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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 369776 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 15477 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 483 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


Nil Tax Up To Rs. 12 Lakhs Income (FY 2025-26); Tax Computation With Illustrations & FAQs

February 11, 2025 32709 Views 4 comments Print

Explore how new tax rebate under Section 87A allows individuals to avoid tax on incomes up to Rs 12 lakh. Learn through illustrations and FAQs about eligibility, calculations and impacts on special rate incomes.

Bombay HC Orders I-T Dept to Enable Section 87A Rebate Claim in Tax Return Utility

February 10, 2025 4386 Views 2 comments Print

Petitioner No.1 is a society registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860 and the Bombay Public Trusts Act of 1950. It has more than 3800 members comprising of Advocates, Chartered Accountants, and tax practitioners.

Section 87A rebate applicable for Capital Gains Post-Budget 2025

February 4, 2025 21171 Views 1 comment Print

Understanding the applicability of Section 87A rebate for capital gains under both the old and new tax regimes post-Budget 2025.

Rebate Under Section 87A: Tax Benefits & Updates for FY 2025-26

February 2, 2025 40332 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about Section 87A rebate, new income limits, and tax relief updates for FY 2026-27, including increased rebates for taxpayers under the new regime.

Income Tax Rates for FY 2025-26 & No Tax on Income up to Rs. 12 Lakh: FAQs

February 2, 2025 14202 Views 3 comments Print

Budget 2025 brings new income tax slabs with benefits for the middle class, including higher exemptions, marginal relief, and a standard deduction for salaried individuals.

Bombay HC Left Adjudication of Section 87A Rebate Eligibility to Tax Authorities

January 25, 2025 7734 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay HC clarifies that rebate under Section 87A can be adjudicated during assessment, not restricted at the threshold based on Section 115BAC tax calculation.

Issue with Rebate under Section 87A for Capital Gain Tax: A Detailed Look

January 9, 2025 118749 Views 28 comments Print

Explore why the Income Tax Department is disallowing Section 87A rebate on capital gains under the new tax regime, leading to unexpected tax demands for taxpayers.

Interim Relief for Claiming 87A Rebate AY 2024-25

December 25, 2024 47544 Views 2 comments Print

Bombay HC grants interim relief allowing taxpayers to claim Section 87A rebate for AY 2024-25. Revised ITR deadline extended to 15 Jan 2025; final ruling pending.

Bombay HC Directs CBDT to Extend E-Filing Deadline; Section 87A Rebate is a ‘Substantive’ Right

December 22, 2024 12309 Views 1 comment Print

Bombay HC examines Section 87A rebate issues due to ITR software changes post-July 2024, affecting taxpayers’ rights. Interim relief granted; final hearing on Jan 2025.

Taxpayers Win- Case for Rebate u/s 87A on Short Term Capital Gains

November 26, 2024 9822 Views 4 comments Print

Arjuna (Fictional Character): Krishna, I recently heard about a case where rebate under Section 87A was allowed on short-term capital gains. Krishna (Fictional Character): Yes, Arjuna. It’s a noteworthy Beena Manishbhai Fofaria V/s CIT(Appeals) case that clarifies the application of Section 87A, especially after the amendments brought by the Finance Act, 2023. This ruling is […]

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