24/08/2026
Stock market profits are great, but are you calculating your net returns after tax? 📉💰
If you are buying or selling shares and equity mutual funds, here is exactly how much tax you owe on your gains for this financial year:
✅ For Regular Stock Market Trades (STT Paid):
• Held for less than 1 year (STCG): 20% Tax
• Held for more than 1 year (LTCG): 12.5% Tax
👉 Bonus: You don't pay any long-term tax on the first ₹1.25 Lakh of profit every year!
⚠️ For Off-Market / Unlisted Trades (Non-STT Paid):
• Short-Term Profits: Added directly to your total income and taxed according to your personal Slab Rate.
• Long-Term Profits: Taxed at 12.5% flat (No indexation).
Don't let taxes surprise you at the end of the year. Smart tax planning can save you thousands of rupees!
🌐 Have questions about booking your profits or tax-saving strategies? Drop a comment below for professional guidance.