This discussion clarifies the tax exemption for leave encashment received by private sector employees, particularly in cases of company mergers. It confirms that the exemption, as per Section 10(10AA)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, applies to non-government employees and is capped at Rs 25 lakhs. This exemption is available even if the leave was credited before the merger.
04 July 2024
Will employees of merged company get leave encashment exemption received from merged company. Is Leave encashment amount taxable which is received from pending leaves which were credited to the employees on last salary pre merger.