This discussion clarifies how to calculate Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) on the sale of a building, using the indexed value as of April 1st, 2001. While investing the proceeds in a ready-to-move residential flat can lead to nil tax liability, investing in agricultural land does not qualify for any tax exemption under these rules.
23 March 2025
Calculate LTCG of the building based on indexed value as of circle rate of 01.04.2001. If the amount is invested in the new residential flat, the tax liability will be nil. Investment in agricultural land will not qualify for exemption.