1 Pavan Gold Rate in Dubai Today: 8 Gram Sovereign Price in AED and Rupees
Quick answer: One pavan, also called a sovereign, is 8 grams of gold, usually 22K. The weight table below shows today’s live price of 8 grams in dirhams, and the rupee table shows it in Indian rupees. Shop prices add a making charge and 5% VAT.
| Weight | 22K in AED | 22K in US$ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | 432.72 | 117.83 |
| 4 grams | 1,730.88 | 471.31 |
| 8 grams (1 sovereign or pavan) | 3,461.76 | 942.62 |
| 10 grams | 4,327.20 | 1,178.27 |
| 1 tola (11.6638 g) | 5,047.16 | 1,374.31 |
| 20 grams | 8,654.40 | 2,356.54 |
| 50 grams | 21,636.00 | 5,891.35 |
| 100 grams | 43,272.00 | 11,782.71 |
GoldRateUAE tracks the 1 pavan gold rate in Dubai for families from Kerala and Tamil Nadu, who count gold in pavan rather than grams. The table above shows the live value of one pavan, 8 grams, in 22K gold, alongside other common weights.
If you think in pavan at home and in grams in Dubai, this page gives you both, with the conversions and the rupee value.
What Is a Pavan, and Why Is It 8 Grams?
The word pavan comes from the British gold sovereign, a 22K coin that weighed about 7.988 grams. When the coin circulated in British India, traders in Kerala called it a pavan, and the weight was rounded to 8 grams for everyday trade.
Today, one pavan means 8 grams of gold, almost always 22K. In Tamil Nadu the same unit is called a sovereign or savaran.
How Much Is 1 Pavan of Gold in Dubai in Rupees?
The table converts today’s Dubai gold price into rupees by weight, including one pavan, at the live exchange rate.
| Weight | 22K in rupees | 24K in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | ₹11,187 | ₹12,203 |
| 8 grams (1 sovereign or pavan) | ₹89,493 | ₹97,625 |
| 10 grams | ₹1,11,866 | ₹1,22,031 |
| 1 tola (11.6638 g) | ₹1,30,478 | ₹1,42,335 |
| 20 grams | ₹2,23,732 | ₹2,44,062 |
| 50 grams | ₹5,59,330 | ₹6,10,156 |
| 100 grams | ₹11,18,660 | ₹12,20,312 |
These are world market values for the gold alone. A Dubai jeweller’s bill adds a making charge and 5% VAT, and the shop board rate sits a few percent above the world price.
Pavan, Gram and Tola Conversions
| Unit | Grams | In pavan |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pavan (sovereign) | 8 | 1 |
| 1 tola | 11.6638 | About 1.46 |
| 10 grams | 10 | 1.25 |
| 1 troy ounce | 31.1035 | About 3.89 |
| 100 grams | 100 | 12.5 |
For example, a 40 gram bridal necklace is 5 pavan, and a 5 tola set is about 7.3 pavan. Use these figures to compare a Dubai quote in grams with a price you know in pavan from home.
How Do Dubai Jewellers Price Pavan Gold?
Dubai jewellers price by the gram, not the pavan. Multiply the day’s 22K rate per gram by 8 to get the gold value of one pavan, then add the making charge and VAT.
Indian chains in Dubai, such as Malabar, Kalyan, Joyalukkas and Tanishq, often show weights in grams and help customers convert to pavan for wedding planning. Ask for the making charge per gram so you can compare like for like.
See our Malabar gold rate in Dubai for how one of the largest Kerala chains prices its jewellery.
Is a Pavan Cheaper in Dubai or in Kerala?
The gold value of a pavan is usually lower in Dubai, because India charges 15% import duty and 3% GST, while UAE jewellery carries 5% VAT. Making charges and your customs allowance on the way home decide the real saving.
Our gold price UAE vs India page shows the live tax difference per gram.
How Many Pavan Can You Take From Dubai to India Duty Free?
Under India’s Baggage Rules 2026, a woman who has lived abroad for more than a year can bring 40 grams of gold jewellery duty free, which is 5 pavan. A man can bring 20 grams, which is 2.5 pavan.
Duty applies to any extra weight, so a large bridal set can quickly go over the limit. Read our guide on how much gold you can carry from Dubai to India before you plan a wedding purchase.
Planning Wedding Gold in Pavan
Kerala weddings are often planned in pavan, and families buy over several years. That is why many families track the pavan rate over time.
1. Set the total in pavan, then convert it to grams for Dubai shops.
2. Track the 22K rate on this page to see how the pavan price moves.
3. Note the making charge per gram, since it is not paid back when gold is sold.
4. Keep every invoice for customs, exchange and future resale.
Common Bridal Weights in Pavan and Grams
Kerala bridal gold is often planned in pavan. The table converts common totals into grams, so you can price them in a Dubai showroom.
| Pavan | Grams | Tola (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 pavan | 40 grams | 3.4 tola |
| 10 pavan | 80 grams | 6.9 tola |
| 20 pavan | 160 grams | 13.7 tola |
| 30 pavan | 240 grams | 20.6 tola |
| 50 pavan | 400 grams | 34.3 tola |
At an illustrative 22K rate of AED 470 per gram, 10 pavan of gold is worth AED 37,600 before making charges and VAT. Use the live rate above for today’s figure.
The 22K gold rate in UAE page shows the gram price, and the AED to INR gold rate page converts it into rupees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 pavan?
One pavan is 8 grams. The name comes from the British gold sovereign, which weighed about 7.988 grams.
How much is one pavan of gold in Dubai today?
The weight table at the top of this page shows the live value of 8 grams of 22K gold in dirhams. Multiply the day’s 22K rate per gram by 8 for any shop quote.
Is a sovereign the same as a pavan?
Yes, in South Indian usage both mean 8 grams of gold. The original British sovereign coin weighs about 7.988 grams of 22K gold.
How many pavan is 1 tola?
One tola is 11.6638 grams, which is about 1.46 pavan.
Using the 1 Pavan Gold Rate in Dubai for Your Next Purchase
Check the 1 pavan gold rate in Dubai on this page, convert your plan from pavan to grams, and compare making charges between shops. That keeps a Kerala style budget accurate in a Dubai showroom.
This page gives market information only and is not financial advice.
Sources: The sovereign coin on Wikipedia, Airtel on pavan to gram conversion and Upstox on India’s Baggage Rules 2026.
