Currency Exchange Today in India — Consumer Focus
Traveling abroad? Shopping online in dollars or euros? Or maybe waiting for a money transfer from my family overseas? In all these cases, the currency exchange rate matters a lot. It tells you how much one Indian Rupee is worth compared to the US Dollar, Euro, Pound, or other currencies. These rates change every day, sometimes even every hour. Knowing the latest rates helps you plan better, whether you are a student, a business owner, or just someone planning a holiday.
See the RBI reference page or summaries on NSE India and Moneycontrol Currencies. NSE IndiaMoneycontrol
Indicative mid-market levels (around today)
- US Dollar (USD) → ₹87.7 per $1 (RBI ref near ₹87.74 on Aug 26; live may vary). MSEI
- Euro (EUR) → ₹102.0 per €1 (RBI ref near ₹102.03). MSEI
- British Pound (GBP) → ₹118.1 per £1 (RBI ref near ₹118.11). MSEI
- UAE Dirham (AED) → ₹23.8–23.9 per AED 1 (live trackers). WiseBookMyForex
- Canadian Dollar (CAD) → ₹63.2–63.6 per C$1 (live trackers). WiseYahoo Finance
- Australian Dollar (AUD) → ₹56.9–57.1 per A$1 (live trackers). WisePound Sterling Live
Why different numbers? Banks, cards, and kiosks add spreads and. The “mid-market” rate you see on screens is not the same as a buy/sell counter rate.
Tips to save money
- Compare rates on big banks like SBI and HDFC Bank before you buy cash or load a forex card.
- For education fees or remittances, check live quotes on platforms like Wise; they show fees clearly.
- Avoid last-minute exchanges at airports; service fees are usually higher.
- If you receive money from abroad, ask the sender to lock the rate (if the service allows) when INR is stronger that day.
Bottom line
Check RBI reference for an official daily snapshot, but use live trackers before you transact. A small change in the USD/INR or AED/INR rate can change your final cost by a lot. NSE IndiaWise
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