03 September 2025
Brokerage, commission, and service charges paid at the time of sale can reduce the sale consideration. Stamp duty and similar transaction costs at the time of sale are also deductible. Exchange levy is allowed as a deductible, but Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and annual maintenance charge (AMC) for demat accounts are not allowed as deductions. Purchase-related expenses (brokerage, stamp duty, registration fee, transfer charges) incurred while acquiring shares can be added to the original cost of shares, enhancing the cost of acquisition for capital gains computation.