Drop in Gold Rate Today After Sharp Rally for Last 3 Days; Silver Prices Freeze at Rs 2,85,000/Kg in Delhi

Gold prices in Delhi took a breather on February 26, 2026, snapping a fiery three-day rally that had seen 24 karat (24K) gold soar by a massive Rs 26,100 per 100 grams; today's session brought a mild dip. On Thursday, the gold rate in the national capital stood at Rs 16,183 per gram for 24 Karat gold, down by Rs 21, while 22 karat gold (22K) is priced at Rs 14,835 per gram, easing by Rs 20.

Gold & Silver Rates Today: Check Latest 22K, 24K & 18K Gold Prices on 26 February 2026

Silver prices in Delhi, meanwhile, remained unchanged for the second straight day, frozen at Rs 2,85,000 per kilogram.

Precious metal prices have been influenced by rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over United States trade policies. Investors remained cautious as reports pointed to a buildup of US troops in the Middle East ahead of key nuclear talks in Geneva.

24 Karat Gold Rate Today in Delhi

24 Karat gold price in Delhi today stood at Rs 16,183 per gram, down by Rs 21 from yesterday's rate of Rs 16,204. For higher quantities, 8 grams of 24K gold on 26 February 2026 priced at Rs 1,29,464 (down Rs 168).

10 grams of 24K cost Rs 1,61,830, down Rs 210, while 100 grams was quoted at Rs 16,18,300, registering a decline of Rs 2,100 from the previous session.

22 Karat Gold Rate Today in Delhi

22 Karat gold rate in Delhi on Thursday at the time of writing, was recorded at Rs 14,835 per gram, slipping by Rs 20 compared to yesterday. The price of 8 grams of 22K gold stood at Rs 1,18,680 (down Rs 160), 10 grams at Rs 1,48,350 (down Rs 200) and 100 grams at Rs 14,83,500, marking a fall of Rs 2,000.

18 Karat Gold Rate Today in Delhi

Meanwhile, 18 Karat gold prices in Delhi are quoted at Rs 12,141 per gram, lower by Rs 16 from the previous day. On a larger scale, 8 grams of 18K gold cost Rs 97,128 (down Rs 128), 10 grams was priced at Rs 1,21,410 (down Rs 160), and 100 grams stood at Rs 12,14,100, reflecting a decline of Rs 1,600.

Latest Silver Prices Per Kg in Delhi on February 26, 2026

Silver prices in Delhi remained completely flat on February 26, 2026, extending the price freeze for the second consecutive day, with the metal holding steady at Rs 285 per gram and Rs 2,85,000 per kilogram, showing no change from the previous session.

"The dip in Gold this week reflects the market trying to balance macro headwinds and safe-haven demand. A stronger USD and near-term profit taking can cap short-term upside. However, structural drivers remain supportive," said Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operations Lead, VT Markets.

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