27/08/2026
Tax on F&O Trading
F&O profits are generally treated as business income, which means they get added to your other taxable income and are taxed as per the applicable income-tax slabs.
So two people earning the same F&O profit can still end up with very different tax liabilities depending on their salary, freelance income, interest income and total taxable income.
And if you trade in F&O, don’t ignore the ITR deadline. Eligible F&O losses can generally be carried forward for up to 8 assessment years, but timely filing is important to preserve that benefit.
For non-audit ITR-3 filers, the AY 2026–27 filing deadline is 31 August 2026.
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. Tax treatment can vary based on your income profile, expenses, losses and other applicable provisions. Please refer to the latest Income Tax rules or consult a tax professional before filing.
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