{"id":889434,"date":"2026-02-01T23:11:55","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T05:11:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/01\/no-crypto-tax-cuts-in-india-budget-2026-new-penalties-introduced-for-non-compliance\/"},"modified":"2026-02-01T23:11:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T05:11:55","slug":"no-crypto-tax-cuts-in-india-budget-2026-new-penalties-introduced-for-non-compliance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/01\/no-crypto-tax-cuts-in-india-budget-2026-new-penalties-introduced-for-non-compliance\/","title":{"rendered":"No Crypto Tax Cuts in India Budget 2026, New Penalties Introduced for Non-Compliance"},"content":{"rendered":"
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India\u2019s Union Budget 2026 has kept the existing crypto tax framework unchanged, even as the government moved to tighten compliance through stricter penalties. While oversight has increased, industry leaders say the Budget missed a key opportunity to support long-term growth in crypto and Web3.<\/p>\n

The Finance Bill introduces penalties to enforce reporting under Section 509 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the aim is to deter non-compliance in crypto-asset reporting.<\/p>\n

Under the amendment, entities that fail to file crypto transaction statements will face a \u20b9200 per day penalty, while furnishing incorrect or misleading information \u2014 or failing to correct it \u2014 will attract a \u20b950,000 fine. These provisions will take effect from April 1, 2026.<\/p>\n

\u201cTax Regime Remains Restrictive\u201d<\/h3>\n

Reacting to the Budget, Sathvik Vishwanath, Co-founder and CEO of Unocoin, said expectations from Budget 2026 were much broader than enforcement alone.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Union Budget 2026 was expected to play a decisive role in shaping India\u2019s approach to crypto assets and Web3 technologies,\u201d he said in an interview with Coinpedia. \u201cA primary expectation was the rationalisation of the existing tax regime for virtual digital assets, which is currently restrictive and misaligned with broader financial market practices.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sathvik added that allowing loss set-offs, reducing transaction-level friction, and aligning crypto taxation with other asset classes would have helped restore domestic liquidity and encourage compliant participation within India.<\/p>\n

Regulatory Clarity Still Missing<\/h3>\n

Beyond taxes, Sathvik stressed that the lack of a clear regulatory framework continues to hurt Indian exchanges.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe absence of a comprehensive, crypto-specific framework has created uncertainty for exchanges, investors, and technology developers,\u201d he said. \u201cClear definitions, licensing norms, compliance standards, and consumer protection mechanisms are essential for long-term planning and responsible innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n

He warned that unclear rules have already reduced local trading volumes and pushed users to offshore platforms.<\/p>\n

\u201cA well-defined framework would help retain market activity within India, strengthen domestic exchanges, and improve regulatory oversight,\u201d Sathvik said.<\/p>\n

How India Compares Globally<\/h3>\n

Sathvik also opened up about how India lags behind global crypto hubs. He pointed out that Dubai has introduced purpose-built digital asset regulations, while Singapore follows a structured licensing and consumer protection model. The United States, despite earlier fragmentation, is gradually moving toward clearer asset classification.<\/p>\n

\u201cCompared to these jurisdictions, India\u2019s current framework lacks the clarity and cohesiveness required to compete effectively for global capital, talent, and innovation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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