This discussion clarifies the process for claiming relief under Section 89 of the Income Tax Act for salary arrears received in FY 2024-25. It addresses whether an individual can switch between the old and new tax regimes for the previous financial year (FY 2023-24) when calculating arrears in Form 10-E. The consensus is that changing the tax regime for a past financial year is not permitted.
10 March 2025
Respected Sir(s)/Madam/(s) I have received salary arrears of Rs.1 lac in Current FY 2024-25 (Rs. 60000 Pertaining to FY 2023-24 & Remaining of Rs. 40000 Pertaining to Current FY 2024-25). I have filed IT RETURN of FY 2023-24 in Old Tax Regime but now can i change new regime (Or vice-versa) of FY 2023-24, while calculating the arrears as per section 89 In Form 10-E ?