Digital Gold Taxation Rules Every Investor Must Know

Digital gold is treated as a capital asset in India, and taxation depends on the holding period. Investments held for less than three years are subject to short term capital gains tax as per the investor’s income slab. Holdings beyond three years attract 20% long term capital gains tax with indexation benefits. Since digital gold is not regulated by SEBI, GST may apply during purchase. Experts advise tracking holding duration to optimize tax efficiency and align it with portfolio goals.