Capital Gains Calculator

⚡ In shortSold shares, mutual funds or property? Estimate your capital gains tax — short-term or long-term — free and instant. Capital gain is the sale price minus the cost (and eligible expenses). For listed equity and equity mutual funds, long-term gains (held over 12 months) are taxed at 12.5% above the ₹1.25 lakh exemption and short-term at 20%. Property and other assets held long-term are taxed at 12.5% (verify indexation/grandfathering options). Holding period and asset type decide the rate.

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How it is calculated

Capital gain is the sale price minus the cost (and eligible expenses). For listed equity and equity mutual funds, long-term gains (held over 12 months) are taxed at 12.5% above the ₹1.25 lakh exemption and short-term at 20%. Property and other assets held long-term are taxed at 12.5% (verify indexation/grandfathering options). Holding period and asset type decide the rate.

Frequently asked questions

How is long-term capital gains tax calculated on shares?

Listed-equity LTCG is taxed at 12.5% on gains above the ₹1.25 lakh annual exemption; short-term gains are taxed at 20%. Verify the current rates.

Is capital gains tax different for property?

Yes — property/other long-term gains are taxed at 12.5%, with a grandfathering/indexation option for older assets. Confirm which is better for you.

Is this tax advice?

No. Rates and exemptions change. Confirm with a CA before relying on the figure.

Related reading

India Law Simplified is an AI-assisted tool, not a substitute for a licensed CA or advocate. Tax rules and limits change with each Finance Act — verify before relying on any figure.