Section 115BBH • FY 2025-26

Crypto Tax Calculator India

Calculate 30% flat tax on cryptocurrency gains + 1% TDS on every transfer. Bitcoin, Ethereum & all VDAs covered.

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India Crypto Tax Rules (w.e.f. April 2022)

  • 30% flat tax on all crypto gains (no slab benefit) + 4% cess = 31.2% effective
  • 1% TDS (Section 194S) on every transfer above ₹10,000/year
  • No loss offset — crypto loss can't be set off against any income (not even other crypto)
  • No deductions allowed except cost of acquisition

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📖 India Crypto Tax Rules — Quick Reference

Parameter Rule
Tax Rate30% flat (no slab benefit) — Section 115BBH
Cess4% Health & Education Cess on tax
TDS1% on transfer value above ₹10,000/yr (₹50,000 for specified persons) — Section 194S
DeductionsOnly cost of acquisition allowed. No mining/infra costs, no trading fees.
Loss OffsetNot allowed. No set-off against any income. No carry-forward.
GiftingGift of crypto → Cost of acquisition is NIL → 30% on full sale price
ReportingSchedule VDA in ITR (mandatory if any VDA transactions)
VDA CoverageAll crypto, NFTs, and tokens designated by Central Govt

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tax rate on cryptocurrency in India?

A flat 30% tax (Section 115BBH) is charged on any income from transfer of Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs). Plus 4% cess, making the effective rate 31.2%. Additionally, 1% TDS is deducted on every transfer exceeding thresholds.

Can I offset crypto losses against other income?

No. Losses from one crypto asset cannot be set off against gains from another crypto asset, nor against any other income. There is no carry-forward either. Each transaction is taxed independently.

Are crypto airdrops/rewards taxable?

Yes. Crypto received as airdrop or reward is treated as a gift and taxable under Section 56(2)(x) if total value exceeds ₹50,000 in a year. When you later sell it, the cost of acquisition is NIL, so the entire sale amount is taxed at 30%.

How to claim TDS refund on crypto?

TDS of 1% is deducted on the transfer value. This is adjusted against your total tax liability when filing ITR. If TDS exceeds your tax liability (e.g., you sold at a loss), you can claim a refund by filing your ITR.

Is crypto mining income taxable?

Mining income is taxable as business income. However, when you sell the mined crypto, the sale is taxed at 30% under Section 115BBH with NIL cost of acquisition (since mining cost is not "cost of acquisition" per the law). This can lead to double taxation.