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Taxability of Gift received by an individual or HUF with FAQs

Income Tax : Learn when monetary, immovable, and movable property gifts become taxable under the Income-tax Act. The FAQs explain exemptions, t...

June 24, 2026 402708 Views 61 comments Print

Tax Treatment of Gifts Received By an Individual or HUF: Rules & Exceptions

Income Tax : This guide explains when gifts received by individuals and HUFs become taxable under the Income-tax Act, including monetary, movab...

June 10, 2026 23841 Views 0 comment Print

Cross-Border Family Gifting: FEMA Compliance Explained

Fema / RBI : Learn the FEMA rules governing gifts of money, shares, and property to non-residents, including documentation, valuation, and repa...

December 15, 2025 3177 Views 0 comment Print

Tax Exemption on Gifts from Relatives: Tips for ITR Disclosure

Income Tax : Gifts received from specified relatives are fully exempt from income tax under Section 56(2)(x). Learn the definition of 'relative...

November 1, 2025 9207 Views 1 comment Print

Tax on Gifts to Spouse: Clubbing Provisions & Planning

Income Tax : Gifts to a spouse are tax-exempt for the recipient, but Section 64(1)(iv) clubs income from the gifted asset with the transferor's...

September 25, 2025 5205 Views 0 comment Print


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Ancestral family property can be ‘gifted’ away : Bombay HC

Finance : he Bombay High Court ruled on Wednesday that no part of an ancestral family property can be ‘gifted’ away. The court in a land...

March 19, 2010 6559 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax department filed appeal in ITAT against Mayawati demanding tax of 10 crore

Income Tax : In fresh trouble for Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati, the Income Tax Department has filed two appeals in the Income Tax Appe...

June 24, 2009 876 Views 0 comment Print


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Pre-1 Oct 2009 Share Gifts Not Taxable Under Section 56(2)(vii)(c): ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : The ITAT Mumbai held that gifts of shares completed before the introduction of Section 56(2)(vii)(c) could not be taxed under that...

June 11, 2026 189 Views 0 comment Print

Unexplained Income Addition Deleted for Properly Documented Gifts from Relatives

Income Tax : ITAT Chandigarh ruled that cash gifts from close relatives, supported by affidavits and audited accounts, cannot be treated as une...

November 25, 2025 567 Views 0 comment Print

Gift from Brother-in-Law Not Taxable despite absence of deed: ITAT Kolkata

Income Tax : ITAT Kolkata held that gifts received from a brother-in-law are exempt under Section 56(2)(vii), as the relationship qualifies as ...

November 12, 2025 5535 Views 1 comment Print

Gifts from Sisters Held Genuine – Section 68 Can’t Tax Natural Love and Affection

Income Tax : ITAT Agra deleted additions on gifts received from real sisters, holding that when identity, genuineness, and creditworthiness are...

October 28, 2025 861 Views 0 comment Print

Gifts from Sister & Father-in-Law Accepted: ITAT Deletes Addition

Income Tax : The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Chandigarh has reversed a tax addition of Rs. 6.75 lakhs on gifts received by an assessee...

September 10, 2025 1059 Views 0 comment Print


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CAs cannot do Valuation of unquoted equity shares under DCF method

Income Tax : Amendment in Rule 11U and 11UA omitting reference to the term accountant, thereby permitting only merchant bankers to determine th...

May 24, 2018 97155 Views 0 comment Print


Gifts from Sister & Father-in-Law Accepted: ITAT Deletes Addition

September 10, 2025 1059 Views 0 comment Print

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Chandigarh has reversed a tax addition of Rs. 6.75 lakhs on gifts received by an assessee ruling that the gifts from his sister and father-in-law were valid.

Smart Gifting Strategies – Lawful Method To Reduce Tax Liability

July 16, 2025 10332 Views 0 comment Print

Learn lawful gifting strategies using debt mutual funds, capital assets, and property transfers to reduce income tax liability under Indian tax law.

Section 54F Exemption Allowed: Oral Gift Satisfying Mohammedan Law Validates Claim

June 22, 2025 5202 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Bangalore allows Section 54F capital gains exemption for an assessee, validating oral Hiba (gift) under Mohammedan Law and overturning previous denials.

Mumbai ITAT Allows Post-Ceremony Marriage Gifts citing real-life practicality

June 21, 2025 5091 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai rules that gifts received shortly after marriage are exempt under Section 56(2)(vii) of the Income-tax Act. The decision clarifies that “on the occasion of marriage” includes gifts associated with the event, irrespective of immediate cheque clearance.

Taxation of Gifts and Zero Rating of Gift Transactions In The Hands of Individual

May 23, 2025 7287 Views 0 comment Print

SEO Meta Description: Understand Section 56(2)(x) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, which taxes gifts and property transfers without or for inadequate consideration, covering scope, taxable transactions, and key exemptions for specified relatives.

Tax on Gift from Step-brother/sister under Section 56: ITAT Mumbai Ruling

March 31, 2025 7188 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai rules on gift tax for step-siblings. Case examines relative definition under Section 56. Legal analysis of tax implications.

Calculation of Capital Gains on property received by Gift or Will

September 25, 2024 29121 Views 1 comment Print

Learn how capital gains are calculated on property received by gift or will, using acquisition costs of previous owners and applying cost inflation index in India.

Tax Implications of Raksha Bandhan Gifts: What You Need to Know

August 19, 2024 3630 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the tax implications of Raksha Bandhan gifts. Learn about exemptions for gifts from relatives and the tax rules for gifts from non-relatives.

Gifting to NRIs: Shares & Money Transfer Rules

February 26, 2024 9363 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the guidelines for gifting shares and money from residents to non-resident relatives under FEMA and LRS, ensuring compliance with Indian regulations.

Format of Gift Deed

February 2, 2024 52833 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of a Gift Deed, detailing the transfer of shares with love and affection. Understand the legalities, assurances, and the absolute ownership bestowed upon the Donee in this comprehensive guide.

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