ETC · Rank #71
Ethereum Classic price in INR.
₹660.31 up 0.87%
Where ETC trades in India
| Exchange | INR pair | Price there | vs global | Safety facts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WazirX | Yes | ₹705 | +6.8% | FIU: Yes · withdrawals: Check |
| ZebPay | Yes | ₹703.66 | +6.6% | FIU: Yes · withdrawals: Yes |
Prices on each exchange are the last INR trade from CoinGecko and can lag. “vs global” compares with the global price in rupees; Indian prices often run higher because of local demand and the USDT premium. A listing isn’t a safety check.
Risk flags
- Little trading on Indian exchanges: buying or selling can move the price against you.
Ethereum Classic (ETC) is ranked #71 by market cap. Indefi hasn’t written a full guide on it yet, so treat it with the same care as any crypto asset: prices can fall sharply, and check the project’s official site and contract address before buying.
How Indians usually buy Ethereum Classic
- Pick an exchange registered with FIU-IND. Compare exchanges.
- Complete KYC with your PAN and Aadhaar.
- Add rupees by bank transfer or UPI, where the exchange supports it.
- Buy ETC, then decide whether to keep it on the exchange or move it to a wallet you control.
Indefi doesn’t recommend buying any coin. Only invest what you can afford to lose.
ETC and Indian tax
Like any VDA, gains on selling or swapping ETC are taxed at 30% plus cess, losses can’t be set off, and 1% TDS applies on sales.
If you sold your ETC today
Estimate at today’s indicative price. Losses can’t be set off, and TDS counts towards your tax. Full calculator.
Questions
Where can I buy ETC in India?
ETC is listed on WazirX, ZebPay, some with a direct INR pair. Check each exchange’s FIU-IND registration and withdrawal policy first.
How is ETC taxed in India?
Gains on selling or swapping ETC are taxed at 30% plus 4% cess, losses can’t be set off, and 1% TDS is deducted on sales on Indian exchanges.