This discussion clarifies the distinction between income tax exemptions and deductions. It explains that while income can be exempted, certain expenditures and investments are eligible for deductions. Specifically, profession tax (PTRC/PTEC) is deductible under Section 16(iii) of the Income Tax Act 1961, and EPF/ESI contributions are deductible under Section 80C.
30 July 2020
These are seductions. According to Section 16 (iii) of the Income Tax Act 1961, the profession tax paid by an employee is allowed as a deduction from his/her gross salary income. EPF and ESI deduction allowed under section 80C.