This discussion provides guidance on income tax savings investments under the new tax regime for the financial year 2025-26. It highlights that retirement benefits like gratuity and leave encashment, along with employer contributions to NPS and PF, remain tax-exempt. Additionally, income from the Agnipath Scheme under Section 80CCH is also tax-free, offering financial relief to beneficiaries.
30 April 2025
Dear IT Experts I need your guidance for IT Savings Investment Plan Under New Regime for the FY 2025-26 for Man/Woman. Eg: NPS, Makhila FD etc
30 April 2025
Retirement Benefits: Gratuity & Leave Encashment : Retirement benefits such as gratuity and leave encashment received at the time of retirement remain non-taxable under the new tax regime. This ensures financial security for retirees and prevents additional tax burdens on their accumulated savings.
Employer Contributions to NPS & PF : Contributions made by an employer towards the National Pension System (NPS) and Employees’ Provident Fund (PF) continue to exempt from taxation. This exemption encourages long-term savings and provides financial stability for employees post-retirement.
Income from Agnipath Scheme (Section 80CCH) : The Agnipath Scheme, introduced to recruit individuals into the Indian Armed Forces, continues to enjoy tax benefits under Section 80CCH. The financial assistance or earnings under this scheme remain tax-exempt, ensuring additional relief for beneficiaries. All other plans are mostly taxable unless exempt u/s. 10 IT act.