Cost of acquisition of listed equity shares


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When calculating the cost of acquisition for listed equity shares for capital gains purposes in ITR 2, you can indeed include the Securities Transaction Tax (STT), brokerage fees, and other applicable taxes. This means your cost of acquisition is not just the purchase price but also includes these associated expenses.

(Querist)
21 April 2021 Dear expert,
Kindly let me know that cost of acquisition of listed equity shares will include STT , brokerage & other taxes to show this in ITR 2 for capital gain purpose? Or only purchase price without brokerage & taxes?

Thanks in Advance

21 April 2021 Hello,
You can include the STT, Brokerage & taxes for Cost of Acquisition

ashwani (Querist)
21 April 2021 Thank you sir for quick reply.


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