Income Tax : The case explains how salary income is computed on a gross basis with only specific deductions permitted. It clarifies the scope o...
Income Tax : From April 2026, 8 cities qualify for 50% HRA exemption. New rules impact calculations, compliance, and disclosures for salaried t...
Income Tax : Form 124 allows employees to declare tax-saving claims to employers. Filing ensures correct TDS calculation with eligible deductio...
Income Tax : Employers are required to issue a detailed perquisites statement where salary exceeds Rs.1.5 lakh. This ensures accurate reporting...
Income Tax : A simple guide to the five heads of income under the Income Tax Act, 1961, explaining salary, house property, business income, cap...
Income Tax : From April 2025, standard and family pension deductions will increase to ₹75,000 and ₹25,000 under the new tax regime, boostin...
Income Tax : Discover the Ministry of Finance's latest tax changes: ₹75,000 standard deduction, enhanced pension benefits. Potential savings ...
Income Tax : Perquisites includes the value of any concession in the matter of rent respecting any accommodation provided to the assessee by hi...
Income Tax : Cautionary Advisory on Reports of tax evasion by under-reporting income or inflating deductions/Exemptions by salaried taxpayers. ...
Income Tax : The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has clarified that the pension received by a taxpayer from his former employer is taxable...
Income Tax : The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Chennai, held that an ex-gratia payment received by an employee upon the closure of the ...
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 ...
Income Tax : ITAT Delhi dismisses Revenue's appeal against order of Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) regarding valuation of perquisites and...
Income Tax : Explore the ITAT Delhi ruling on Devi Dayal Vs DCIT regarding taxation of salary earned by a non-resident outside India. Detailed ...
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...
Income Tax : CBDT amends Income-tax Rules 1962. This change, effective August 21, 2025, revises Rule 21AIA, omitting sub-rule (4) and redefinin...
Income Tax : CBDT notifies new perquisite rules under Section 17(2); salary limit ₹4 lakh and gross total income limit ₹8 lakh for claiming...
Income Tax : Key updates on income tax deduction from salaries under Section 192 for FY 2024-25, including amendments, surcharge rates, and new...
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...
Income Tax : CBDT has modified Income Tax Rules, 1962, to determine the value of perquisite for residential accommodation provided by employers...
Explore what’s taxable and non-taxable in salary, including allowances, perquisites and deductions. Learn key components and tax exemptions under Income Tax Act.
Key updates on income tax deduction from salaries under Section 192 for FY 2024-25, including amendments, surcharge rates, and new tax regime details.
Perquisites and Profits in Lieu of Salary are important components of taxable income under the Income Tax Act of 1961. These refer to additional financial benefits, compensations, or payments that an employer provides to employees beyond their regular salary or wages. They are considered part of the employee’s income and are therefore subject to taxation.
Section 17 is amended to allow rule-based limits for perquisites, including employer-paid medical travel, effective April 1, 2026.
The Finance Bill 2025 proposes raising salary limits for perquisites like amenities and medical expenses, exempting some employees from additional taxation.
While employers may assess LTA claims based on declarations provided by employees, they are not obligated to collect proof such as tickets, boarding passes, or travel invoices. However, depending on internal policies, employers retain the right to demand such proof for internal audit or compliance purposes.
Learn how employer contributions over ₹7.5 lakhs are taxed under Section 17(2)(viia), including rules for taxable perquisites and accretions in PF, pension, and NPS.
Understand the taxability of leave encashment, gratuity, and voluntary retirement benefits, with exemptions and limits under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Exempted perquisites for salaried taxpayers, including medical, food, phone facilities, gifts, and more under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Learn about common income tax notices for salaried individuals, their implications, and steps to handle them effectively. Avoid legal hassles with proper compliance.
