Capital Gains Tax
LTCG & STCG on equity shares and mutual funds — FY 2025-26
Asset Type
Purchase Details
Total price including brokerage paid at purchase
Sale Details
Total consideration received
Brokerage, stamp duty, registration, legal fees on sale
STT paid on sale?
Required for 12.5% LTCG / 20% STCG rates on equity
Capital Gain Result
Capital Gain
₹5.00 L
Long-Term
Tax Liability
₹48,750
9.8% effective
Detailed Computation
Sale consideration
₹10,00,000
Net sale value
₹10,00,000
Cost of acquisition
₹5,00,000
Indexed cost
₹5,00,000
Capital Gain / Loss
₹5,00,000
Exemption (Sec 10/54/54F)
− ₹1,25,000
Taxable gain
₹3,75,000
Tax @ 12.5%
₹46,875
Health & Education Cess (4%)
₹1,875
Total Tax Payable
₹48,750
Net Profit after Tax
₹4,51,250
Key Rules (FY 2025-26)
→ Equity LTCG (>12m, STT paid): 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25L/year. STCG: 20%.
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FAQ
Capital Gains Tax — FAQ
Common questions about this calculator
12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh per year (Budget 2024). Gains up to ₹1.25L are fully exempt.
Calculations are approximate and for educational purposes only. Excludes surcharge for income above ₹50L. Consult a Chartered Accountant for personalised tax advice.