Is there any standard deduction for FY 2020-21?

For the FY 2019-20 & FY 2020-21 the limit of the standard deduction is Rs 50,000….Standard Deduction Impact on Tax on Salary Income.

ParticularsFY 2020-21 (Old Tax Regime)FY 2020-21 (New Tax Regime)
Less: Standard Deduction50,000
Taxable Salary3,00,0003,50,000

Is new tax slab compulsory?

With no change in the basic exemption limit, income tax slabs and rates, an individual tax payer will continue to pay the tax at the same rates applicable in FY 2020-21. Effective from April 1, 2020, a salaried individual was supposed to choose between the new and old tax regime.

What is the new rule for TDS deduction?

If you have not filed your income tax returns for the last two years, and the total on your tax deductions exceeds Rs 50,000 or more in each of the preceding two years, you will be subject to a higher TDS. Now, this higher TDS can mean two things- either double the specified TDS rate or 5 percent, whichever is higher.

Are there any changes in income tax rates in India?

Particulars ( .) As per interim budget 2019, Individual taxpayers having taxable annual income up to Rs.5 lakh will get full tax rebate u/s 87A and therefore will not be required to pay any income tax. However Income tax Slabs and Rates will remain unchanged for the FY2019-20. ✅ Is the due date for filing tax return same for all taxpayers? No.

Which is the new option for tax deduction in India?

The new option may lead to higher deduction of taxes from the employee’s salary. Aarti Raote, Partner, Deloitte India says, “As per Finance Bill, an employee needs to exercise the option to adopt the simplified tax regime at the time of tax return filing.

How are income tax slabs calculated in India?

The slab rates usually change with every budget are also applicable based on age – Normal Citizens (up to 60 years of age), Senior Citizens (60-80 years of age) and Super Senior Citizens (above 80 years of age). 2. How is the Income Tax Calculated?

Which is exempt from income tax in India?

8) Any scholarship granted to meet education costs is tax exempt under Section 10 (16) of the Income Tax Act. 9) Gratuity received from the employer up to ₹ 20 lakh after rendering 5 years of continuous service. 10) Leave encashment received at the time of resignation or retirement up to ₹ 3 lakh.

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