Calculate Capital Gains Tax
Calculate tax on capital gains from equity, debt, and property
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About Capital Gains Tax Calculator
Capital gains tax is levied on profit from sale of capital assets. This calculator helps you estimate the tax liability based on asset type, holding period, and applicable exemptions.
Tax Rates
- Equity LTCG: 10% on gains above ₹1 lakh (with indexation benefit)
- Debt LTCG: 20% with indexation or 10% without
- Property LTCG: 20% with indexation or 10% without
- STCG: As per income tax slab (15% for equity)
Frequently Asked Questions
Capital gains tax is levied on profit from sale of capital assets like stocks, mutual funds, property, or bonds. It is classified as short-term (STCG) or long-term (LTCG) based on holding period.
Short-term capital gains (STCG) apply to assets held for less than specified period (1 year for equity, 3 years for property). Long-term capital gains (LTCG) apply to longer holding periods with different tax rates.
Equity LTCG: 10% on gains above ₹1 lakh (with indexation). Debt LTCG: 20% with indexation. Property LTCG: 20% with indexation or 10% without. STCG: As per income tax slab.
Indexation adjusts purchase price for inflation using Cost Inflation Index (CII), reducing taxable capital gains. It is available for long-term capital gains on debt funds and property.