TL;DR: In 2026, long-term capital gains (LTCG) on equity mutual funds are taxed at a flat rate of 12.5% for gains exceeding the revised ₹1.25 Lakh tax-free limit. Debt mutual funds no longer receive indexation benefits and are taxed entirely at your individual income tax slab rates. Smart investors can employ annual tax-harvesting strategies and systematic withdrawal plans to significantly lower their overall tax liability.

Navigating the LTCG tax on mutual funds 2026 landscape requires a clear understanding of recent regulatory shifts. As more Indian retail investors transition from traditional fixed deposits to market-linked

Written by Rahul Dubey
Tech, AI & Digital Ecosystem Specialist at 99InfoStore, covering artificial intelligence breakthroughs, consumer gadgets, fintech, and digital economy trends.
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