IndusInd Bank Launches Capital Gains Account Scheme for Tax-Efficient Reinvestment
IndusInd Bank launched its Capital Gains Account Scheme (CGAS) on March 26, 2026, following CBDT authorization under the Capital Gains Account Scheme, 1988. The scheme enables customers to deposit unutilized capital gains from property sales including residential properties, agricultural land, and SEZ land while availing tax exemptions. Two account options are available: Type A Savings Account with flexible terms and Type B Term Deposit with ₹10,000 minimum deposit and higher returns, serving resident individuals, HUFs, non-individual entities, and NRIs through authorized non-rural branches.

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IndusInd Bank has launched its Capital Gains Account Scheme (CGAS) on March 26, 2026, providing customers with a compliant facility to park long-term capital gains until reinvestment while availing tax exemptions under the Income-tax Act, 1961. The initiative follows authorization from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) permitting the bank to accept deposits under the Capital Gains Account Scheme, 1988.
Scheme Features and Eligible Assets
The Capital Gains Account Scheme accepts deposits of unutilized proceeds from the sale of various eligible capital assets. These include residential properties, flats, farmhouses, agricultural land, urban land, and land in Special Economic Zones (SEZs). The scheme provides customers with a secure platform to hold their capital gains while making informed reinvestment decisions within prescribed statutory timelines.
Account Options and Structure
IndusInd Bank offers two distinct account types under the CGAS to cater to different customer needs:
| Account Type: | Features |
|---|---|
| Type A - Savings Account: | Flexible deposits and withdrawals, no minimum balance requirement, applicable savings interest |
| Type B - Term Deposit Account: | Fixed-tenure deposits, minimum deposit of ₹10,000, higher returns aligned with reinvestment timelines |
Eligibility and Availability
The scheme is available at authorized non-rural IndusInd Bank branches for a comprehensive range of eligible customers. The bank has designed the program to serve diverse customer segments including:
- Resident individuals
- Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs)
- Non-individual entities
- Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)
Bank's Market Position
As of December 31, 2025, IndusInd Bank serves around 42 million customers through 3,120 branches/banking outlets and 3,063 ATMs, reaching 1.62 lac villages across India. The bank has been operating for 31 years and maintains clearing bank status for major stock exchanges BSE and NSE, settlement bank status for NCDEX, and is an empanelled banker for MCX.
Digital Banking Integration
The bank leverages technology through its 'Digital 2.0' strategy, ensuring multi-channel delivery and robust digital infrastructure. This includes 'INDIE' - the one-stop-shop for all digital banking services, with innovation and customer centricity remaining at the core of its offerings.
Historical Stock Returns for Indusind Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.65% | -0.30% | -12.13% | +10.48% | +22.25% | -14.63% |
How might other major banks respond to IndusInd's CGAS launch, and could this trigger increased competition in the capital gains management space?
What impact could the CGAS have on IndusInd Bank's deposit growth and fee income over the next 12-18 months?
Will the government consider expanding the eligible asset categories under the Capital Gains Account Scheme to include securities or other financial instruments?

































