ganak.appGold Capital Gains Tax Calculator
Calculate capital gains tax on physical gold and jewelry in India. STCG at slab rate for under 2 years, LTCG at 12.5% for over 2 years. Covers gold coins, bars, jewelry, and inherited gold. Updated for Finance Act 2024 — indexation no longer applies.
Capital Gains Classification
Breakdown by holding period and applicable tax rates
Short-Term
Gains from assets held ≤24 months
Long-Term
Gains from assets held >24 months
Complete Tax Breakdown
Step-by-step calculation from purchase to final tax payable
Tax Rules: Gold
Rates as per Finance Act 2024
What is Capital Gains Tax in India?
Understand the basics of capital gains taxation
Capital Gains Tax is levied on the profit you make when selling a capital asset for more than its purchase price. The tax applies to stocks, mutual funds, property, gold, and other investments.
Key Concepts:
- Capital Gain = Sale Price − Purchase Cost − Expenses
- Tax is only on the profit (gain), not the entire sale amount
- Gains are classified as Short-Term (STCG) or Long-Term (LTCG) based on holding period
- Different asset classes have different tax rates and rules
Short-Term vs Long-Term Capital Gains
Short-term vs long-term holding period and tax rates
The holding period determines whether your gain is Short-Term or Long-Term. Long-term gains typically enjoy lower tax rates to reward patient investing.
Capital Gains Tax Rates (FY 2024-25)
| Asset Type | LTCG Threshold | STCG Rate | LTCG Rate | Indexation | Exemption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listed Equity / Equity MF | 12 months | 20% | 12.5% | No | ₹1.25 Lakh/year |
| Property / Land | 24 months | Slab Rate | 12.5% | No* | Sec 54/54EC/54F |
| Gold (Physical) | 24 months | Slab Rate | 12.5% | No | None |
| Gold (Listed ETFs / SGB) | 12 months | Slab Rate | 12.5% | No | None |
| REITs / InvITs | 12 months | 20% | 12.5% | No | ₹1.25 Lakh/year |
| Debt Mutual Funds | N/A | Slab Rate | Slab Rate | No | None |
| Unlisted Shares | 24 months | Slab Rate | 12.5% | No | None |
| Cryptocurrency / VDA | N/A | 30% | 30% | No | None |
| Other Assets | 24 months | Slab Rate | 12.5% | No | None |
Rates as per Finance Act (No. 2) 2024. 4% Health & Education Cess applies on all tax amounts. *For Property bought before July 23, 2024, you can choose the old tax regime (20% with Indexation) if it lowers your tax liability.
Indexation Benefit Explained
Adjust purchase cost for inflation to reduce tax
Indexation adjusts your purchase cost for inflation using the Cost Inflation Index (CII). This increases your cost basis, reducing taxable LTCG. It was historically available for property, gold, and debt funds.
Indexed Cost Formula:
Indexed Cost = Original Cost × (CII of Sale Year / CII of Purchase Year)Important: As per Finance Act 2024, indexation benefit is NO LONGER available for most assets. The new flat 12.5% LTCG rate applies without indexation. This calculator shows what indexation WOULD have saved for comparison.
Capital Loss Set-Off Rules
Offset losses against gains to lower your tax
Capital losses can offset capital gains, reducing your tax liability. Understanding the rules helps you optimize tax planning.
Set-Off Rules:
- STCL can set off against BOTH STCG and LTCG
- LTCL can ONLY set off against LTCG (not STCG)
- Capital losses CANNOT offset salary, business, or other income
- Unabsorbed losses can be carried forward for 8 years
- You MUST file ITR before due date to carry forward losses
Quick Calculation Example
Worked examples showing capital gains calculations
Equity Shares (LTCG)
Bought: ₹1,00,000 (April 2023)
Sold: ₹1,50,000 (August 2024)
Holding: 16 months → LTCG
Gain: ₹50,000
Exempt up to ₹1.25 lakh → Full exemption
Tax: ₹0
Property Sale (LTCG)
Bought: ₹50 lakh (2020)
Sold: ₹1 crore (2024)
Gain: ₹50 lakh → LTCG
Reinvested: ₹30 lakh (Sec 54)
Taxable: ₹20 lakh
Tax @ 12.5% + Cess: ₹2.6 lakh
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about capital gains tax in India