Akshaya Tritiya 2026: The tradition of buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya has been going on for years. But do you know how to test gold? Here we tell you how to differentiate between real and fake gold.

One should have a very good judgement while buying gold.

Akshaya Tritiya 2026: It's traditional to buy gold, silver , or any other metal on Akshaya Tritiya . Purchasing gold on this day is considered highly auspicious. Consequently, showrooms are crowded with customers on this day. People purchase gold coins or jewelry, though this can be challenging. The biggest challenge when buying gold is correctly identifying its purity. Do you understand the difference between 22-carat and 24-carat gold? If not, we'll explain how to test it.

22k vs 24k Gold
While buying gold, you must have noticed that in the showroom you are asked which gold should be shown, 22k or 24k. Everyone gets confused at first in answering this question, but you need not be confused. Before buying gold, know that 24k gold is 99.9% pure, but due to its being very soft, it is not very suitable for making jewellery. Whereas 22K gold is 91.6% pure gold and other metals are mixed in it, due to which it becomes stronger and is considered good for jewellery.

Keep these things in mind while buying gold.
Some important things have to be kept in mind while buying gold, such as:

• Before buying gold, always check the hallmark. In India, the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) hallmark guarantees the purity of gold.
• 22k gold is usually marked with 916 and 24k with 999.
• It is also important to check the credibility of the showroom from which you are purchasing.
• While buying gold, you can do a magnet test; real gold does not stick to the magnet, whereas fake or adulterated gold may get attracted.
• The purity of gold can also be checked through acid test and carat meter, however it is better to get this done by an expert only.
• It's crucial to obtain a bill when purchasing gold. The bill should clearly state the gold's weight, caratage, and price.
• While buying gold, the information about making charges and taxes should also be read carefully.