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Income-tax slabs

High-level slab overview for individuals. Surcharge, health and education cess, rebates (including section 87A where applicable), and regime-specific deductions change the effective tax. Confirm for the relevant assessment year on the Income Tax portal.

New regime (default)

Illustrative slabs, verify for AY in force

IncomeRate
Up to ₹4,00,000Nil
₹4,00,001 – ₹8,00,0005%
₹8,00,001 – ₹12,00,00010%
₹12,00,001 – ₹16,00,00015%
₹16,00,001 – ₹20,00,00020%
₹20,00,001 – ₹24,00,00025%
Above ₹24,00,00030%

Old regime (optional)

Basic exemption may differ for senior / super-senior citizens

IncomeRate
Up to ₹2,50,000Nil
₹2,50,001 – ₹5,00,0005%
₹5,00,001 – ₹10,00,00020%
Above ₹10,00,00030%

Notes: The new tax regime is the default for individuals unless the old regime is opted in the prescribed manner. Chapter VI-A deductions and many exemptions are restricted under the new regime. Always compute with the Finance Act applicable to the assessment year.

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Rates and slabs change with Finance Acts and notifications. Confirm on the Income Tax / GST portals before use. This is general information, not advice.