Senior Citizen Tax AY 2026-27: Know Which Form Is Right and How You Can Pay Zero Tax Up to Rs 17.13 Lakh?

Mitali | Last updated: 25 July 2026

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Senior citizens aged 60 and above can potentially pay zero income tax on earnings up to ₹17.13 lakh for Assessment Year 2026-27 by opting for the New Tax Regime. This is achievable through a combination of the basic exemption limit and the Section 87A rebate, which makes incomes up to ₹12 lakh tax-free. Various deductions, including standard deductions for salaried individuals and pensioners, rental income, and specific exemptions for gratuity, leave encashment, and gifts, can further reduce taxable income.

Senior citizens with age 60 or above can pay ZERO income tax on incomes up to ₹17.13 lakh for Financial Year 202526 (Assessment Year 202627). If you file ITR for AY 2026-27 under New Tax Regime, tax slab system will be: Up to ₹4,00,000: Nil ₹4,00,001 to ₹8,00,000: 5% ₹8,00,001 ₹12,00,000: 10%

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Mitali

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I write about Income Tax, GST, TDS, RBI updates, government schemes, and personal finance in India. My focus is on simplifying complex tax and compliance topics into easy-to-understand guides that help readers stay updated with the latest financial rules, investment options, and regulatory changes.

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