Central Goverment Health scheme

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Sobhit Agarwal (Querist)
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29 July 2010 Dear Sir/Madam,
A person (Goverment employee) has salary income of 16,000/- per month. and contributed 3,200/- per month towards CGHS now i want to know what is the tax implication of this CGHS contribution

CMA Ramesh Krishnan

CMA Ramesh Krishnan (Expert)
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29 July 2010 Please be clear whether employer contributing or employee contributing

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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18 July 2024 The contribution towards Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) by a government employee has specific tax implications under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Here’s how it generally works:

1. **Tax Deduction under Section 80D**: Contributions made towards CGHS are eligible for deduction under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act. However, there are specific conditions and limits:

- For individuals (including government employees), the deduction available under Section 80D for contributions towards CGHS is up to Rs. 25,000 per annum.
- An additional deduction of up to Rs. 50,000 per annum is available for senior citizens (age 60 years and above).

2. **Maximum Deduction**: The total deduction under Section 80D (including contributions to CGHS, health insurance premiums, and preventive health check-ups) cannot exceed Rs. 25,000 per annum if the taxpayer is below 60 years of age, and Rs. 50,000 per annum if the taxpayer is a senior citizen.

3. **Tax Benefit Calculation**: The deduction is allowed from the taxable income, which reduces the total tax liability. For example, if a government employee contributes Rs. 3,200 per month towards CGHS (totaling Rs. 38,400 annually), the tax deduction available under Section 80D will be up to Rs. 25,000 (assuming the individual is below 60 years of age). Therefore, Rs. 25,000 will be deducted from the taxable income for the purpose of calculating income tax liability.

4. **Tax Exemption on Employer’s Contribution**: If the employer contributes to the CGHS on behalf of the employee, the amount contributed by the employer is not taxable in the hands of the employee.

5. **Form 16 and Tax Returns**: The contributions made towards CGHS should be reported in Form 16 issued by the employer. When filing income tax returns (ITR), ensure to claim the deduction under Section 80D and provide details of the CGHS contribution.

To summarize, the contribution towards CGHS by a government employee is eligible for tax deduction under Section 80D, subject to specified limits. It helps reduce the taxable income and thereby lowers the overall tax liability. It’s advisable to consult with a tax advisor or accountant for personalized guidance based on specific circumstances.

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