Income Tax News: There is excellent news for taxpayers from the Ministry of Finance’s Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)! The Cost Inflation Index (CII) for the financial year 2024–2025, which is relevant for the assessment year 2025–2026, just came out.
When determining the long-term capital gains tax on assets such as real estate, stocks, and jewellery, this index is essential. Let’s explore this in more detail and see how this helps you.
What is the Cost Inflation Index (CII)?
The income tax department uses the CII as a method to factor inflation into the asset acquisition price. This adjustment makes sure you only pay taxes on your actual earnings, not just the inflation-adjusted increase, as prices typically climb over time.
How Does the CII Benefit Taxpayers?
The CII essentially decreases your long-term capital gains by accounting for inflation. Your taxable income is subsequently decreased, which may result in a less tax obligation.
Key Points to Remember:
- The CII for FY 2024-2025 is set at 363. (This information will be used during the assessment year 2025-2026)
- This is an increase from the previous year’s CII of 348.
- The notification will come into effect on April 1, 2025.
Empowering Informed Tax Filing
You may file your income tax returns with greater knowledge and confidence if you are aware of the CII. It assists in ensuring the gains which just represent inflation, as opposed to real increases in the asset’s worth, are not unfairly taxed.
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