When you earn from the sale of specific assets, including real estate, stocks, mutual funds, and other investments, capital gains tax is due in India. The type of asset being sold and the length of the holding period determine when to pay taxes on capital gains. However, in India, taxes on capital gains must be paid in the same financial year (FY) in which the capital asset is sold or transferred.
When do You Pay Capital Gains Tax?
The timing depends on whether the gains are Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) or Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG).
If your total tax liability (including capital gains tax) exceeds Rs 10,000 in a financial year, you must pay advance tax in installments (by June 15, September 15, December 15, and March 15). Failure to pay may attract interest under Sections 234B & 234C.
If advance tax was not paid or was insufficient, you must pay the remaining tax before filing your Income Tax Return. The due date for filing ITR is July 31 (or September 30 for audit cases).
Equity Shares/Mutual Funds (STCG/LTCG): Tax must be paid before filing ITR.
Property Sale (LTCG with reinvestment exemption): If claiming Section 54/54EC, tax is due only on the non-exempt portion.
Capital gains tax is part of your total income tax liability. Late payment attracts monthly interest under Section 234A. I hope you found this helpful.
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When to Pay Taxes on Capital Gains?
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