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Allowances / Exemptions Under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : Explore the latest exemptions, deductions and allowances available under the Income-tax Act for AY 2026-27. The guide covers salar...

July 4, 2026 491179 Views 40 comments Print

Tax Benefits Guide for Salaried Employees for AY 2026-27

Income Tax : This guide explains the tax benefits, deductions, presumptive taxation schemes, and compliance relaxations available to small busi...

July 3, 2026 569817 Views 47 comments Print

What every Salaried person must know before 31st July!

Income Tax : CBDT allows eligible salaried taxpayers with LTCG up to ₹1.25 lakh under section 112A to file ITR-1, simplifying return filing f...

June 29, 2026 4629 Views 0 comment Print

Salary Income – Answer to Common issues

Income Tax : This guide explains the tax treatment of salary, allowances, perquisites, retirement benefits, and deductions under the Income-tax...

June 24, 2026 70160 Views 21 comments Print

Guide to HRA Exemption Claims under Scrutiny by Income Tax Authorities

Income Tax : The Income Tax Department is using AI, data analytics, AIS, and PAN-based verification to identify incorrect HRA exemption claims....

June 18, 2026 2199 Views 0 comment Print


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Budget 2024: Increase in Standard Deduction & Family Pension Deduction

Income Tax : From April 2025, standard and family pension deductions will increase to ₹75,000 and ₹25,000 under the new tax regime, boostin...

July 23, 2024 4740 Views 0 comment Print

Budget 2024: ₹75,000 Standard Deduction, ₹17,500 Tax Saving for Salaried

Income Tax : Discover the Ministry of Finance's latest tax changes: ₹75,000 standard deduction, enhanced pension benefits. Potential savings ...

July 23, 2024 2151 Views 0 comment Print

Rent Concession on house provided to assessee by employer is perquisites

Income Tax : Perquisites includes the value of any concession in the matter of rent respecting any accommodation provided to the assessee by hi...

August 8, 2022 2106 Views 0 comment Print

Advisory on Tax Evasion by Salaried Taxpayers

Income Tax : Cautionary Advisory on Reports of tax evasion by under-reporting income or inflating deductions/Exemptions by salaried taxpayers. ...

April 18, 2018 26826 Views 2 comments Print

Standard deduction available on pension from former employer: CBDT

Income Tax : The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has clarified that the pension received by a taxpayer from his former employer is taxable...

April 5, 2018 20151 Views 6 comments Print


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Compensation under Early Retirement Scheme cannot be taxed as profits in lieu of salary

Income Tax : The ITAT Pune held that compensation received under an Early Retirement Scheme could not be taxed as profits in lieu of salary und...

June 19, 2026 198 Views 0 comment Print

Ex-Gratia Payment on Unit Closure Not Taxable as Salary: ITAT Chennai

Income Tax : The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Chennai, held that an ex-gratia payment received by an employee upon the closure of the ...

October 5, 2025 1740 Views 0 comment Print

Voluntary Compensation in lieu of ESOP Not Part of Salary: Delhi HC in Flipkart-Phonepe Case

Income Tax : In the case of Sanjay Baweja Vs DCIT, the Delhi High Court ruled that one-time payments in lieu of ESOPs do not constitute salary ...

June 9, 2024 31794 Views 3 comments Print

Rule 3 applies only when a concession in rent is provided by employer to employee

Income Tax : ITAT Delhi dismisses Revenue's appeal against order of Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) regarding valuation of perquisites and...

March 20, 2024 1515 Views 0 comment Print

No Tax on Salary for Non-Resident Assessee Rendering Services Outside India: ITAT

Income Tax : Explore the ITAT Delhi ruling on Devi Dayal Vs DCIT regarding taxation of salary earned by a non-resident outside India. Detailed ...

February 15, 2024 1785 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT amends Income Tax Rule 21AIA (Relief when salary is paid in arrears or in advance)

Income Tax : CBDT amends Income-tax Rules 1962. This change, effective August 21, 2025, revises Rule 21AIA, omitting sub-rule (4) and redefinin...

August 21, 2025 1299 Views 0 comment Print

Govt Notifies ₹4 Lakh, ₹8 Lakh Income Tax Perquisite Limits

Income Tax : CBDT notifies new perquisite rules under Section 17(2); salary limit ₹4 lakh and gross total income limit ₹8 lakh for claiming...

August 18, 2025 3714 Views 0 comment Print

All about Income Tax / TDS Deduction from Salaries for FY 2024-25

Income Tax : Key updates on income tax deduction from salaries under Section 192 for FY 2024-25, including amendments, surcharge rates, and new...

February 20, 2025 16533 Views 0 comment Print

Correction to Income Tax Notification for Accommodation Perquisite Valuation

Income Tax : Corrigendum for the Notification bearing G.S.R. No. 615 (E) dated 18.08.2023 i.e. Income Tax Notification No. 65/2023 dated 18th A...

August 29, 2023 2469 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Amends Income Tax Rules for Valuation of Accommodation Perquisite

Income Tax : CBDT has modified Income Tax Rules, 1962, to determine the value of perquisite for residential accommodation provided by employers...

August 18, 2023 20478 Views 1 comment Print


Can I Claim HRA and Home Loan Benefits at the Same Time? My CA Said Yes, My Colleague Said No

June 4, 2026 1287 Views 0 comment Print

HRA exemption and home loan deductions operate under separate sections of the Income Tax Act. Taxpayers may claim both under the old tax regime if the arrangement is genuine.

Form 122 : One Declaration, Complete Salary TDS Control

May 1, 2026 1386 Views 0 comment Print

The new form consolidates multiple income disclosures into one, enabling accurate TDS deduction. Key takeaway: unified reporting reduces excess tax deduction and refunds.

Income from Salary under Income tax Act, 2025: A Practical Note from 01.04.2026

April 5, 2026 15798 Views 1 comment Print

Explains salary taxation under Income-tax Act 2025 from April 2026, covering sections, perquisites, deductions, TDS changes and new forms.

Taxation of income under the head “Salaries”

April 4, 2026 1335 Views 0 comment Print

The case explains how salary income is computed on a gross basis with only specific deductions permitted. It clarifies the scope of taxable components and highlights the restrictive nature of allowable deductions under the Income-tax Act.

HRA Exemption: 8 Cities Now Qualify for 50% Exemption – A Complete Practical Guide

March 30, 2026 12279 Views 0 comment Print

From April 2026, 8 cities qualify for 50% HRA exemption. New rules impact calculations, compliance, and disclosures for salaried taxpayers.

Income Tax Form 124: Employee Statement for Salary Declaration & TDS Deduction

March 26, 2026 10455 Views 0 comment Print

Form 124 allows employees to declare tax-saving claims to employers. Filing ensures correct TDS calculation with eligible deductions.

Income Tax Form 123 replaces 12BA: Statement of Perquisites & Salary Benefits

March 26, 2026 1344 Views 0 comment Print

Employers are required to issue a detailed perquisites statement where salary exceeds Rs.1.5 lakh. This ensures accurate reporting and taxation of employee benefits.

A Simple Guide to classification of earning under Five Income Heads under Income Tax Act

March 1, 2026 1791 Views 0 comment Print

A simple guide to the five heads of income under the Income Tax Act, 1961, explaining salary, house property, business income, capital gains and other sources.

Income from Salary under the Income Tax Act, 1961

February 25, 2026 5028 Views 0 comment Print

A structured guide to Sections 15–17 covering salary components, perquisites, and deductions. Explains exemptions, TDS rules, and relief provisions clearly.

From Earnings to Taxation: A Critical Look at Salary Income under Income Tax Act, 1961

February 20, 2026 2136 Views 0 comment Print

Sections 15–17 define salary broadly to include allowances, perquisites, and retirement benefits. Tax is charged on the earlier of due or receipt basis.

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