Today's Gold Rate in Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) — 22K & 24K
Check the latest 22 Karat and 24 Karat gold rate in Trivandrum today. Updated daily from the Kerala Board Rate with pavan (sovereign) prices.
Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), the capital of Kerala, has one of the most active gold markets in South India. Whether you're shopping near Chalai Bazaar, MG Road, or the premium showrooms in Karamana, the base gold rate is the same — set daily by the Kerala State Jewellery Merchants Association.
Today's Gold Rate in Trivandrum
The rates below apply to Trivandrum and all of Kerala:
| Purity | Price per Gram | Price per Pavan (8g) | |--------|---------------|----------------------| | 22K (916) | Check live rate → | ₹ × 8 | | 24K (999) | Check live rate → | ₹ × 8 | | 18K (750) | Check live rate → | ₹ × 8 |
Why Is the Gold Rate the Same Across All Kerala Cities?
Unlike most states where rates vary by city due to transportation and local taxes, Kerala has a unified board rate system. The Kerala State Jewellery Merchants Association sets a single daily rate that all registered jewellers are expected to follow. This applies equally to Trivandrum, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode, and every other district.
The only variation you'll see is in:
- Making charges — ranges from 5% to 15% depending on the design and jeweller
- GST — a flat 3% on the gold value
- Wastage — typically 2–5% added by some jewellers
Gold Shopping Areas in Trivandrum
Chalai Bazaar is the traditional hub for gold jewellery in Trivandrum. Smaller family-run shops here often have more competitive making charges than branded showrooms.
MG Road and Palayam area has all the major chains — Malabar Gold, Josco, Kalyan Jewellers, and Bhima Jewels. Prices per gram are identical but making charges vary.
Karamana is popular for traditional Travancore-style temple jewellery and antique gold pieces.
Tips for Buying Gold in Trivandrum
- Check the board rate before you go — use this site to confirm today's rate before visiting any showroom
- Ask for the making charge upfront — it varies significantly between shops
- Always insist on BIS hallmarking — look for the 916 stamp on 22K jewellery
- Compare wastage percentages — some shops add 3%, others add 5%
- Buy during off-season — gold prices tend to be lower outside wedding and festival seasons
GST on Gold in Trivandrum
GST on gold jewellery in India is 3% on the gold value (making charges also attract 5% GST separately). This is the same everywhere in India — there is no state-level variation in GST on gold.
For a ₹50,000 purchase of gold jewellery, you'd pay approximately ₹1,500 in GST on the gold component alone.
Best Time to Buy Gold in Trivandrum
Historically, gold prices in Kerala tend to be lower in the months of June–August when wedding demand is lower. The highest prices typically occur around Akshaya Tritiya (April–May) and the October–December wedding season.
That said, gold prices are primarily driven by global USD prices and the INR/USD exchange rate — track daily movement on LiveGold Kerala before making your purchase decision.