Tax Planning
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Tax-saving Guide
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Sold mutual funds on March 31? Here's when you're taxed
We answer one of the most common questions asked around this time of the year
Sold a fund at a loss? It could save you tax
Here is how short-term capital losses reduce long-term capital gains tax
How to legally save tax on a big capital gain
You sold shares, gold, or land and made a large profit. Before you write a cheque to the tax department, check whether the law lets you keep that money. One section of the Income-tax Act often does.
Does STP within same AMC attract capital gains tax?
Know the tax rules before making the switch
The tax break that shrinks as you grow richer
Booking Rs 1.25 lakh of gains tax-free every year sounds like free money. Our numbers show a capped benefit that fades just as your portfolio grows.
Missing the July 31 ITR deadline costs more than a fine
The fine is the least of it. Filing even a day late can wipe out years of capital loss savings.
Earn less than ₹50 lakh a year? Check which ITR form to file
Let's find out
Inherited mutual funds? Here's how they're taxed
Transmission itself isn't taxable, but tax applies when you sell the units. Here's how the holding period, purchase cost and capital gains are calculated.
You now have until September 15 to file your ITR
Income tax return (ITR) filing deadline pushed due to revised forms and delayed TDS credits
Can NPS employer contribution save tax this year?
Let's find out
How will mutual funds be taxed if sold this financial year?
Taxation will vary based on when you invested and your holding period
New Income Tax Bill 2025: Key changes explained
At a wider level, the new bill aims to simplify the income tax process
Earning just over Rs 12 lakh? Marginal relief will reduce your tax
Let's explain what marginal relief is and how it works
Why pay more tax when marginal relief is there?
This is especially true for people whose annual income is slightly higher than the no-tax limit
FAQs
Your questions related to Tax Planning, our thoughtful answers.
- Sold mutual funds on March 31? Here's when you're taxed
- Sold a fund at a loss? It could save you tax
- How will mutual funds be taxed if sold this financial year?
- Why pay more tax when marginal relief is there?
- Can NPS employer contribution save tax this year?
- Inherited mutual funds? Here's how they're taxed
Dive deeper
Further resources to help you deepen your understanding.
Breaking down the balance sheet
Since the balance sheet brings a critical perspective to investors, it is important to understand this financial statement inside-out. Read this ebook to understand more about the fundamental balance that has to be maintained between the quantum of money that a company owns and owes.