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Last fact-checked: 2026-06-04
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Key capital gains 2026 questions
Capital Gains 2026 questions usually become easier once you identify the year, entity type, documents, portal status and deadline. This FAQ helps you prepare a better WorkIndex brief.
- Confirm whether the issue is filing, registration, correction, notice reply, advisory or ongoing compliance.
- Check official portal status before relying on memory or old forms.
- Keep documents and transaction evidence ready before asking for a quote.
- For deadlines, mention exact dates and current status.
Who this is for
- User doing initial research.
- Founder comparing expert scope.
- Taxpayer trying to understand a notice or filing requirement.
- Business owner preparing documents.
Documents and details to prepare
- Entity or taxpayer details.
- Prior filings and portal status.
- Notice, challan or acknowledgement if any.
- Transaction details and deadline.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Asking for a fixed answer without facts.
- Using old thresholds or forms.
- Ignoring portal mismatch.
- Not saving evidence after filing.
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- Collect the records listed here.
- Post the requirement with facts and deadline.
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FAQs
What is the first thing to check for Capital Gains 2026?
Check the applicable year, entity type, portal status and whether any notice or deadline is involved.
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Hire an expert when money, penalties, registration, notices, audit, foreign income or company-law filings are involved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the tax significance of Capital Gains 2026 FAQ under the Income Tax Act?
Capital Gains 2026 FAQ represents key provisions under the Income Tax Act governing deductions, exemptions, tax rebates, or notice assessments. In FY 2025-26, all tax computations must follow the default New Tax Regime unless you actively opt for the Old Tax Regime.
2. How does Capital Gains 2026 FAQ apply under the default New Tax Regime for FY 2025-26?
Under the New Tax Regime, tax slabs are broadened (up to ₹4 lakh is Nil, and ₹4L to ₹8L is 5%, up to a maximum rate of 30% above ₹24 lakh). Standard deduction is enhanced to ₹75,000. Rebate under Section 87A is available up to ₹60,000 for taxable income up to ₹12,00,000, which heavily influences calculations for Capital Gains 2026 FAQ.
3. Are there specific deductions or exemptions available for Capital Gains 2026 FAQ?
Deductions or exemptions for Capital Gains 2026 FAQ depend on the chosen tax regime. Under the Old Tax Regime, deductions like Section 80C, 80D, and home loan interest (Section 24b) can be claimed, but these are generally disallowed under the default New Tax Regime.
4. What is the Section 87A rebate limit for FY 2025-26?
Under the New Tax Regime, resident individuals with taxable income up to ₹12,00,000 get a full rebate up to ₹60,000, making tax liability zero. Under the Old Tax Regime, the rebate is available only for income up to ₹5,00,000 (maximum rebate ₹12,500).
5. What is the LTCG tax rate on equity shares and mutual funds?
Under Section 112A, Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) on listed equity shares and equity-oriented mutual funds are taxed at a flat rate of 12.5% on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year.
6. What is the STCG tax rate on equity shares under Section 111A?
Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) on listed equity shares and equity mutual funds are taxed at a flat rate of 20% under Section 111A if Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is paid.
7. What is the tax treatment of dividend income?
Dividend income is fully taxable in the hands of the receiver at their applicable income tax slab rates. The paying company will deduct TDS at 10% under Section 194 if the dividend exceeds ₹5,000 in a FY.
8. What is Section 80C under the Old Tax Regime?
Section 80C allows deductions up to ₹1,500,000 for investments in PPF, EPF, ELSS, LIC premium, principal repayment of home loan, and school tuition fees. This deduction is NOT available under the New Tax Regime.
9. What is Section 80D medical insurance deduction?
Section 80D allows deduction for health insurance premium: up to ₹25,000 for self, spouse, and children, and an additional ₹25,000 for parents. If parents are senior citizens, the deduction limit increases to ₹50,000. It is only available under the Old Tax Regime.
10. What are the rules for filing a belated return under Section 139(4)?
If you miss the primary ITR due date, you can file a belated return by December 31 of the Assessment Year. It attracts a late fee of ₹5,000 (₹1,000 if income is <= ₹5 lakh) and interest under Section 234A.
11. What is Section 148 of the Income Tax Act?
Section 148 authorizes the Assessing Officer to issue a notice to assess or reassess income that has escaped assessment. A show-cause notice under Section 148A must first be issued to give the taxpayer an opportunity to reply before reopening.
12. What is the tax rate on speculative business income (like intraday equity)?
Speculative business income is taxed at normal slab rates. However, speculative losses can only be set off against speculative profits and can be carried forward for only 4 assessment years.
13. What is the presumptive taxation scheme under Section 44AD?
Small businesses with turnover up to ₹2 crore (or ₹3 crore if receipts are 95% digital) can declare presumptive taxable profits at 8% of turnover (6% for digital receipts) without maintaining books of accounts or undergoing audits.
14. What is presumptive taxation for professionals under Section 44ADA?
Professionals with gross receipts up to ₹50 lakh (or ₹75 lakh if receipts are 95% digital) can declare 50% of receipts as taxable income under Section 44ADA.
15. How is rental income taxed under the head 'Income from House Property'?
Rental income is taxed on its Net Annual Value (Rent received minus Municipal Taxes). A standard deduction of 30% under Section 24(a) is allowed. Home loan interest under Section 24(b) can be deducted up to ₹2,00,000 (only under the Old Regime for self-occupied properties).