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Taxation of income under the head “Salaries”

Income Tax : The case explains how salary income is computed on a gross basis with only specific deductions permitted. It clarifies the scope o...

April 4, 2026 612 Views 0 comment Print

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

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

March 30, 2026 7116 Views 0 comment Print

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

Income Tax : Form 124 allows employees to declare tax-saving claims to employers. Filing ensures correct TDS calculation with eligible deductio...

March 26, 2026 7398 Views 0 comment Print

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

Income Tax : Employers are required to issue a detailed perquisites statement where salary exceeds Rs.1.5 lakh. This ensures accurate reporting...

March 26, 2026 789 Views 0 comment Print

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

Income Tax : A simple guide to the five heads of income under the Income Tax Act, 1961, explaining salary, house property, business income, cap...

March 1, 2026 1161 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 4302 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 1878 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 2040 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 26646 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 20076 Views 6 comments Print


Latest Judiciary


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 1563 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 31557 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 1371 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 1623 Views 0 comment Print

Section 40(a)(ia) Inapplicable to TDS Non-Deduction on Pre-AY 2015-16 Salary

Income Tax : ITAT Delhi's decision in the case of Sumaitri Bima Distributors Pvt. Ltd vs. ITO regarding non-applicability of S.40(a)(ia) for TD...

November 4, 2023 1251 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 1164 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 3336 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 16224 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 2379 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 20088 Views 1 comment Print


Taxability of Perquisite in rent-free or concessional Employee Accommodation

November 13, 2025 28713 Views 2 comments Print

Understand tax rules for rent-free or concessional employer-provided accommodation. Learn valuation methods, exemptions, and perquisite calculations for government, non-government, and hotel accommodations.

Taxability of Retirement Benefits in India

November 8, 2025 13791 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about the tax treatment of key retirement benefits in India, including gratuity, pension, leave encashment, provident fund, NPS, voluntary retirement, and retrenchment compensation under the Income-tax Act.

Deductions and Allowances for Salaried Employees: A Comprehensive Guide

November 6, 2025 24072 Views 0 comment Print

Overview of tax treatment for a salaried employee, covering fully and partially taxable allowances (HRA, transport), standard deductions (Section 16), and key investment-linked deductions under Chapter VI-A (80C, 80D, 80CCD).

Salary Income – Answer to Common issues

November 3, 2025 69344 Views 21 comments Print

Detailed summary on salary, allowances, perquisites, pension, gratuity, HRA, standard deduction, and related tax exemptions under the Income-tax Act with reference to key provisions and CBDT notifications.

Allowances / Exemptions Under Income Tax Act, 1961

October 25, 2025 488635 Views 40 comments Print

Overview of exemptions and allowances for salaried employees, taxpayers, and businesses under various Income Tax provisions for AY 2026-27, including salaries, house property, business, capital gains, and other sources.

Diwali Gifts, Perquisites and Income Tax Issues

October 20, 2025 15705 Views 2 comments Print

Gifts exceeding Rs.50,000 are taxable for the receiver under Income Tax, except those from relatives or received on marriage. TDS applies to business perquisites over Rs.20,000.

Tax Treatment of Income from Salary in Brief

October 18, 2025 342737 Views 42 comments Print

This guide breaks down the complete taxation of salary income in India—covering allowances, perquisites, retirement benefits, and exemptions available to salaried taxpayers.

Income Tax Benefits for Salaried Persons A.Y. 2026-27 (FY 2025-26)

October 17, 2025 559539 Views 47 comments Print

Summary of key income tax benefits for salaried individuals for AY 2026-27, covering a range of exempt allowances like HRA, Children Education Allowance, and Transport Allowance, along with taxable perquisites, retirement benefits (Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment), and standard deductions.

Provisions Related To ‘Salary’ Under Income-Tax Act, 2025

October 13, 2025 3579 Views 0 comment Print

Overview of the New Income Tax Act, 2025 structure for Salary income. Covers taxable perquisites, standard deduction limits, and exemptions for gratuity, leave encashment, and funds.

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

October 5, 2025 1563 Views 0 comment Print

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Chennai, held that an ex-gratia payment received by an employee upon the closure of the employer’s unit was a voluntary capital receipt, not taxable as ‘profits in lieu of salary’ under Section 17(3) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

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