LTCG Tax Rules 2026: 12.5% Equity & Property Rates
Understand 2026 LTCG tax rules: 12.5% tax rate on equity mutual funds, ₹1.25 Lakh exemption limit, 20% STCG, and real estate indexation grandfathering choice.
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PPF vs VPF vs Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY): Interest Rates, Tax Benefits & Calculator (2026)
Statutory comparison of India's premier sovereign small savings schemes: 7.1% PPF vs 8.25% VPF vs 8.2% SSY, Section 80C limits, triple EEE tax exemptions, and 15-year wealth accumulation models.
Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) vs Physical Gold vs Gold ETF: 2026 Tax Rules, Returns & RBI Issuance Guide
Definitive tax and returns comparison of gold investments in India: RBI Sovereign Gold Bonds (2.5% interest + tax-free maturity under Section 47(viic)), Gold ETFs, Gold Mutual Funds, and physical jewelry.
NPS Tier 1 vs Tier 2: ₹50,000 Section 80CCD(1B) Deduction, Withdrawal Rules & Returns Guide (2026)
Comprehensive statutory manual on National Pension System (NPS): Tier 1 vs Tier 2 differences, dedicated ₹50,000 Section 80CCD(1B) tax deduction, 60% tax-free maturity lumpsum, 40% annuity rules, and fund manager returns.
Zerodha vs Groww vs Angel One (2026): Brokerage Charges, AMC, DP Fees & Demat Platform Comparison
In-depth comparative analysis of India's top 3 stock brokers: Zerodha Kite vs Groww vs Angel One SuperApp. Compare equity delivery, intraday, F&O brokerage, AMC, DP charges, MTF rates, and mobile trading experience.
Section 80D Income Tax Deduction (2026): Health Insurance Limits (₹25K to ₹1 Lakh) & Preventive Checkup Rules
Complete statutory guide to Section 80D health insurance tax deductions in India: Claim ₹25,000 to ₹1,00,000 limits, understand senior citizen parents rules, ₹5,000 cash preventive checkup sub-limits, and multi-year policy proration.
PAN Aadhaar Link Online (2026): Check Status, ₹1,000 Penalty Payment & Inoperative PAN Guide
Comprehensive guide to linking PAN with Aadhaar on the Income Tax e-Filing portal: Step-by-step ₹1,000 Challan payment under Section 234H, 20% higher TDS consequences on inoperative PAN, exemption lists, and 30-day reactivation rules.
Stock Split vs Bonus Shares vs Dividend: Tax Rules & Calculator (2026 Guide)
Complete 2026 guide to Indian taxation on Stock Splits, Bonus Shares, and Dividends. Master STCG (20%), LTCG (12.5% over ₹1.25L), cost of acquisition rules under Section 55, and tax saving tactics.
Best Nifty 50 Index Funds (2026): 15-Year SIP Returns, Tracking Error & Expense Ratio Guide
Comprehensive guide to investing in Nifty 50 Index Funds in India: Low expense ratios (0.05% - 0.20%), tracking error benchmarks, 15-year rolling returns, active vs passive mutual fund debates, and Section 112A 12.5% LTCG tax rules.
Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (POMIS) vs SCSS: Interest Rates & Calculator
Complete financial comparison of sovereign monthly income options: 7.4% POMIS (₹9L single / ₹15L joint) vs 8.2% Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS up to ₹30L). Compare monthly cash flow, taxability, and early withdrawal penalties.
Direct vs Regular Mutual Funds: Calculate 1% Expense Ratio Wealth Erosion
Definitive analysis of Direct vs Regular Mutual Fund plans in India: How an extra 0.8% - 1.2% distributor commission compounding over 20 years robs investors of ₹30 Lakh to ₹80 Lakh in terminal wealth. Switch from regular to direct without exit load.
Tax Harvesting in Stocks & Mutual Funds: Utilize ₹1.25 Lakh LTCG Exemption (2026)
Step-by-step financial manual on Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax harvesting under Section 112A: How to book up to ₹1.25 Lakh tax-free equity profits annually, reset acquisition cost basis, and save ₹15,625 in tax every year.
STT Charges 2026: Equity Delivery, Intraday, Futures & Options Tax Calculator
Comprehensive guide to Securities Transaction Tax (STT) following Finance Act updates: 0.1% delivery, 0.025% intraday sell, 0.02% futures, and 0.1% options premium tax. Complete contract note cost math and Section 36(1)(xv) business deduction rules.
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