Budget 2026: Will the 30% Tax Slab Limit Rise to Rs 35 Lakh? Expert Opinions and Financial Equations

LegalDev | Last updated: 10 January 2026

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As Union Budget 2026 approaches, there's significant anticipation regarding a potential increase in the 30% tax slab threshold from Rs 24 lakh to Rs 35 lakh. This move is seen as a crucial tax relief measure for the middle class, especially given rising living costs. Experts suggest this could boost consumption and positively impact sectors like real estate and automobiles, though it may present fiscal challenges for the government.

With Union Budget 2026 just around the corner, set to be presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, expectations among the middle class and salaried employees are reaching a fever pitch. The biggest buzz in financial corridors is the proposal to hike the30% tax slab thresh

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