24/07/2026
Case Law Update | Section 54
In a noteworthy ruling, the ITAT Bangalore has clarified the application of Section 54 where multiple residential houses are sold during the same financial year.
The Tribunal held that the exemption under Section 54 should be examined asset-wise, reaffirming that each eligible transfer must be evaluated independently, subject to the conditions prescribed under the Act.
This decision offers valuable guidance for taxpayers dealing with multiple residential property transactions. However, the applicability of the ruling will always depend on the specific facts and circumstances of each case."
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