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How to buy digital gold on Paytm

4 min read · updated Sep 2026

Buying digital gold on Paytm takes about two minutes. Behind the scoop-and-tap interface, MMTC-PAMP holds real 24K gold in your name. Here's the full flow and what it actually costs.

Buy it in four steps

01

Open Paytm → Gold — Find "Gold" under the balance section, or search "digital gold".

02

Enter an amount or weight — Type ₹100, or switch to grams. The live price plus 3% GST is quoted and held for a few minutes.

03

Pay by UPI or wallet — Confirm with UPI, card or Paytm balance. Your gold is credited instantly.

04

Track, sell or take delivery — Watch it against the live rate, sell back anytime, or order coins with a small making charge.

What it costs on Paytm

The headline price hides two things: GST and the gap between the buy and sell rate.

ItemPaytm
ProviderMMTC-PAMP
GST on buy3%
Buy/sell spread~3–5%
Free storage5 years

Should you use Paytm?

It's the smoothest on-ramp for small, regular buying. If you plan to hold larger amounts for years, compare the spread against a gold ETF or Sovereign Gold Bond first.

At a glance

ProviderMMTC-PAMP
Minimum₹1
GST3%
Free storage5 years

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FAQ

Common questions

Is Paytm digital gold safe?

The metal is real, insured and audited by MMTC-PAMP. The platform itself isn't SEBI-regulated, so treat it as a convenience product, not an investment vehicle.

Can I sell instantly?

Yes — you can sell back to Paytm at the live rate at any time, and the money returns to your wallet or bank.

What's the minimum?

You can start from ₹1, though very small buys make the spread proportionally larger.

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