Today Gold Rate in Pakistan – Tuesday, 05 May 2026

You open a website to check today’s gold rate in Pakistan and the number staring back at you is already hours old. You call your jeweler and the price is completely different. Frustrating, right? This happens to millions of people every single day. Most sources are either too slow to update or simply dump numbers on you with no explanation whatsoever.

You are in the right place!. Here you get accurate real time gold rates in Pakistan based on the latest Sarafa market updates so you always see the price that actually matters.

Gold Rate Pakistan — Tuesday, 05 May 2026
Change: ▼ -498 (-0.1%) Live
24K – 1 Tola
Rs. 482,677
24K – 10 Gram
Rs. 413,825
24K – 1 Gram
Rs. 41,382
22K – 1 Tola
Rs. 442,454
24K – Per Ounce
Rs. 1,287,140

⏱ Updated: 11:55 AM PKT | USD/PKR: 278.94

You can check 24K and 22K gold rates in multiple units (tola, gram, ounce) compare city wise prices for Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and more and instantly calculate your gold value using our built in calculator.

Along with that you can track historical price trends with charts and tables monitor international gold and silver rates and learn through simple guides that explain how gold pricing really works.

Everything is designed to give you clear reliable and useful information whether you’re buying selling or just keeping an eye on the market.

Gold Calculator

Not sure how much your piece of gold is worth? Calculate it yourself in under a minute.

Our Gold Calculator tool on this page lets you enter the amount in any Unit( Tola, Gram, Ounce and more) and get the exact rate for 24K, 22K, 21K, 18K and 14K instantly.

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International Gold Rates

The international gold price today is$ 4,614.47 per ounce. Pakistan being a net importer of gold carries an additional $20 premium over the international spot price in the local market.

MetalPer Ounce (USD)Per Ounce (PKR)
Gold (XAU)$ 4,614.47Rs. 1,287,140
Silver (XAG)$ 75.35Rs. 21,019

Tip: Always check both the international rate and the local Sarafa rate before buying or selling.

Gold Price in Pakistan Today – Live Gold Price Updates(24K, 22K, Per Tola & Gram)

As on Tuesday, 05 May 2026

The Price of 1 tola Gold Rate in Pakistan for 24 karat is Rs. 482,677 , 22 Karat Gold price for today is Rs. 442,454, 21 karat rate for per tola is Rs. 422,342 and 18k gold rate isRs. 362,008 for 1 tola.

This is your trusted destination for precise and timely gold rate information across Pakistan. Locally the Karachi Sarafa Bazaar is the main hub who sets the daily rates while the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA) provides national guidance. Consequently most jewellers and brokers across Pakistan follow Karachi’s rates. Additionally, Gold prices fluctuates daily due to global market trends, dollar exchange rates and local demand and supply dynamics. We dynamically refresh our rates continuously throughout the day ensuring you always see the accurate prices.

Weight24K 22K21K18K
1 TolaRs. 482,677Rs. 442,454Rs. 422,342Rs. 362,008
10 GramRs. 413,825Rs. 379,339Rs. 362,097Rs. 310,369
1 GramRs. 41,382Rs. 37,934Rs. 36,210Rs. 31,037
1 OunceRs. 1,287,140Rs. 1,179,879Rs. 1,126,248Rs. 965,355
1 KiloRs. 41,382,490Rs. 37,933,950Rs. 36,209,679Rs. 31,036,868
1 GrainRs. 2,682Rs. 2,458Rs. 2,346Rs. 2,011
1 RattiRs. 5,028Rs. 4,609Rs. 4,399Rs. 3,771
1 MashaRs. 40,224Rs. 36,872Rs. 35,196Rs. 30,168

Gold prices in Pakistan ‘ s Major Cities

Gold rates across Pakistan are largely set by the Karachi Sarafa Bazaar which acts as the national benchmark.Other cities follow Karachi’s lead with minor differences based on transport costs, local taxes, and dealer premiums.

City Per Tola (24K) 10 Gram 1 Gram
🏙️ Karachi Rs. 482,677 Rs. 413,825 Rs. 41,382
🕌 Lahore Rs. 482,827 Rs. 413,954 Rs. 41,395
🏛️ Islamabad Rs. 482,877 Rs. 413,996 Rs. 41,399
📍 Rawalpindi Rs. 482,927 Rs. 414,039 Rs. 41,404
🏔️ Peshawar Rs. 482,977 Rs. 414,082 Rs. 41,408
🌵 Quetta Rs. 483,077 Rs. 414,168 Rs. 41,416

Rates may vary across cities the difference between cities is usually Rs. 100 to Rs. 500 per tola due to logistics local market activity and city level demand.

Verify the rates with your local jeweller or Sarafa market before making any transaction.

If you are in Karachi you are buying at the benchmark. If you are elsewhere expect a small premium.

Gold Rate in Pakistan -Last 15 days

Before you buy it helps to see where prices have been. Here is the 15 day historical data

Date 24K/Tola 22K/Tola 10g (22K) High Low
04 May, 2026 Rs. 482,677 ▼ 498 Rs. 442,454 Rs. 379,339 Rs. 482,677 Rs. 482,677
03 May, 2026 Rs. 483,175 ▼ 500 Rs. 442,910 Rs. 379,731 Rs. 483,175 Rs. 483,175
02 May, 2026 Rs. 483,675 ▲ +5,685 Rs. 443,368 Rs. 380,123 Rs. 483,675 Rs. 483,675
01 May, 2026 Rs. 477,990 ▼ 3,886 Rs. 438,158 Rs. 375,656 Rs. 477,990 Rs. 477,990
30 Apr, 2026 Rs. 481,876 ▼ 10,048 Rs. 441,719 Rs. 378,710 Rs. 481,876 Rs. 481,876
29 Apr, 2026 Rs. 491,924 ▲ +2,750 Rs. 450,930 Rs. 386,607 Rs. 491,924 Rs. 491,924
28 Apr, 2026 Rs. 489,174 ▼ 3,141 Rs. 448,410 Rs. 384,446 Rs. 489,174 Rs. 489,174
27 Apr, 2026 Rs. 492,315 ▼ 1,656 Rs. 451,288 Rs. 386,914 Rs. 492,315 Rs. 492,315
26 Apr, 2026 Rs. 493,971 ▼ 129 Rs. 452,807 Rs. 388,215 Rs. 493,971 Rs. 493,971
25 Apr, 2026 Rs. 494,100 ▼ 1,900 Rs. 452,596 Rs. 387,874 Rs. 495,000 Rs. 493,300
24 Apr, 2026 Rs. 496,000 ▲ +1,000 Rs. 454,336 Rs. 389,366 Rs. 496,900 Rs. 495,200
23 Apr, 2026 Rs. 495,000 ▼ 5,100 Rs. 453,420 Rs. 388,581 Rs. 495,900 Rs. 494,200
22 Apr, 2026 Rs. 500,100 ▼ 3,400 Rs. 458,092 Rs. 392,585 Rs. 501,000 Rs. 499,300
21 Apr, 2026 Rs. 503,500 ▼ 1,000 Rs. 461,206 Rs. 395,254 Rs. 504,400 Rs. 502,700
20 Apr, 2026 Rs. 504,500 ▼ 1,300 Rs. 462,122 Rs. 396,039 Rs. 505,400 Rs. 503,700

Gold and Silver in Pakistan

Gold gets all the attention but in Pakistan Silver Jewelry is also common. Here are today’s silver rates alongside gold for a quick comparison:

Metal Per Tola (PKR) Per 10 Gram (PKR) Per Gram (PKR)
Gold 24K Rs. 482,677 Rs. 413,825 Rs. 41,382
Silver 24K Rs. 7,885 Rs. 6,760 Rs. 676

Silver rates are also fixed by the respective Sarafa Associations across cities just like gold.

Silver Purity types avaiable in Pakistan

  • Fine Silver (Silver 999) — 99.99% pure also called Silver 24K
  • Sterling Silver (Silver 925) — 92.5% pure the most popular type for jewelry
  • Coin Silver (Silver 900) — 90% pure
  • German Silver (Silver 800) — 80% pure

If you are buying silver jewelry Sterling Silver (925) is the most common and practical choice.

Pakistan Bullion Market

MetalSymbolBid (PKR)Ask (PKR)
GoldXAUP Rs. 1,287,140 Rs. 1,289,715
SilverXAGP Rs. 21,019Rs. 21,061

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You might be wondering who set the gold price in pakistan why does the rate change every day? Where does it come from?

Here is the short answer.

It Starts at the International Market

Gold is a global commodity. Its price is set in US dollars per troy ounce on two major platforms:

LBMA (London Bullion Market Association)

  • Sets the official global gold price benchmark
  • Announces prices twice daily AM fix and PM fix
  • Used by central banks governments and institutions worldwide

COMEX (Chicago Mercantile Exchange)

  • World’s largest gold futures trading platform
  • Real time gold trading that moves prices continuously

When gold rises in London or New York it rises in Karachi the same day.

Then the USD/PKR Exchange Rate is Applied

Since gold is priced in dollars globally it must be converted into Pakistani rupees.

The conversion formula is:

PKR per gram (24K) = Spot Price (USD) x USD/PKR Rate / 31.1035

Example:

  • International spot price: $3,200 per troy ounce
  • USD/PKR open market rate: 278

$3,200 x 278 / 31.1035 = PKR 28,594 per gram (24K)

This is why the gold price in Pakistan can rise even when the international price stays flat. If the Pakistani rupee weakens against the dollar your local gold price goes up automatically.

A 1% drop in PKR value can cause a 1% to 1.5% rise in local gold price. This is a fact most buyers do not know.

Then APSGJA Announces the Official Rate

APSGJA takes the international price applies the exchange rate, adds import costs and standard margins and announces the final official daily rate for Pakistan.

This rate is the base for every jeweller from Karachi to Peshawar.

Small city differences of PKR 100 to 500 per tola exist only because of transportation costs from Karachi where gold physically arrives first to other cities.

The daily gold rate is not random. It is driven by three things: international spot price, USD/PKR rate and APSGJA’s official announcement.

Is Today a Good Day to Buy Gold in Pakistan?

Many investors are asking exactly this question right now. Should they wait for a dip or jump in at today’s rate?

Here is an honest answer.

Buy Today If:

  • You are buying for a specific upcoming need like a wedding or family occasion.
  • The price has been stable or falling for 3 or more consecutive days.
  • The rupee has been holding steady or gaining against the dollar.
  • You are a long term investor and you believe the yearly uptrend will continue.

Wait a Few Days If:

  • Gold has jumped Rs. 5,000 or more in the last 2 days.
  • Major global news is coming: US Federal Reserve decisions, geopolitical events or major economic data releases.
  • When the rate is significantly above what the international calculation suggests.

What Time Is Best for Buying Gold in Pakistan?

Timing your purchase within the right window can save you thousands per tola.

Watch for Market Dips

Whenever international rates cool off or the PKR gains strength against the USD that is your window. These moments do not last long but they are very real. A 2 to 3 day international pullback typically flows into a price dip within 48 hours.

Watch for:

  • International gold pulling back after a sharp weekly rally.
  • SBP announced improved forex reserves which strengthened PKR briefly.
  • Post Eid periods when local demand drops suddenly.

During Economic Shifts

During times of global uncertainty gold becomes vital. Prices tend to spike fast and stay elevated. With the market holding firm any day showing price stability for 2 to 3 consecutive days is a potentially good entry point before the next international spike pushes it higher.

Practical Daily Timing

  • Check the rate after 10 AM. This is when the official Sarafa announcement happens.
  • Mid-week buying (Tuesday to Thursday) tends to have less retail rush than Saturdays.
  • Avoid buying on the same day as a large international spike. Wait 48 hours to see if it holds.

Quick tip: You cannot perfectly time gold markets. But buying during a flat or slightly declining 3 day window always beats buying on a spike day.

Gold Nisab for Zakat 2026

For Muslims in Pakistan Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and is obligatory on every adult Muslim who possesses wealth above the Nisab threshold for a complete Islamic lunar year. Silver plays a central role in determining Zakat eligibility in Pakistan and here is everything you need to know:

What Is Nisab?

Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth that a Muslim must possess before Zakat becomes obligatory upon them. There are two ways to calculate Nisab:

  1. Gold Nisab – 7.5 tolas (87.48 grams) of gold
  2. Silver Nisab – 52.5 tolas (612.36 grams) of silver

Most Islamic scholars recommend using the silver Nisab as it is lower and therefore more inclusive ensuring that more people fulfill their Zakat obligation.

Gold Nisab Calculation:

DetailValue
Nisab Quantity7.5 Tolas of Gold
Silver Rate Per Tola483,000
Total Nisab Value7.5 * 483,000=Rs. 36,22,500

Note: These rates are for Illustration.Use Current Rates.

What This Means for You:

If your total wealth (including cash, savings, investments, gold, silver, and business assets) equals or exceeds Rs. 3,93,750 on today’s date, AND this amount has remained above the Nisab for a complete Islamic lunar year (Hawl), then Zakat is obligatory upon you.

How Much Zakat Do You Pay?

The rate of Zakat is 2.5% of your total zakatable wealth, this includes the value of gold you own.

Zakat Calculation Formula:

Total Zakatable Wealth × 2.5% = Zakat Amount

Example:

  • Total wealth = Rs. 6,00,000
  • Zakat = 6,00,000 × 2.5% = Rs. 15,000

What Assets Are Included in Zakat Calculation?

Asset Type

Zakat Applicable?

Cash in hand

Yes

Bank savings

Yes

Gold and Silver

Yes

Business inventory

Yes

Stocks and investments

Yes

Property for personal use

No

Vehicle for personal use

No

Silver jewelry for personal use

Scholars differ

FAQ’s

Today Tuesday, 05 May 2026 the 24K gold rate is Rs. 482,677 per tola. Rates are sourced from the Karachi Sarafa Jewellers Association.

Karachi sets the benchmark rate. Other cities add Rs. 100 to Rs. 500 per tola for transport costs, local taxes, and dealer margins.

International gold is trading at $ 4,614.47 per ounce. Pakistan adds a $20 market premium which is why local rates are slightly higher than a direct conversion would suggest.

Prices are historically high but stable. For jewelry purchases tied to a fixed event like a wedding buy now. For investment wait for a dip now.

Bullion (bars and biscuits) is pure gold with no extra charges. Jewelry includes labor cost, polish, alloy metals and kat deductions on resale. Bullion holds better long term value.

PMEX is the Pakistan Mercantile Exchange a regulated platform where you can trade gold futures contracts in PKR. It allows gold price exposure without physical storage.

The Karachi Sarafa Jewellers Association publishes rates at least once daily and sometimes multiple times if international prices shift significantly during the day.