Tax Rules and TAN Requirements for NRIs Selling Property in India Explained
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) selling property in India must follow specific tax rules differing from residents. There is no minimum transaction limit for TDS deduction on NRI property sales, unlike the Rs 50 lakh threshold for residents. TDS rates depend on whether the capital gain is long-term (12.5% plus surcharge and cess) or short-term (applicable slab rates). Buyers must obtain a Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) and provide proof of TDS payment during registration. The TAN requirement will be removed from October 1, 2026.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 42/100.
Outlets measured: mint, economictimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 26 Aug, 05:52 am. Other outlets followed.