๐ Income Tax Planning in India
Income tax planning is crucial for every earning individual in India. The government offers two regimes โ Old Regime with deductions and New Regime with lower rates but minimal deductions. Choosing the right one can save you thousands of rupees annually.
Under the Old Regime, you can claim deductions like Section 80C (up to โน1.5 lakh โ PPF, ELSS, LIC, EPF), Section 80D (medical insurance), HRA (house rent allowance), and standard deduction of โน50,000. These can significantly reduce your taxable income.
The New Regime introduced simplified tax slabs with lower rates. It's the default regime now. The good news: for income up to โน7 lakh, there's a full tax rebate under Section 87A, making your tax liability zero! No deductions needed.
Use our calculator to compare both regimes side by side. Also explore our PPF and SIP calculators to maximize your tax-saving investments. Remember, tax planning should start at the beginning of the financial year, not at the end!