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School fees deduction

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01 July 2016 How to take school fees for Section 80 C When combined school fees( Tuition fees+ development fees) are provided in the Receipt.

01 July 2016 you have to take separate tution fee certificate.

02 July 2016 is it proper to take full school fees in Section 80c??

23 July 2025 Good question! Here’s the clear tax position on **school fees deduction under Section 80C**:

### What is allowed under Section 80C for school fees?

* Only **Tuition Fees** paid to a school, college, university, or any other educational institution situated in India for full-time education of your children is eligible.
* **Development fees, admission fees, donation, transport fees, hostel fees, or any other fees** are **not eligible** under Section 80C.

### In case of a combined fee receipt showing Tuition + Development fees:

* Ideally, **ask the school to provide a breakup of tuition fees separately.**
* If the breakup is not provided, **only the tuition fee part can be claimed**, but you need proper evidence (a fee receipt or certificate).
* Claiming the full amount (tuition + development fees) is **not proper** and may be challenged by the tax authorities.

### Summary:

| Fees Component | Eligible under 80C? |
| ---------------- | ------------------- |
| Tuition Fees | Yes |
| Development Fees | No |
| Admission Fees | No |
| Transport Fees | No |
| Donation | No |

If you don’t get a breakup from the school, you may consider showing the amount as per the last year’s breakup or approach the school for a proper certificate.

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Let me know if you want a sample letter to request tuition fee breakup from the school!


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