{"id":25695,"date":"2026-02-16T06:52:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T06:52:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/?post_type=trading&#038;p=25695"},"modified":"2026-02-16T06:57:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T06:57:12","slug":"how-to-buy-mcx-gold","status":"publish","type":"trading","link":"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Buy MCX Gold in India 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Gold has always been considered a safe investment, but now people are taking advantage not only through jewelry but also through trading. Today, many investors buy MCX Gold and trade in gold futures. Currently, the price of MCX Gold (Mega contract) is hovering around \u20b91,57,460, and it has also touched record highs in recent months. Consequently, MCX Gold trading remains a hot spot for both new and experienced traders. In this blog, we&#8217;ll explain the entire process in simple terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#What_Is_MCX_Gold\" title=\"What Is MCX Gold?\">What Is MCX Gold?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Types_of_Gold_Contracts_Available_on_MCX\" title=\"Types of Gold Contracts Available on MCX&nbsp;\">Types of Gold Contracts Available on MCX&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Requirements_Before_You_Buy_MCX_Gold\" title=\"Requirements Before You Buy MCX Gold\">Requirements Before You Buy MCX Gold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Step-by-Step_How_to_Buy_MCX_Gold\" title=\"Step-by-Step: How to Buy MCX Gold\">Step-by-Step: How to Buy MCX Gold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Charges_Taxes_Costs_in_MCX_Gold_Trading\" title=\"Charges, Taxes &amp; Costs in MCX Gold Trading\">Charges, Taxes &amp; Costs in MCX Gold Trading<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Risk_Management_Rules_for_MCX_Gold_Traders\" title=\"Risk Management Rules for MCX Gold Traders\">Risk Management Rules for MCX Gold Traders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Common_Mistakes_Beginners_Make_When_They_Buy_MCX_Gold\" title=\"Common Mistakes Beginners Make When They Buy MCX Gold\">Common Mistakes Beginners Make When They Buy MCX Gold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-api.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/how-to-buy-mcx-gold\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-mcx-gold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_MCX_Gold\"><\/span>What Is MCX Gold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MCX Gold is a standardized gold futures contract that trades on India&#8217;s commodity exchange &#8211; Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX). In this, you don&#8217;t buy physical gold and take it home, but trade on the future price of gold. This means you can buy or sell at today&#8217;s price for a specified contract month and book profit or loss if the price changes later. Most retail traders trade MCX Gold to earn from price movement and close their positions before expiry. While hedgers (like jewelers or businesses) can also take actual gold through the delivery process if they wish. In simple words, MCX Gold is more of a trading and hedging tool than an investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-mcx-gold-vs-other-gold-options-nbsp\">MCX Gold vs Other Gold Options&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Option<\/th><th>Is real gold available?<\/th><th>Investment Method<\/th><th>Better for whom<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Physical Gold<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>full payment purchase<\/td><td>long term<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold ETF<\/td><td>Yes (indirect)<\/td><td>from the stock market<\/td><td>Investors<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Digital Gold<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>online platform<\/td><td>Small investors<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MCX Gold Futures<\/td><td>Usually not<\/td><td>Trade by paying margin<\/td><td>Traders\/Hedgers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-gold-contracts-available-on-mcx-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Gold_Contracts_Available_on_MCX\"><\/span>Types of Gold Contracts Available on MCX&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold futures contracts in India are available in a variety of sizes on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), allowing everyone from established traders to small beginners to trade. Prices are quoted on MCX at \u20b9 per 10 grams so a \u20b91 move in price results in varying profit\/loss per contract, depending on the lot size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-mcx-gold-contracts-lot-size-and-price-move-value\">MCX Gold Contracts Lot Size and Price Move Value<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Contract Name<\/th><th>Lot Size<\/th><th>Tick Size<\/th><th>P\/L on \u20b91 Move<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Gold (Big)&nbsp;<\/td><td>1 kg (1000g)<\/td><td>\u20b91 \/ 10g<\/td><td>\u20b9100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold Mini<\/td><td>100 grams<\/td><td>\u20b91 \/ 10g<\/td><td>\u20b910<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold Guinea<\/td><td>8 grams<\/td><td>\u20b91 \/ 10g<\/td><td>\u20b91<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold Ten<\/td><td>10 grams<\/td><td>\u20b91 \/ 10g<\/td><td>\u20b91<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold Petal<\/td><td>1 gram<\/td><td>\u20b91 \/ 1g<\/td><td>\u20b9 1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-how-p-l-works-in-mcx-gold\">How P\/L works in MCX Gold<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gold (1 kg) : <\/strong>1000 \u00f7 10 \u00d7 \u20b91 = \u20b9100 per tick<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Meaning: <\/strong>If the price of gold goes up by \u20b91, there is a profit of \u20b9100 on 1 lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gold Mini (100g) :<\/strong>&nbsp; 100 \u00f7 10 \u00d7 \u20b91 = \u20b910 per tick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gold Ten (10g) :<\/strong>&nbsp; 10 \u00f7 10 \u00d7 \u20b91 = \u20b91 per tick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gold Guinea (8g) : <\/strong>&nbsp;8 \u00f7 10 \u00d7 \u20b91 = \u20b90.8 = \u20b91<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gold Petal (1g) :<\/strong> The base quote is per 1g, so \u20b91 move = \u20b91 P\/L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-requirements-before-you-buy-mcx-gold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Requirements_Before_You_Buy_MCX_Gold\"><\/span>Requirements Before You Buy MCX Gold<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A Commodity Trading Account is Required : <\/strong>To trade gold futures on MCX, you must have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/commodities\">commodity trading account<\/a>. It is not possible to purchase MCX Gold with just an equity trading account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MCX Segment Activation with a Broker : <\/strong>Commodity segments need to be activated separately. If you want a quick and simple setup, you can open an MCX account with Pocketful and start commodity trading straight away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Margin Money Required : <\/strong>When you buy MCX Gold, you must provide margin for that contract before trading. This is a kind of upfront deposit that you make with your broker to enable you to take a position. MCX itself doesn&#8217;t provide a fixed margin; instead, the margin requirement can change daily according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/what-is-span-exposure-margin\/\">SPAN + Exposure margin system.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read Also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/commodity\/how-to-trade-commodities-market\/\">How to Trade in the Commodity Market?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-by-step-how-to-buy-mcx-gold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_How_to_Buy_MCX_Gold\"><\/span>Step-by-Step: How to Buy MCX Gold<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-1-nbsp-activate-the-commodity-segment\">Step 1 :&nbsp; Activate the Commodity Segment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/what-is-mcx-trading\/\">trading MCX <\/a>Gold, activate the commodity segment in your broker account like Pocketful. Without activation, MCX orders will not be placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-2-add-margin-funds\">Step 2 &#8211; Add Margin Funds <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Add funds to the broker commodity ledger. Futures trades are done on margin, so the required margin balance is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-3-choose-the-right-gold-contract\">Step 3 &#8211; Choose the Right Gold Contract <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Search for Gold, Gold Mini, Gold Ten, Gold Guinea, or Gold Petal contracts on the platform. Choose a lot size based on your capital and risk appetite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-4-select-the-expiry-month\">Step 4 &#8211; Select the Expiry Month <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each MCX Gold contract has a different expiry date. Choose the contract with the expiry month for which you want to place the trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-5-check-margin-and-lot-size\">Step 5 &#8211; Check Margin and Lot Size <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Re-verify the margin requirement and lot size before placing an order. This determines the actual exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-6-place-a-buy-order\">Step 6 &#8211; Place a Buy Order <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Select an order type :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market order :&nbsp; <\/strong>&nbsp;Immediate execution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limit order :<\/strong>&nbsp; Execution at your price<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-7-place-a-stop-loss-immediately\">Step 7 &#8211; Place a Stop-Loss immediately <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set a stop-loss as soon as the order is executed. Risk control is crucial in futures trading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-8-monitor-mtm-and-margin\">Step 8 &#8211; Monitor MTM and Margin <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Daily MTM (mark-to-market) adjustments occur while the position is open. Always check to ensure there is no margin shortfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-9-exit-or-rollover-before-expiry\">Step 9 &#8211; Exit or Rollover before Expiry <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to take delivery, square off the position before expiry or rollover it to the next month&#8217;s contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-charges-taxes-amp-costs-in-mcx-gold-trading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Charges_Taxes_Costs_in_MCX_Gold_Trading\"><\/span>Charges, Taxes &amp; Costs in MCX Gold Trading<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th>Charge Type<\/th><th>how does it feel<\/th><th>Typical Rate \/ Rule<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Brokerage<\/td><td>Per order \/ per lot<\/td><td>Depends on the broker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transaction Charges (MCX)<\/td><td>on turnover<\/td><td>0.002% &#8211; 0.004% range<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GST<\/td><td>Brokerage + txn + SEBI fees<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CTT (Commodity Transaction Tax)<\/td><td>On Sell side turnover<\/td><td>0.1% (futures gold)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SEBI Turnover Fees<\/td><td>on turnover<\/td><td>0.0001%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stamp Duty<\/td><td>On Buy Side Turnover<\/td><td>0.002% (state rule based)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Fees<\/td><td>Call &amp; trade \/ platform<\/td><td>Broker specific<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-risk-management-rules-for-mcx-gold-traders\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risk_Management_Rules_for_MCX_Gold_Traders\"><\/span>Risk Management Rules for MCX Gold Traders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep the position size small : <\/strong>Don&#8217;t use your entire capital on every trade. Choose a lot size so that one wrong trade doesn&#8217;t have a significant impact on your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Always set a stop-loss : <\/strong>Price movements in MCX Gold are rapid. Set a stop-loss with or immediately after placing an order to avoid futures trades without a stop-loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t blindly average out a losing trade : <\/strong>Averaging down by repeatedly buying and selling in a falling market increases futures risk. Change your setup first, then make a decision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain a Margin Buffer : <\/strong>Don&#8217;t trade only with the minimum margin. Keep an extra balance to avoid margin calls during volatility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid overtrading : <\/strong>There&#8217;s no need to trade on every small move. Limited, planned trades are safer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain a Trade Journal : <\/strong>Write down the reason, entry, exit, and result of each trade. This helps you spot mistakes quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use alerts, not emotions : <\/strong>Set price alerts and level alerts. Avoid trading in panic or excitement.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-mistakes-beginners-make-when-they-buy-mcx-gold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_Beginners_Make_When_They_Buy_MCX_Gold\"><\/span>Common Mistakes Beginners Make When They Buy MCX Gold<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trading Without Understanding Lot Size : <\/strong>Many beginners place orders without checking the lot size of the contract. MCX Gold lot sizes can be large, increasing the risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ignoring the Expiry Date : <\/strong>Every MCX Gold contract has an expiry date. Volatility and delivery rules may apply as expiry approaches so check the expiry date in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not Setting a Stop-Loss : <\/strong>Trading futures without a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/blog\/trading\/stop-loss\/\">stop-loss <\/a>is risky. Gold moves quickly, and losses can mount quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using Excessive Leverage : <\/strong>Taking on large positions due to low margins is a common mistake. Leverage increases profits, but also increases losses rapidly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choosing a Low Liquidity Contract : <\/strong>Very small or infrequently traded contracts have high spreads. Entry and exit can be difficult.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not checking margin status : <\/strong>If there is a margin shortfall in an open position, the broker may square it off. Regularly monitoring margin levels is essential.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trading MCX Gold can be a great opportunity, but it&#8217;s important to approach it wisely and with proper preparation. Begin trading only after clearly understanding account setup, contract selection, margins, charges, and risk rules. Start with small lots and practice discipline. Buying MCX Gold with the right broker and the right process is both easy and structured. Continue learning, not rushing; planning is essential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trade MCX Gold Futures on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/\">Pocketful<\/a> \u2014 an easy-to-use platform with advanced F&amp;O tools and powerful charts for smarter trading decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-small-font-size\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Gold Rate in Top Cities of India<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Silver Rate in Top Cities of India<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/kerala\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Kerala<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/kerala\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Kerala<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/kolkata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Kolkata<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/kolkata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Kolkata<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/lucknow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Lucknow<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/lucknow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Lucknow<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/madurai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Madurai<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/madurai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Madurai<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/mangalore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Mangalore<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/mangalore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Mangalore<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/mumbai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Mumbai<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/mumbai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Mumbai<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/mysore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Mysore<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/mysore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Mysore<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/nagpur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Nagpur<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/nagpur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Nagpur<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/gold-rates\/nashik\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gold rate in Nashik<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pocketful.in\/silver-rates\/nashik\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver rate in Nashik<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"saswp-faq-block-section\"><ol style=\"list-style-type:none\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">What is MCX Gold?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">MCX Gold means trading gold futures contracts on the exchange &#8211; physical gold is not required.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Can I buy MCX Gold with a normal trading account?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No, the commodity segment must be active.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">Is MCX Gold good for beginners?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Yes, but start with a small lot and a stop-loss.<\/p><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3 class=\"\">How much money is needed to buy MCX Gold?<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Not the full price only the margin is required, which depends on the contract.<\/p><\/ul><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gold has always been considered a safe investment, but now people are taking advantage not only through jewelry but also through trading. 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