Frequently Asked Questions — Silver Price in India
How is silver price calculated in India?+
Silver price in India is derived from the international spot price (XAG/USD) from COMEX/LBMA in USD per troy ounce, converted to INR via live USD/INR rate, then divided by 31.1035 for price per gram. India levies import duty on silver and 3% GST applies at retail. MCX trades silver futures contracts in rupees per kg.
What is 999 fine silver vs 925 sterling silver vs 958 Britannia?+
999 fine silver (pure silver) is 99.9% pure, used for investment bars, coins and bullion. 925 sterling silver contains 92.5% silver + 7.5% copper for durability — this is the standard for jewellery and is hallmarked worldwide. 958 Britannia silver is 95.8% pure, used in UK silverware. 900 coin silver (90% pure) was historically used in American coins. For investment in India, 999 fine silver gives the best value.
What is silver price per kg in India today?+
Silver is commonly priced per kg in India for bulk purchases. The price per kg equals the price per gram multiplied by 1000. Today's silver price shown on this page can be converted: multiply the per gram rate by 1000 to get the per kg rate in your selected currency. MCX silver is also quoted per kg on the commodity exchange.
Is silver a good investment in India in 2025-2026?+
Silver has strong investment potential driven by: (1) Growing solar panel demand — silver is used in photovoltaic cells, (2) EV and electronics demand, (3) Industrial use in medical devices and 5G infrastructure, (4) Historically low gold-to-silver ratio suggesting undervaluation. However silver is more volatile than gold. Experts recommend allocating 5-10% of a portfolio to silver as a complement to gold.
About Silver Price in India — 999 Fine
This page tracks the live Silver price in India per gram in INR, updated every 60 seconds from the international spot market. India is the world's second-largest gold consumer. Prices include 10% Basic Customs Duty (BCD) + 5% Agriculture Infrastructure Development Cess (AIDC). Rates calibrated to IBJA and Goodreturns daily rates.
Live silver price today per gram in INR, USD and 10 currencies. 999 Fine, 925 Sterling rates updated every 60s. Use the free calculator above to convert any weight of Silver to INR. The price chart shows the last 10 days of Silver spot price movement.