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The Indian government has introduced a significant shift in the taxation landscape for share buybacks, effective April 1, 2026. Following the proposals in the Finance Bill, 2026, the Income Tax Department has now issued a crucial clarification regarding the surcharge applied to these transactions. T
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FAQ :
The new rules for share buybacks, including the redefined surcharge applicability and the shift to capital gains treatment, come into effect from April 1, 2026.
From April 1, 2026, the proceeds from share buybacks will be treated as capital gains for all types of shareholders.
No, the Income Tax Department has clarified that the flat 12% surcharge on buybacks applies only to promoters.
For non-promoter shareholders, the surcharge will follow normal income tax provisions based on their respective tax slabs and total income.
For non-corporate promoters, the additional tax increases the effective tax rate to 30%. For corporate promoters, the effective tax rate stands at 22%.
The amendment aims to discourage the improper use of the buyback route by promoters for tax arbitrage while protecting the interests of minority shareholders.
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