Standard deductions under the new tax regime — what salaried Indians can actually claim
Salaried Indians under the new tax regime can claim a ₹75,000 standard deduction from FY 2024–25. Here's what else you can and cannot deduct.
Old regime, new regime, 80C, capital gains and ITR filing — worked through with actual salary figures.
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Salaried Indians under the new tax regime can claim a ₹75,000 standard deduction from FY 2024–25. Here's what else you can and cannot deduct.
Stamp duty in India ranges from 3–8% depending on the state and can add ₹3–6 lakh to your home purchase. See current rates for every state.
Rental income in India is taxed as per your income slab after a standard 30% deduction on net annual value. Learn exactly how much you owe and what to dedu
Step-by-step ITR filing guide for salaried employees. One employer, no complex income? File your return in under an hour with the right documents.
Learn how tax loss harvesting works in India — offset capital gains with losses to legally reduce your tax bill, with rules on 30-day waiting periods and c
Long-term capital gains on equity funds are taxed at 10% vs 15% for short-term. Learn how your holding period affects your tax bill before you sell.
Learn how capital gains tax on mutual funds works in India: STCG at 20%, LTCG at 12.5% above ₹1.25 lakh. Covers equity, debt, and SIP redemptions.
Claim up to ₹1 lakh tax deduction under Section 80D for health insurance premiums. Learn exactly who qualifies, what's covered, and how to calculate your l
HUF vs Individual filing on ₹20 lakh income — see the actual tax difference, how HUF works, and whether splitting income this way is worth it for salaried
Open an HUF account in India to create a separate tax entity. Learn the required documents, step-by-step process, and how it can lower your tax burden.
HUF accounts give Indian families a second PAN, second ₹1.5 lakh 80C limit, and separate tax slabs—legally doubling your tax-saving headroom.
Earning above ₹10 lakh? Your default tax bill can cross ₹1 lakh. Learn the legal deductions and regime choice that can cut it significantly.
Reduce taxable income by up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C. Covers eligible investments, instruments like PPF and ELSS, and how to claim the deduction corr
New tax regime suits most salaried employees, but old regime wins if you claim deductions above ₹3.75 lakh. Here's how to choose the right one.
ELSS, PPF, and NPS compared for tax saving in 2026. See lock-in periods, returns, and which option suits salaried investors under Section 80C.