Taxation of Capital Gains

This 22nd Edition (2025) of Taxation of Capital Gains by Dr. Girish Ahuja and Dr. Ravi Gupta is fully updated as amended by the Finance Act, 2025 and serves as a comprehensive reference for tax practitioners, corporate professionals, academicians, and students dealing with capital gains taxation under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

The book presents the law relating to capital gains in a clear, structured, and practical manner, integrating statutory provisions, judicial decisions, CBDT circulars, and illustrative examples. It also covers tax planning techniques to minimise capital gains tax liability within the framework of the law.

The content spans the full scope of capital gains taxation, including:
• Meaning and scope of ‘capital asset’ and ‘transfer’ under the Act
• Computation of capital gains – short-term and long-term
• Cost of acquisition, cost of improvement, and indexation provisions
• Determination of full value of consideration and deemed consideration
• Capital gains exemptions under sections 54, 54B, 54D, 54EC, 54F, and others
• Capital gains in special cases – slump sale, compulsory acquisition, conversion of assets, etc.
• Taxation of capital gains for non-residents, including under DTAA provisions
• Set-off and carry forward of capital losses
• Capital gains arising from equity shares, mutual funds, and securities transactions
• Impact of amendments introduced by the Finance Act, 2025
• CBDT circulars, notifications, and important judicial pronouncements
• Practical illustrations, case studies, and FAQs for better conceptual clarity
• Tax planning strategies to optimise capital gains liability

This edition is particularly suitable for:
• Chartered accountants, tax consultants, and corporate finance managers
• Investors and portfolio managers engaged in securities and property transactions
• Law and commerce students preparing for professional taxation papers
• Academicians and trainers specialising in direct tax law

Whether used for professional advisory, corporate compliance, or academic preparation, this updated edition delivers a complete, authoritative, and practical understanding of capital gains taxation in India.