Crypto Investors Demand Fairer Tax Regime Ahead of Budget 2026: CoinSwitch Survey

• A CoinSwitch survey reveals 66% of Indian crypto investors find the current tax regime unfair, with 88% aware of its details.
• The existing framework includes a 30% tax on gains, 1% TDS, and no loss set-off, leading to widespread dissatisfaction.
• Nearly 59% of investors have reduced crypto participation due to taxes, potentially pushing activity offshore.
• Investors seek rationalization, not removal, of taxes, advocating for lower rates, loss set-off, and reduced TDS.
• A strong preference exists for taxing crypto like traditional financial assets and for broader regulatory clarity beyond just taxation.

Why It Matters: Indian crypto investors demand a fairer, more aligned tax regime and clear regulations ahead of Budget 2026.