: You can purchase high-purity (usually 24K) bars or coins from reputable dealers like APMEX , JM Bullion , or even major retailers like Costco .

: If you buy physical bars, you'll need a secure home safe or a bank locker.

Note : Jewellery often includes "making charges" and is rarely 24K because pure gold is too soft for intricate designs.

: You buy shares in a fund that holds physical gold in a secure vault. You can trade these on stock apps like Zerodha or M1 Finance .

: For physical gold, look for certifications like the BIS Hallmark (in India) or Assay Certification .

Different types of Gold Investments in India and their benefits