the USD/PKR exchange rate. The figures below reflect rates reported by Karachi’s Sarafa Bazaar Association on 3 September 2026 — always check a live rate before buying or selling.
If you’ve checked gold prices in Pakistan recently, you’ve probably noticed the numbers barely resemble what they were a few years ago. Today’s gold price in Pakistan for 24-karat gold stands at roughly Rs. 452,500 per tola — more than four times what it cost in 2021. Here’s today’s full rate breakdown across every karat, how it compares to yesterday, and what’s actually driving the price.
Today’s Gold Rate in Pakistan — All Karats Compared
| Karat | Purity | Price per Tola | Price per 10 Grams | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | Rs. 452,500 | Rs. 387,952 | Gold bars, coins, investment |
| 22K | 91.6% | Rs. 414,792 | Rs. 355,618 | Fine jewellery |
| 21K | 87.5% | Rs. 395,938 | Rs. 339,457 | Everyday jewellery (most popular) |
| 18K | 75% | Rs. 339,375 | Rs. 291,214 | Lightweight, budget jewellery |
21-karat gold remains the most commonly bought karat for jewellery in Pakistan, balancing purity with the durability needed for daily wear, while 24K is reserved almost entirely for bars, coins, and investment-grade holdings.
How Today’s Price Compares to Yesterday
Gold edged up today, with 24K gold rising by roughly Rs. 1,700 per tola — about a 0.38% increase — compared to the previous close. Silver moved in the opposite direction, dropping by around Rs. 270 per tola to settle near Rs. 6,859 per tola (Rs. 5,880 per 10 grams). Short-term swings like this are normal and typically track movement in international bullion prices and the rupee’s exchange rate against the dollar.
Is Gold the Same Price in Every City?
Yes, almost exactly. Karachi’s Sarafa Bazaar sets the benchmark rate each day, and jewellers in Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, and other major cities follow it closely, usually within a few hundred rupees. Any noticeable difference you see locally is typically a making-charge or dealer markup rather than a difference in the underlying gold rate.
Why Gold Prices Keep Rising
Pakistan’s gold rate isn’t set independently — it’s calculated from two moving parts: the international gold price (quoted in US dollars per troy ounce) and the current USD/PKR exchange rate. That means gold in Pakistan can climb even on a day when international prices are flat, simply because of rupee depreciation.
- International gold price: Driven by US Federal Reserve policy, inflation expectations, and demand for gold as a safe-haven asset during economic uncertainty
- USD/PKR exchange rate: A weaker rupee directly pushes the local gold price higher, even without any change internationally
- Local demand: Wedding season and festivals typically push local jewellery demand higher, adding modest upward pressure
Zooming out, gold has had an extraordinary run: prices touched a record high near $5,595 per ounce internationally in January 2026, before suffering one of the sharpest pullbacks in decades. In Pakistan, 24K gold has still more than quadrupled since 2021, when it traded around Rs. 100,000 per tola.
How Much Gold Do You Need for Zakat?
If you’re calculating Zakat, the nisab threshold for gold is 7.5 tola (roughly 87.48 grams). If your gold holdings — and combined qualifying assets — meet or exceed this threshold and have been held for a full lunar year, Zakat is payable at 2.5% of the total value. At today’s 24K rate, 7.5 tola works out to roughly Rs. 3,393,750, though your own calculation should use the karat and weight of your actual gold and consult a scholar or Zakat calculator for your specific situation.
Buying Gold: A Few Practical Tips
- Always ask for a purity hallmark or certificate, especially for 22K and 24K purchases
- Factor in making charges separately — they’re not part of the gold rate itself and vary by jeweller and design
- If buying for investment rather than jewellery, 24K bars or coins from a certified dealer avoid the making-charge markup entirely
- Compare rates from more than one Sarafa source on the day you plan to buy, since figures can vary slightly between platforms depending on when they were last updated
Final Thoughts
Gold in Pakistan is trading firmly above Rs. 450,000 per tola for 24K as of today, continuing a multi-year climb driven mostly by rupee depreciation and global economic uncertainty. Whether you’re buying jewellery, calculating Zakat, or just tracking the market, remember that rates shift throughout the day — check a live source immediately before any transaction rather than relying on a rate you saw earlier.
