INCOME TAX22 Sept 2026
Thinking about your next money move? Here's how crypto is gaining traction among Gen Z investors | Mint
Gen Z now makes up about half of all new crypto registrations in India, as more than 1.2 lakh investors joined between January and June 2026, says a ZebPay report. Indian investors bought roughly 7% more crypto than they sold, and 63% simply held. If you are new to crypto, treat it as a small, separate part of your portfolio and keep proper records.
Key Statutory Highlights
- More than 1.2 lakh new investors entered crypto in India between January and June 2026, and Gen Z made up around half of those new registrations.
- Indian investors bought about 7% more crypto than they sold during the six months, and around 63% of investors held their crypto without making any trades.
- Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets together contributed 62% of new registrations, showing that crypto interest is spreading beyond the major cities.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you hold or plan to buy crypto, keep it a small part of your overall portfolio, and save clean records of every buy and sale. Before trading further, check with a qualified chartered accountant on how your crypto gains should be reported.
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