Indexation method:This method is available to you if your shares were acquired before 21 September 1999 and you have owned them for 12 months or more before a CGT event. Theindexation factoris worked out using the consumer price index (CPI) as a multiplier to account for inflation. This ...
Some websites calculate capital gains after applying indexation, but it is better to consult a tax lawyerSrikanth Meenakshi
A long-term capital gain of more than ₹1 lakh on the sale of equity shares or equity-oriented mutual fund units would now be subject to a 10% long-term capital gains tax (plus applicable cess). Indexation benefits will not be available to sellers, as well. Regardless of when a ...