Income Tax Calculator

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(Assessment Year 2023-2024)
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What is an Income Tax Calculator?

An income tax calculator is an online tool that helps individuals calculate their estimated income tax liability based on their taxable income, deductions and tax rates. It provides a quick and easy way to estimate one's tax obligations, allowing users to make informed decisions about their finances and plan accordingly. The calculator takes into account relevant factors such as the individual's filing status, number of dependents and any available tax credits. The result is an estimated amount of taxes owed or a refund, which can help individuals prepare for tax season or plan for their financial future.

What is Income Tax?
Income Tax is a tax levied by the Government of India on individuals and companies on their income. It is a major source of revenue for the government and helps in funding various social welfare schemes and infrastructure development projects. The income tax system in India is governed by the Income Tax Act, 1961 and the rules and regulations framed thereunder.
In India, tax liability is calculated based on the taxable income of an individual, which is calculated as the total income minus the allowed exemptions and deductions. Taxable income includes salary income, income from house property, income from business and profession, capital gains and income from other sources.
Tax exemptions are available for various investments and savings, such as investments in Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Certificate (NSC), Life Insurance premium, and Equity-Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS), among others. Tax deductions are available for expenses incurred for the purpose of earning income, such as medical insurance premium, home loan interest, donations to charitable organizations and tuition fees for children's education, among others.
In addition to the above tax rates, a surcharge of 10% is levied on taxable income exceeding 1 Crore and a Health and Education Cess of 4% is levied on the sum of the tax liability, surcharge and education cess.
In India, income tax is generally payable on an assessment year basis, which is from April 1st to March 31st of the next year. The tax liability is calculated on the estimated taxable income for the assessment year and the tax must be paid by July 31st of the same year.
In conclusion, the income tax system in India is an important source of revenue for the government and helps in funding various social welfare schemes and infrastructure development projects. Taxable income, exemptions and deductions play a crucial role in determining the tax liability and it is important to keep updated with the changes in tax laws and regulations to minimize tax liability and maximise tax savings.
Income Tax Slabs New Regime (AY 2024-25)
Taxable IncomeTax Rate
Up to 3 LakhsNil
3 Lakhs to 6 Lakhs5%
6 Lakhs to 9 Lakhs10%
9 Lakhs to 12 Lakhs15%
12 Lakhs to 15 Lakhs20%
Above 15 Lakhs30%
Income Tax Slabs New Regime (AY 2023-24)
Taxable IncomeTax Rate
Up to 2.5 LakhsNil
2.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs5%
5 Lakhs to 7.5 Lakhs10%
7.5 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs15%
10 Lakhs to 12.5 Lakhs20%
12.5 Lakhs to 15 Lakhs25%
Above 15 Lakhs30%
Income Tax Slabs Old Regime
Taxable IncomeTax Rate
Up to 2.5 LakhsNil
2.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs5%
5 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs20%
Above 10 Lakhs30%