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Taxation on ETF
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Capital Gains Taxation on ETFs
| ETF Category | Holding Period | Classification | Tax Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity ETFs | Less than 12 months | Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) | 20% | Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is applicable. |
| Equity ETFs | More than 12 months | Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) | 12.5% | Gains up to ₹1.25 lakh are exempt in a financial year. No indexation benefit. |
| Gold / Silver ETFs | Less than 12 months | Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) | As per your income tax slab rate | No STT is applicable. |
| Gold / Silver ETFs | More than 12 months | Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) | 12.5% | No indexation benefit. |
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