This discussion explores whether Section 50C of the Income Tax Act applies to a flat purchased through a bank auction under the SARFAESI Act. The central question is whether the 'market value' for capital gains tax purposes is the auction purchase price or the subsequent sale price, and if the auction sale itself exempts the transaction from Section 50C provisions.
03 April 2024
Mr. A has bought a flat in an auction from a bank under the SARFAESI Act 2002. Mr. A is selling that flat with a market value of 2 crore and a buying value of 1.50 crore.
The question is: Will Section 50C of the Income Tax Act be applicable to Mr. A
04 April 2024
Section 50c not applicable for auction sale. https://taxguru.in/income-tax/sec-50c-not-applies-to-distress-sale-of-land-to-govt-company.html
04 April 2024
Seetharaman ji. He bought the flat in auction. But from his message it seems, that he is selling it later on! so not sure auction sale part is relevant anymore.