How to Buy Real Gold Online?

When you invest in gold, you can choose gold mutual funds, gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs), or physical gold (gold coins and bars). You can also choose digital gold and Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs)Digital Gold has been introduced recently where you can buy real gold online.   

You may now invest in pure gold with a single click, eliminating the need to go to a jewellery store or worry about lockers. It is not surprising that digital gold is becoming more popular in India. It is a safe, transparent, and adaptable method of beginning or expanding your gold investments.  

Updated On - 08 Oct 2025

Methods to Buy Real Gold Online 

There are several methods to buy real gold online as follows: 

1. Paytm 

  1. Depending on your preference, you can purchase gold in grams or rupees 
  1. The lowest amount of gold you can purchase is 0.001 grams, or you can purchase it for a minimum of Re 1 
  1. Gold can be purchased or sold at any time, including on bank and public holidays 
  1. The rates for live gold are given per gram and include taxes, customs duties, foreign exchange conversion, and other operating expenses; however, they do not include charges for product manufacturing or delivery. The cost is regularly changed 
  1. You have just six minutes to decide whether to buy or sell the digital gold at that price 
  1. One gram is the minimum quantity required to convert digital gold into physical gold coins. 

2. PhonePe 

  1. The app allows you to buy gold from MMTC-PAMP and also SafeGold. It starts from Re.1 or 0.001 grams. 
  1. To sell gold, you should have a minimum gold worth of Rs.5. 
  1. You cannot buy and sell gold on the same day. 
  1. The rate of gold quoted on PhonePe comes with taxes and custom duties. 
  1. There is a differential that is quoted by SafeGold and MMTC-PAMP because of the difference in gold fineness. 
  1. The live rate of purchasing is valid for 5 minutes and for selling rate it is for 4 minutes. 
  1. You can accumulate up to Rs.2 lakh. 
  1. The gold coin/bar will be delivered in tamper proof packaging. 
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3. GoldRush from Stock Holding Corporation 

  1. Gold can be purchased for at least Rs. 1,000 and then in multiples of Rs. 100 
  1. You are only allowed to buy up to Rs 49,999 in a single transaction 
  1. You can make purchases or withdrawals online at any time, seven days a week, and all year long 
  1. US dollars are converted into Indian rupees to determine the gold prices, which are then provided in rupee terms 
  1. One gram is the minimum amount that is required to accept physical delivery of gold 
  1. Every day, the prices are revised. 
  1. To purchase gold from Stock Holding, you will need to open an account and complete the KYC process. 
  1. There is no registration fee. 
  1. The form for account opening will be available on the Stocking Corporation website. 

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Tips for Choosing the Best Digital Gold Website or App 

Apps for investing in gold are not all made equal. To select wisely: 

  1. Examine the encryption standards and security methods 
  1. Think about customer reviews and the app's design 
  1. Verify redemption ease and minimum purchase restrictions 
  1. Make sure they collaborate with trustworthy vault suppliers 
  1. Analyze the handling of complaints and customer service. 

FAQs on How to Buy Real Gold Online

  • Where can I get 24K Gold online?

    MMTC-PAMP and SafeGold both will offer gold of 24KT.

  • On Paytm how much gold can I buy?

    The minimum value to purchase gold begins from Re.1 and goes up to Rs.1.5 lakh. In terms of grams, you can purchase a minimum of 0.0005 grams and a maximum of 50 grams.

  • Do I have to pay taxes on gold bought via PhonePe?

    The rate of gold quoted on PhonePe comes with taxes and custom duties.

  • If I buy gold online, will it be delivered safely?

    Yes, if you buy gold online, it will be delivered in tamper-proof packaging.

  • Is there any eligibility criteria to purchase gold on Stock Holdings?

    In order to purchase gold from Stock Holding, you will need to open an account and also complete the KYC process.

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