The most-active gold contract for December delivery was 0.99 per cent lower at 30,109 rupees ($470) per 10 gram at 0934 GMT on the Multi Commodity Exchange.
India has imposed several restrictions on imports of gold, the biggest non-essential import item, to curb a record trade deficit.
Indian gold demand seen falling to 8-year low in festive quarter.
India made it mandatory for customers to disclose their tax code, or Permanent Account Number (PAN), for purchases above Rs 200,000.
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