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Updated 22 October 2026 · Source: All-Pakistan Sarafa Association
Gold Rate in Gilgit Today
The gold rate in Gilgit today is Rs434,536 per tola for 24K and Rs372,544 per 10 grams, with 22K at Rs398,325 and 21K at Rs380,219 per tola. Gilgit, the capital of Gilgit-Baltistan on the Karakoram Highway, is the main gold market for Hunza, Nagar, Ghizer and Diamer.
Gilgit Gold Rate Today by Karat
Gold rate in Gilgit today: Rs434,536 per tola for 24K gold, down Rs900 in the All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APGJSA) announcement of 21 October 2026. Gilgit jewellers price from this national Sarafa rate, so the base figure is the same as in Karachi or Lahore.
| Karat (hallmark) | Per tola | Per 10 grams | Per gram | Latest change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | Rs434,536 | Rs372,544 | Rs37,255 | ▼ Rs900 |
| 22K (916) | Rs398,325 | Rs341,499 | Rs34,150 | ▼ Rs825 |
| 21K (875) | Rs380,219 | Rs325,976 | Rs32,598 | ▼ Rs788 |
| 20K (833) | Rs362,113 | Rs310,453 | Rs31,046 | ▼ Rs750 |
| 18K (750) | Rs325,902 | Rs279,408 | Rs27,941 | ▼ Rs675 |
| 14K (585) | Rs253,479 | Rs217,317 | Rs21,732 | ▼ Rs525 |
Updated 22 October 2026. These are gold-only prices; a jeweller’s bill adds making charges on top.
Gold Price in Gilgit by Masha, Gram and Tola
Gilgit jewellers bill in grams; small pieces are still sometimes quoted in masha. One tola equals 12 masha or 11.6638 grams.
| Weight | 24K | 22K | 21K | 18K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 masha | Rs36,211 | Rs33,194 | Rs31,685 | Rs27,158 |
| 1 gram | Rs37,255 | Rs34,150 | Rs32,598 | Rs27,941 |
| 3 masha | Rs108,634 | Rs99,581 | Rs95,055 | Rs81,476 |
| 5 grams | Rs186,275 | Rs170,752 | Rs162,991 | Rs139,707 |
| 6 masha (half tola) | Rs217,268 | Rs199,162 | Rs190,110 | Rs162,951 |
| 10 grams | Rs372,551 | Rs341,505 | Rs325,982 | Rs279,413 |
| 1 tola | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 | Rs325,902 |
| 2 tola | Rs869,072 | Rs796,649 | Rs760,438 | Rs651,804 |
| 5 tola | Rs2,172,680 | Rs1,991,623 | Rs1,901,095 | Rs1,629,510 |
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Gold Markets in Gilgit
Gilgit sits where the Gilgit and Hunza rivers meet, on the trade route to China. Its jewellers are concentrated in:
| Area | What you will find |
|---|---|
| Raja Bazaar and the main city bazaars | Traditional jewellers, karat testing and repairs |
| Main roads and commercial areas | Showrooms with ready-made designs |
| Skardu and Aliabad (Hunza) bazaars | Local markets for Baltistan and Hunza |
Shop names and charges change over time, so visit at least two jewellers and ask for the gold rate and the making charge as separate figures.
River Gold of Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the few places in Pakistan where gold is still washed from rivers by hand. Families of the Sonewal community move along the Indus, Gilgit and Hunza rivers, separating fine flecks of gold from sand with wooden rockers.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who pans | Mostly nomadic Sonewal families, including women and children |
| Where | Sand bars of the Indus, Gilgit and Hunza rivers, where heavier gold settles |
| How much | Very small amounts; a good day may yield a tiny bead worth a few thousand rupees |
| Health risk | Mercury is often used to collect the gold and is highly toxic |
| Where it is sold | To jewellers in Gilgit and nearby towns |
The government has identified several possible commercial gold deposits in the region, but most local jewellery is still made from bullion bought at the national Sarafa rate.
How Raw River Gold Is Priced When Sold
Natural gold is never pure: it contains silver and other metals, so a jeweller tests it and pays for the pure gold it contains, minus a refining margin. At today’s 24K rate, 1 gram of raw gold is worth roughly:
| Tested purity | Pure gold in 1 g | Value before refining margin |
|---|---|---|
| 80% | 0.80 g | Rs29,804 |
| 85% | 0.85 g | Rs31,667 |
| 90% | 0.90 g | Rs33,530 |
| 95% | 0.95 g | Rs35,392 |
Purity varies from river to river, so always ask for a test before agreeing a price. See how tests work in how to check gold purity.
Selling or Exchanging Gold in Gilgit
When you sell jewellery in Gilgit, the jeweller values it at the day’s rate for its karat and then deducts kat, traditionally 1 ratti per masha (12.5%), for solder, alloy and wear. 24K bars from a recognised dealer are usually bought back without kat.
| You sell | Gold value today | Kat (12.5%) | Cash you receive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tola of 22K | Rs398,325 | − Rs49,791 | Rs348,534 |
| 1 tola of 21K | Rs380,219 | − Rs47,527 | Rs332,692 |
| 2 tola of 22K | Rs796,649 | − Rs99,581 | Rs697,068 |
| 1 tola 24K bar | Rs434,536 | Usually none | Rs434,536 |
Ask for a written offer and compare two jewellers, especially for raw or old gold. More on the deduction: what is kat in gold.
Gilgit Gold Rate Trend: Recent Sarafa Rates
Over the last ten Sarafa announcements the 24K rate moved from Rs442,036 to Rs434,536 per tola (down Rs7,500). Each row is an official APGJSA rate, shown next to the world price that day.
| Date | 24K per tola | 22K per tola | Daily change | World gold ($/oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | ▼ Rs900 | $4,120 |
| 20 Oct | Rs435,436 | Rs399,150 | ▼ Rs3,600 | $4,129 |
| 19 Oct | Rs439,036 | Rs402,450 | No change | $4,165 |
| 17 Oct | Rs439,036 | Rs402,450 | ▼ Rs1,600 | $4,165 |
| 16 Oct | Rs440,636 | Rs403,916 | ▲ Rs2,800 | $4,181 |
| 15 Oct | Rs437,836 | Rs401,350 | No change | $4,153 |
| 14 Oct | Rs437,836 | Rs401,350 | ▼ Rs3,000 | $4,153 |
| 13 Oct | Rs440,836 | Rs404,100 | ▲ Rs900 | $4,183 |
| 12 Oct | Rs439,936 | Rs403,275 | ▼ Rs2,100 | $4,177 |
| 10 Oct | Rs442,036 | Rs405,200 | ▲ Rs1,100 | $4,195 |
For yearly figures back to 2000, see gold price history in Pakistan.
Gold Rate in Skardu, Hunza and Nearby Towns
Gilgit-Baltistan follows the same Sarafa base rate:
| Town | District | 24K per tola | 22K per tola | 21K per tola |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skardu | Skardu | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
| Aliabad | Hunza | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
| Nagar | Nagar | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
| Gahkuch | Ghizer | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
| Chilas | Diamer | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
| Astore | Astore | Rs434,536 | Rs398,325 | Rs380,219 |
Before You Buy Gold in Gilgit
- Compare the shop’s gold rate with today’s rate on this page.
- Check the hallmark and ask for the karat in writing.
- Ask for the making charge separately from the gold value.
- When selling raw gold, insist on a purity test first.
- Agree the kat for future exchange before paying.
- Keep all receipts.
Gold Rate in Gilgit: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gold rate in Gilgit today?
24K gold is Rs434,536 per tola and Rs372,544 per 10 grams in Gilgit today, based on the APGJSA rate of 21 October 2026.
What is the 22K gold rate in Gilgit?
Rs398,325 per tola today, before making charges.
Is gold found in Gilgit-Baltistan’s rivers?
Yes. Small amounts are washed by hand from the Indus, Gilgit and Hunza rivers.
How is raw river gold priced?
By its tested purity at the day’s 24K rate, minus a refining margin.
Is the gold rate in Skardu and Hunza the same as in Gilgit?
Yes. They follow the same national Sarafa rate.
What is the silver rate in Gilgit today?
Silver is Rs6,207 per tola today.
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Rates are for information only and exclude making charges, kat and dealer premiums. Not investment advice. See our disclaimer and methodology. Official daily rate source: All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association rates (Business Recorder).