Under the proposed new tax scheme, is the figure of Rs. 7 Lakhs inclusive of LTCG from sale of shares and mutual funds? Meaning, if one has regular income of 5,50,000 p.a. from pension, FD interest, etc and a capital gain of 1,50,000 from sale of equity - total amounting to Rs. 7 lakh, will his tax liability be nil or what will be his tax liability?

Ans: Hi
Yes if your income is below Rs. 7 Lakhs then you could pay Nil tax under the new tax regime. This option is available to all individuals opting for the new tax regime and includes all heads of income

Ans: Based on your scenario, here's how your capital gains tax will be calculated:

Capital Gains from Equity Mutual Funds:

You mentioned Rs. 6.25 lakh as capital gains from equity mutual funds.
Long-term capital gains (held for over 1 year) on equity mutual funds exceeding Rs. 1 lakh are taxed at 10% without indexation benefit.
Tax Calculation:

Taxable capital gains = Rs. 6.25 lakh (total capital gains) - Rs. 1 lakh (exempt limit) = Rs. 5.25 lakh
Capital Gains Tax:

You'll need to pay tax on Rs. 5.25 lakh at 10% = Rs. 52,500
Overall Tax Liability:

Here's how to determine your overall tax liability for FY 23-24:

Combine your Income Sources: Add your salary income, interest income from FDs, RDs, and savings account to the Rs. 52,500 capital gains tax.
Deductions and Exemptions: You can then factor in any deductions and exemptions you're eligible for under the Old or New tax regime (whichever offers a lower tax liability).
Net Tax Liability: After applying relevant deductions and exemptions, calculate your final taxable income. If the final taxable income falls below the minimum taxable limit, your net tax liability becomes zero.
Key Points:

Capital gains tax is calculated separately from your salary and interest income.
You can choose the tax regime (Old or New) that minimizes your overall tax liability. Explore both options using a tax calculator or consult a tax advisor for a more accurate assessment.
Remember, this is a general overview. Tax rules and exemptions can be subject to change. For a definitive assessment of your tax situation, consider consulting a qualified tax advisor who can consider all your income sources, deductions, and exemptions applicable to your specific circumstances.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in

Ans: Assuming mutual fund redeemed are equity based scheme, tax on said redemption will be NIL. Tax on salary and interest will be Rs26,200 plus cess.

You can calculate tax at https://incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/tools/income-tax-calculator-234ABC.aspx