Sovereign gold bond capital gain

Are SGBs listed securities? They are traded on stock exchanges, but for tax reporting and nature of security, they are government securities—not equity shares or listed debentures subject to Section 112A. The AIS classification as a "listed debenture" is a common reporting glitch.

Where to report: Do not use Section 112A (which is strictly for STT-paid equity/equity mutual funds). Report the LTCG under the general Section 112 category in Schedule CG, overriding the incorrect AIS categorization after verifying the correct cost of acquisition and transfer dates.