Income Tax Calculator

Calculate your income tax liability for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) under both old and new tax regimes with deductions, exemptions, and rebates.

Basic Information
Income Details
Include Deductions
₹8,00,000
Total Income
₹45,000
Total Tax
5.6%
Effective Rate
Tax Breakdown
Regime Comparison
Income Composition
Tax Liability Breakdown
Old vs New Regime Comparison
Income Composition
Tax Regime Comparison
Parameter Old Regime New Regime

Understanding Income Tax Calculation

Our Income Tax Calculator helps you estimate your tax liability for the financial year 2023-24 under both old and new tax regimes. Below are explanations of key concepts and factors to consider when calculating your taxes.

Key Tax Terms

  • Financial Year (FY): The year in which income is earned (April 1 to March 31)
  • Assessment Year (AY): The year following FY when income is assessed
  • Gross Total Income: Sum of all income heads before deductions
  • Taxable Income: Gross income minus eligible deductions
  • Tax Liability: Final tax amount payable after rebates and cess

New vs Old Tax Regime

The government introduced a new tax regime with lower rates but fewer deductions. Key differences:

Feature Old Regime New Regime
Tax Rates Higher Lower
Deductions All available (80C, 80D, HRA, etc.) Very limited
Standard Deduction ₹50,000 ₹50,000
Rebate (Section 87A) ₹12,500 (income ≤ ₹5L) ₹25,000 (income ≤ ₹7L)

Income Tax Slabs for FY 2023-24

New Tax Regime (Default)

Income Range Tax Rate
Up to ₹3,00,000 Nil
₹3,00,001 - ₹6,00,000 5%
₹6,00,001 - ₹9,00,000 10%
₹9,00,001 - ₹12,00,000 15%
₹12,00,001 - ₹15,00,000 20%
Above ₹15,00,000 30%

Old Tax Regime

Income Range Tax Rate
Up to ₹2,50,000 Nil
₹2,50,001 - ₹5,00,000 5%
₹5,00,001 - ₹10,00,000 20%
Above ₹10,00,000 30%

Common Deductions (Old Regime)

  • Section 80C: Up to ₹1.5L (PPF, ELSS, Life Insurance, FD, etc.)
  • Section 80D: Health insurance premiums (up to ₹1L)
  • HRA: House Rent Allowance exemption
  • Section 80E: Education loan interest
  • Standard Deduction: ₹50,000 for salaried individuals

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which tax regime should I choose?
A: The new regime benefits those with fewer deductions. If you have significant investments (like PPF, insurance) or HRA, the old regime may be better.

Q: Can I switch between regimes every year?
A: Yes, you can choose a different regime each year based on what's beneficial.

Q: What is cess in income tax?
A: A 4% health and education cess is added to your tax liability.

Q: Is LTA (Leave Travel Allowance) taxable?
A: LTA is tax-exempt under old regime if you submit bills for actual travel. Not available in new regime.

Q: How is tax calculated on capital gains?
A: Short-term gains are taxed as per income slab. Long-term gains have special rates (10% or 20% with indexation).