Capital Gains Tax Comparison
Compare India LTCG/STCG vs your host country — equity, property, gold, foreign stocks
Estimates only. India rules per current Budget (FY 2026-27). Foreign rates simplified. Actual liability depends on your total income, surcharge, cess, and treaty elections. Consult a tax advisor before making sell decisions.
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Latest India Capital Gains Quick Reference
| Asset | LT threshold | STCG | LTCG | Indexation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listed equity/MF | 12 months | 20% | 12.5% (₹1.25L exempt) | No |
| Property (post Jul 2024) | 24 months | Slab rate | 12.5% | No |
| Property (eligible pre-Jul 2024) | 24 months | Slab rate | Min(12.5% / 20%+idx) | Resident individual/HUF |
| Debt MF (post Apr 2023) | — | Slab rate | Slab rate | No |
| Gold / precious metals | 24 months | Slab rate | 12.5% | No |
| Foreign stocks (India res) | 24 months | Slab rate | 12.5% | No |
Add 4% health & education cess on all India taxes. Surcharge may apply for incomes > ₹50L.
India rates reflect the current capital-gains baseline for FY 2026-27 / AY 2027-28, which carry forward the changes first effective from July 23, 2024. Foreign rates are simplified — see our RSU/ESOP tax tool for detailed country-by-country breakdown. For individual advice, consult a qualified tax advisor.