An interest-free loan to major children is legally permissible and does not create direct tax liability for the parent. Clubbing provisions do not apply to adult children. Use banking channels and execute an on-demand loan agreement on nominal stamp paper to maintain proper documentation.
08 June 2026
Dear Members, I am a salaried person 50 years of age. I want to give loan to my major daughter and son without charging any interest, The term of repayment will be 'on Demand'. Can I do it without attracting income tax authority concerns.
What I need to do for the same. I will transfer the money through banking channels (Net Banking). Any deed i shall make? if yes how much amount of stamp paper to be used for the same and any format. Is there any concern to me if they invest and earn money out of that money like clubbing etc.
08 June 2026
Legality: Giving an interest-free loan to major children via online banking is perfectly legal and does not attract direct tax.
Clubbing of Income: Does not apply because the children are adults. Any investment income earned from this money will be taxed in the children's individual files.
Documentation: Execute an "On-Demand" Loan Agreement on a nominal stamp paper (₹100 to ₹500 depending on the state) to maintain a clear audit trail for the Income Tax Department.