Using the Crypto Tax — India Calculator
Enter your inputs above and compare the result with the worked example. Review the assumptions before applying it to a trade, portfolio or tax return.
Worked example
Use the example inputs below to reproduce this result. These are the form's starting values, not recommended targets. Changing your inputs updates your result above; this worked example stays fixed for comparison. Results are rounded for display.
Example inputs
- One disposal per line in INR: gross consideration, acquisition cost
- 100000,70000 25000,30000
- Applicable surcharge on tax (%)
- 0
- Actual TDS credit (INR)
- 1250
Example result
- Taxable VDA gains (INR)
- 30,000
- VDA losses excluded (INR)
- 5,000
- Estimated tax before credits (INR)
- 9,360
- TDS entered (INR)
- 1,250
- Estimated balance due (INR)
- 8,110
- Credit above this estimate (INR)
- 0
Method and assumptions
Sum positive transfer gains after acquisition cost only. Apply 30% tax, the entered surcharge and then 4% cess. Apply actual TDS as a credit. This estimate excludes other income, marginal relief, interest and other credits. Excess credit here is not a refund calculation.
Reference: wm.incometaxindia.gov.in — method and further reading
How to interpret crypto estimates
Use prices and costs in the same currency. Market observations are venue-specific. Hypothetical returns are scenarios, and historical observations do not predict future prices. These tools provide educational estimates and do not constitute investment or tax advice.
Common question
Can I subtract losing transfers from winning transfers?
The estimate excludes losses and applies the special tax rate to positive gains. Check the rules for your tax year and verify actual withholding credits.