80C deduction for tuition fees

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You can claim an 80C deduction for tuition fees paid for full-time education in India, but only for the tuition component itself, excluding other charges. This deduction is part of the overall ₹1.5 lakh limit for Section 80C. The claim is available for up to two children per individual taxpayer and must be made in the same financial year the fees are paid.

Chahat Khanna

Chahat Khanna (Querist)

29 January 2024 Resolved and deleted.

RAJA P M

RAJA P M (Expert)

29 January 2024 No, He can't claim in 23-25. Bcoz, It's payment basis. .

RAJA P M

RAJA P M (Expert)

30 January 2024 No, He can't claim in Fy23-24. Bcoz, It's payment basis. .

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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17 August 2025 Here are the key points to understand and strengthen your response:
Tuition Fee Component Only: Deduction under Section 80C applies solely to tuition fees for full-time education—fees like transport, hostel, library, development, donations, etc., are excluded.
₹1.5 Lakh Limit: This covers tuition and other investments/expenses under 80C combined.
Child Eligibility:
Individual taxpayer: up to 2 children
Both parents taxable: up to 4 children (2 each)
Claim Eligibility:
Applicable only to individual taxpayers (not HUFs/corporates)
Fees must be paid to institutions in India and claimed in the same financial year.
Salaried employees: submit receipts plus Form 12BB; otherwise, claim in ITR.
Allowable Alongside Other Benefits: You can also claim Children’s Education Allowance (₹100/month) and Hostel Allowance (₹300/month) under Section 10(14)—these are separate from Section 80C.

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