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ITR Filing For Capital Gains:

Filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for capital gains in India, as per the Income Tax Act, 1961, involves reporting the profits earned from the sale of capital assets. Here's a brief overview of ITR filing for capital gains:

1. Identification of Capital Assets:

- Capital assets include properties such as land, buildings, securities like stocks and bonds, and other investments.

2. Types of Capital Gains:

- Capital gains can be categorized into short-term capital gains (STCG) and long-term capital gains (LTCG) based on the holding period of the asset.

3. Holding Period:

- For equity-oriented assets like stocks, if held for less than 12 months, the gains are considered short-term; if held for 12 months or more, they are considered long-term. For other assets, the threshold for long-term is generally 24 months.

4. Calculation of Capital Gains:

- Capital gains are calculated by deducting the cost of acquisition and any improvement costs from the sale proceeds.

5. Tax Rates:

- Short-term capital gains are taxed at applicable slab rates, while long-term capital gains on certain assets may attract special tax rates.

6. Exemptions and Deductions:

- There are exemptions available under Sections 54, 54B, 54EC, etc., for reinvesting capital gains in specified assets to save on tax liability.

7. Form for Filing:

- Individuals earning capital gains typically use ITR-2 or ITR-3 forms for filing income tax returns.

8. Digital Signature:

- Filing ITR for capital gains often requires a digital signature.

9. Reporting in Schedule CG:

- Capital gains details are reported in Schedule CG (Capital Gains) of the relevant ITR form.

10. Advance Tax Payments:

- Taxpayers earning substantial capital gains may be required to pay advance tax in installments during the financial year.

Due Date for ITR Filing For Capital Gains:

As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, the due date for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for capital gains in India, as per the Income Tax Act, 1961, is generally July 31st of the assessment year for individuals who are not required to undergo a tax audit.

However, if the individual is required to undergo a tax audit or if certain conditions are met, the due date may be extended to September 30th of the assessment year.

Documents Required for ITR Filing For Capital Gains:

When filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) in India for capital gains, you typically need various documents to ensure accurate reporting. Here are the essential documents required for ITR filing for capital gains as per the Income Tax Act, 1961:

1. Sale Deed or Purchase Agreement:

- Documents related to the sale and purchase of capital assets, providing details of the transaction.

2. Details of Capital Asset:

- Records indicating the details of the capital asset, including the date of acquisition, cost of acquisition, and any improvement costs.

3. Sale Agreement:

- Agreement or contract related to the sale of capital assets.

4. Brokerage and Commission Receipts:

- If a broker is involved, receipts or documents confirming the payment of brokerage or commission.

5. Details of Investments:

- If the capital asset involves securities like stocks or bonds, provide details of the transactions, including purchase and sale statements.

6. Bank Statements:

- Statements reflecting transactions related to the purchase and sale of the capital asset, including details of funds transferred.

7. Form 16B and Form 26QB:

- Form 16B is the TDS certificate for the buyer in the case of property transactions.

- Form 26QB is the statement-cum-challan for TDS on the sale of property.

8. Indexation Details:

- If applicable, details related to the cost inflation index for computing indexed cost of acquisition.

9. Tax Payment Challans:

- Copies of tax payment challans for advance tax, if applicable.

10. Bank Certificate for Capital Gains Account Scheme:

- If the taxpayer is utilizing the Capital Gains Account Scheme, a certificate from the bank where the account is held.

11. Exemption Documents:

- If claiming exemptions under Sections 54, 54EC, 54F, etc., relevant documents such as purchase agreement for new property or investment details.