Crypto tax in India
Flat 30% tax on all crypto gains. 1% TDS on transactions.
- Short-term rate
- 30%
- Long-term rate
- 30%
- Treatment
- Flat rate
- Currency
- INR
How India taxes crypto
India imposes a flat 30% tax on all cryptocurrency gains with no deductions allowed except the cost of acquisition. There is no distinction between short and long-term gains, and losses cannot be offset against other income or carried forward. Additionally, a 1% Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) applies to all crypto transactions above ₹10,000.
The same rate applies however long you held.
A 10,000 INR gain, settled
| Held | Rate | Taken | Kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term | 30% | 3,000 | 7,000 |
This is the arithmetic the app runs on your device. Real liability depends on your residency, income, allowances and how the authority classifies your activity. Treat it as an estimate and check with a qualified adviser before you act.
Elsewhere in Asia
| Jurisdiction | Short-term | Long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | — | — |
| Indonesia | — | — |
| Laos | — | — |
| Macau | — | — |
| Malaysia | — | — |
| Maldives | — | — |
| Singapore | — | — |
| South Korea | — | — |
Headline rate last checked 31 July 2026 · methodology