India tax
11 posts in India tax.
Old vs new tax regime 2026: 10 income/deduction combinations and which wins (with worked math)
Old vs new income tax regime in India FY 2025-26: 10 income + deduction combinations ranked. New regime wins for low-deduction earners; old regime win...
Top 10 tax-saving investments in India for 2026 (ranked by return, risk, lock-in)
The 10 best tax-saving investments in India for FY 2025-26 ranked by expected return, lock-in period, and risk. ELSS, NPS, PPF, EPF, ULIP, tax-saving ...
How to choose old vs new tax regime FY 2025-26: decision tree + break-even
Old regime offers Rs 1.5L 80C + HRA + home loan + 80D deductions but higher slab rates. New regime: lower rates, Rs 75K standard deduction only. Break...
How to file ITR online 2026: step-by-step guide for salaried + freelancers
File your Indian Income Tax Return for AY 2026-27 online via the IT Department portal. ITR-1 vs ITR-2 decision, common mistakes, deadlines, refund tra...
How to calculate HRA exemption 2026: metro vs non-metro, worked examples
House Rent Allowance exemption under Section 10(13A) cuts taxable income by Rs 50K-Rs 3L+ for rented salaried employees. Metro 50% rule, non-metro 40%...
How to save income tax under Section 80C in 2026: full Rs 1.5 lakh guide
Section 80C lets you cut taxable income by Rs 1.5 lakh in FY 2025-26. 18 eligible instruments ranked by return, lock-in, and risk. ELSS, PPF, NPS, EPF...