This discussion addresses how to report short-term capital gains (STCG) transactions that result in an overall loss for tax filing purposes. The user was initially unsure how to show this in the quarterly breakdown. They were advised that if there's a loss to carry forward, the quarterly breakdown schedule isn't necessary; instead, one should focus on the 'compute set off' BFLA & CFLA schedules. Despite a validation warning, the user successfully filed their return using this advice.
15 July 2023
In FY 22-23 I had two transactions of STCG nature resulting in an overall loss. how do i show this in quarterly breakdown. i am unable to proceed with filing my return.