How to exit a mutual fund tax-efficiently

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Exiting a mutual fund corpus tax-efficiently is among the highest-leverage tax decisions, particularly for retirees and large portfolios. The Rs 1.25 lakh annual LTCG exemption per assessee under Section 112A creates a natural phasing opportunity: multi-FY exits can be effectively tax-free for moderate amounts.

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