The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced the Cost Inflation Index (CII) for FY 2025-26 as 376. This blog post explains what CII is, how the new index will be applied from AY 2026-27, who it impacts, and provides an example of how it reduces taxable long-term capital gains, particularly for real estate acquired before July 23, 2024. It highlights the importance of understanding this update for accurate tax filing.

This blog dives into the Cost Inflation Index (CII) in India. It explains what the CII is, how it's used to calculate capital gains tax, how the new CII of 363 for FY 2024-25 impacts your taxes, and why consulting a tax advisor is crucial.

The survey, presented to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, indicated that 83% of surveyed individuals and 85% of firms reported an increased trust in the Income Tax Department.