How much gold can government employees keep?

There is no restriction on how much gold government employees can hold in India. The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a circular to its officers in 1994.

Gold reserves,

Accordingly, the Central Board of Direct Taxes

(CBDT) has issued a circular saying that income tax officials will not confiscate gold jewelery and ornaments of 500 grams for married women, 250 grams for unmarried women and 100 grams for male members. of the family during the trial. The circular is intended to provide relief to taxpayers from jewelery seized and taken away during raids by the Income Tax authorities.

It should be noted that this circular covers only the family's jewelery and ornaments. Jewelery of any size alleged to belong to a non-family member can be seized and taken away.

Also, government employees must disclose their assets and liabilities, including gold, in their annual income tax returns. This is to ensure that their assets are proportionate to their known sources of income.

Some tips for government employees holding gold,

Keep your gold within the limits specified in the CBDT circular.

Declare your gold in your annual income tax return.

Keep proper records of your gold purchases and sales.

Store your gold in a safe and secure place.

If you have any questions or concerns about your gold holdings, consult a tax advisor.