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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 369773 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 371850 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 13011 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 2061 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 15474 Views 1 comment Print


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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 6840 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


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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 480 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


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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


Marginal Relief u/s 87A for New Tax Regime u/s 115BAC(1A)

June 4, 2023 130713 Views 23 comments Print

Presently, rebate is allowed u/s 87A of Rs. 12,500/- in old regime of Income Tax, if any resident individual whose total income during the previous year does not exceed Rs. 5,00,000. Rebate is available only to the extent of Rs.12,500, and if total income exceeds Rs. 5,00,000 no rebate will be available.

Section 115BAC – Rebate to individual opting for new tax scheme

March 29, 2023 10638 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the amendments to Section 115BAC by the Finance Act, 2023. Get insights into the rebate for individuals opting for the new tax scheme and changes in maximum exemption limits, deductions, surcharge rates, and tax slabs. Stay informed for A.Y. 2024-25 and beyond.

Why this step motherly treatment for Old Tax Regime followers?

March 28, 2023 3957 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the disparities in the treatment of Old Tax Regime (OTR) followers in the Finance Bill 2023, as the Government encourages the New Tax Regime (NTR) with changes in exemptions, rates, and deductions, raising concerns for those sticking to OTR.

The dark side of New Income Tax Regime: Budget 2023

February 3, 2023 2409 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the dark side of the Budget 2023 Trump Card- the new income tax regime. Find out the reduced tax rates & increased exemptions unveiled by FM Nirmala Sitharaman & how it differs from the old income tax regime.

Decoding Section 87A: Rebate Provision Under Income Tax Act

August 3, 2021 24099 Views 1 comment Print

In order to provide relief and lessen the burden on small taxpayers, the Government had announced the tax rebate scheme by introducing Section 87A in the Income Tax Act. Introduction of Section 87A Section 87A was introduced in Income Tax Act through the Finance Act, 2003. As per the Income Tax Act, any individual being […]

Suggestions on taxation of capital gains

January 21, 2021 12177 Views 0 comment Print

In this article I wish to give some suggestions to the Finance Minister to make the taxation of capital gain more rational by removing some anomalies. Here are my suggestions. Rebate available under Section 87 A for capital gains Section 87 A allows a resident Individual a tax rebate tax upto Rs. 12,500/- if his […]

Rebate allowable under Section 87A of Income Tax Act

August 28, 2020 120204 Views 13 comments Print

It is proposed to amend section 87A so as to reduce the maximum amount of rebate available under this section from existing Rs. 5000 to Rs. 2500. It is also proposed to provide that this rebate shall be available to only resident individuals whose total income does not exceed Rs. 3,50,000.

Section 87A of Income Tax Act

July 31, 2020 22107 Views 0 comment Print

As we know that the amended section 87A of Income Tax Act 1961, applicable for the FY 2019-2020 provides COMPLETE tax rebate to those having income less than 5 lacs. It raises concerns for those having income around 5 lacs. The worst hit are those having income just above the prescribed limit, say, 5,01,000 because […]

6 Most FAQs on Return on Income

May 13, 2020 4011 Views 0 comment Print

Article explains Eligibility for claiming rebate u/s 87A, ITR form​ applicable for LIC agent, How to file return of income, Can total deductions exceeds the Gross Total Income (GTI), Need to file Income Tax Return when all taxes been paid in advance and  What to do  when TDS has  been deposited under wrong PAN. 1. […]

Section 87A Rebate – Income Tax Act – Detailed Analysis

May 5, 2020 62606 Views 0 comment Print

As we all aware that, section 87A is considered as one of the most important section. Since the rebate is very important to reduce the tax Burdon of assessee. But in industry there is always a confusion or doubt faced by professionals on availing the rebate. Hence today I am coverig this topic with in […]

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