Follow Us:

SECTION 87A

Latest Articles


Various Threshold Limits under Income Tax Act

Income Tax : A consolidated guide to Income-tax Act threshold limits for AY 2026-27 covering exemptions, deductions, TDS, TCS, compliance and p...

July 4, 2026 369758 Views 44 comments Print

Computation of Income Tax: FAQs & Examples

Income Tax : This guide explains how taxable income and tax liability are computed under the Income-tax Act, from Gross Total Income to the fin...

June 23, 2026 371844 Views 22 comments Print

TDS Deduction for Specified Senior Citizens (Section 194P)

Income Tax : Senior citizens aged 75+ with only pension and bank interest income need not file ITR if a specified bank computes income and dedu...

June 9, 2026 13008 Views 1 comment Print

Section 87A & Section 156 Rebate: Why Tax May Still Be Payable Below ₹12 Lakh

Income Tax : The article explains that Section 87A reduces eligible income tax liability but does not automatically eliminate interest, penalti...

June 4, 2026 2058 Views 0 comment Print

Section 87A & Section 156 Rebate: Why Tax May Still Be Payable Below ₹12 Lakh

Income Tax : Many taxpayers assume that income up to Rs. 12 lakh is completely tax-free under the new regime. The key takeaway is that Section ...

June 1, 2026 15456 Views 1 comment Print


Latest News


Tax Rate Reductions and Benefits for Salaried Individuals

Income Tax : The Finance Act, 2025, introduces new tax slabs and a higher rebate threshold for salaried individuals. This summary explains how ...

August 7, 2025 1095 Views 0 comment Print

PIL Challenges Denial of rebate under Section 87A and Unjust Demand notices

Income Tax : A PIL filed in Gujarat HC contests the denial of Section 87A rebate, highlighting unfair demands and confusion among middle-class ...

October 16, 2024 54216 Views 8 comments Print

Challenge to Income Tax Section 87A Rebate Denial in Gujarat High Court

Income Tax : A PIL filed in Gujarat High Court contests the denial of the Income Tax rebate under Section 87A, impacting middle-class taxpayers...

October 16, 2024 6834 Views 4 comments Print

Request for Section 87A Rebate on Capital Gains Tax – ICAI

Income Tax : ICAI requests CBDT to allow rebate u/s 87A on short-term and long-term capital gains under Sections 111A and 112, citing inconsist...

October 9, 2024 11493 Views 1 comment Print

Representation Regarding Glitches In The Income Tax Portal

CA, CS, CMA : KSCAA addresses glitches in the Income Tax portal, highlighting challenges faced by taxpayers and professionals, in a representati...

July 23, 2024 3243 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Section 87A Applies to Total Income Including STCG Under Section 111A: ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai ruled that the amended first proviso to Section 87A refers to total income and does not distinguish between normal inc...

July 2, 2026 267 Views 0 comment Print

Section 87A Rebate Available Despite LTCG at Special Rates: ITAT Chennai

Income Tax : ITAT Chennai held that inclusion of taxable long-term capital gains in total income does not disentitle an assessee from claiming ...

July 2, 2026 471 Views 0 comment Print

Section 87A Rebate Allowed on STCG Due to Absence of Statutory Restriction: ITAT Rajkot

Income Tax : ITAT Rajkot held that Section 87A does not expressly prohibit rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains under Section 111A...

July 2, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Allows Section 87A Rebate as Section 111A Contains No Express Restriction

Income Tax : ITAT Agra held that neither Section 87A nor Section 111A expressly prohibits rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains for...

July 2, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Grants Section 87A Rebate on Special Rate STCG Tax as Total Income Qualified

Income Tax : ITAT held that Section 87A rebate cannot be denied on tax payable under Section 111A where the assessee qualifies under the prescr...

June 29, 2026 588 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Waives Interest on Section 87A Rebate Demands After Rectification

Income Tax : CBDT allows waiver of interest where 87A rebate was initially granted but later disallowed via CPC rectification. Taxpayers must c...

September 19, 2025 5595 Views 3 comments Print

CBDT issues notification for amendment of Form No. 15H

Income Tax : In the Income-tax Rules, 1962, in Appendix II, in Form No. 15H in Part II, in note 10, the following proviso shall be inserted, na...

May 22, 2019 8805 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Posts in SECTION 87A

Various Threshold Limits under Income Tax Act

July 4, 2026 369758 Views 44 comments Print

A consolidated guide to Income-tax Act threshold limits for AY 2026-27 covering exemptions, deductions, TDS, TCS, compliance and penalties. It serves as a comprehensive statutory reference.

Section 87A Applies to Total Income Including STCG Under Section 111A: ITAT Mumbai

July 2, 2026 267 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai ruled that the amended first proviso to Section 87A refers to total income and does not distinguish between normal income and STCG taxable under Section 111A. The rebate was therefore held to be available.

Section 87A Rebate Available Despite LTCG at Special Rates: ITAT Chennai

July 2, 2026 471 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Chennai held that inclusion of taxable long-term capital gains in total income does not disentitle an assessee from claiming Section 87A rebate for AY 2024-25. The Assessing Officer was directed to grant the rebate and recompute the tax liability.

Section 87A Rebate Allowed on STCG Due to Absence of Statutory Restriction: ITAT Rajkot

July 2, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Rajkot held that Section 87A does not expressly prohibit rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains under Section 111A for AY 2024-25. Following an earlier Coordinate Bench ruling, the Tribunal allowed the assessee’s appeal.

ITAT Allows Section 87A Rebate as Section 111A Contains No Express Restriction

July 2, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Agra held that neither Section 87A nor Section 111A expressly prohibits rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains for AY 2024-25. The Assessing Officer was directed to grant the rebate.

ITAT Grants Section 87A Rebate on Special Rate STCG Tax as Total Income Qualified

June 29, 2026 588 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that Section 87A rebate cannot be denied on tax payable under Section 111A where the assessee qualifies under the prescribed income limit and follows settled Tribunal rulings.

Computation of Income Tax: FAQs & Examples

June 23, 2026 371844 Views 22 comments Print

This guide explains how taxable income and tax liability are computed under the Income-tax Act, from Gross Total Income to the final tax payable. It also covers deductions, rebates, surcharge, cess, and prepaid tax adjustments.

Section 87A Rebate Cannot Be Denied Solely Because LTCG Exceeds Rs.1 Lakh: ITAT Surat

June 15, 2026 3636 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that rebate under section 87A could not be denied merely because LTCG exceeded Rs.1 lakh. It ruled that the relevant consideration was the tax computed on such gains, leading to deletion of the adjustment made under section 143(1).

TDS Deduction for Specified Senior Citizens (Section 194P)

June 9, 2026 13008 Views 1 comment Print

Senior citizens aged 75+ with only pension and bank interest income need not file ITR if a specified bank computes income and deducts tax under Section 194P.

Section 87A & Section 156 Rebate: Why Tax May Still Be Payable Below ₹12 Lakh

June 4, 2026 2058 Views 0 comment Print

The article explains that Section 87A reduces eligible income tax liability but does not automatically eliminate interest, penalties, or late fees. Taxpayers may still receive a demand notice under Section 156 despite having income below ₹12 lakh.

Search Post by Date
July 2026
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031