Difference between "Gift to Relative" and "Transfer between Specified Family Member" Shares in Demat

What is Difference between "Gift to Relative" and "Transfer between Specified Family Member", as per Income Tax Act?

NSDL and CDSL online platforms when allowing to do OFF-MARKET Transfer, will ask for the "Reason for transfer"

Therefore, one desiring to do off-market transfer of some shares to a son/daughter is asked to give a reason for off market transfer between "Gift to Relative" and "Transfer between Specified Family Member"

Hence the question: Whether "Gift to Relative" or "Transfer between Specified Family Member" ?

 

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Quick Summary
This discussion clarifies the distinction between transferring Demat shares as a 'Gift to Relative' and a 'Transfer between Specified Family Member' under the Income Tax Act. While a gift implies no payment, a transfer between family members may involve a sale price. Understanding these differences is crucial when using NSDL and CDSL platforms for off-market transfers.

Main difference is in gift there is no sell amount paid, its free;  while in transfer/sale the price is paid by receiver.

You might be aware of renunciation however it's more or less sale.

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