How Much Tax Is Applicable On Gold, Silver Gains? Know Tax Rates, ETF Rules And TDS

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Tax on Gold and Silver Gains: Gold prices have surged over 60% in the past year, while silver has doubled during the period, accruing gains for investors. However, gold, like any other asset class, also attracts capital gains tax on sale. Whether you invest in physical forms such as jewellery, coins, or bars, or through paper and digital modes like Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) or Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs), your profits are taxable. Here’s all you need to know:

Here’s a detailed look at how gains on gold and silver are taxed in India, along with the rules for ETFs and TDS applicability.

1. Tax on Physical Gold and Silver

When you sell gold or silver (jewellery, coins, or bars), any profit you make is treated as a capital gain. The tax depends on the holding pe