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Investing in ELSS to save tax: ELSS mutual funds, a tax-saving tool with a short lock-in period, provide a tax deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakh under section 80C for those selecting the old tax regime. They carry higher risk and volatility compared to tax-saving fixed deposits. The investment amount can be as low as Rs 500, with a maximum tax break of Rs 1.5 lakh. KYC compliance is required before investing.
Section 80C provides taxpayers investment avenues to claim deductions of up to Rs 1.5 lakh per financial year. So, don’t be swayed by tax benefits alone and pick options that suit your investment horizon and risk appetite.
Section 80C provides taxpayers investment avenues to claim deductions of up to Rs 1.5 lakh per financial year. So, don’t be swayed by tax benefits alone and pick options that suit your investment horizon and risk appetite.
Withdrawal of EPF balance within 5 years of opening it is taxable. Tax liability will be calculated for past years of contribution without considering exemptions/deductions claimed. No need to revise prior year tax returns.
Claiming deductions above a certain limit makes the old regime sweeter for some taxpayers.Experts say taxpayers under the new tax regime can have better control over their investments