At the Multi Commodity Exchange, silver for delivery in May traded higher by Rs 182, or 0.40 per cent to Rs 45,270 per kg in business turnover of 147 lots.
Likewise, the white metal for delivery in March gained Rs 154, or 0.35 per cent to Rs 44,278 per kg in 8,745 lots.
Market analysts said the rise in silver prices at futures trade to a firming trend overseas.
Meanwhile, gained 0.9 per cent to USD 19.76 an ounce.