Employer's Contribution to Recognised Provident Fund is exempt under income tax upto what limit ? a) 1800; or b) 12% of basic salary without any limit
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This discussion clarifies the tax exemption limit for employer contributions to a recognised Provident Fund. It addresses whether the limit is a fixed amount of £1800 or 12% of the basic salary. The general understanding and practice, often supported by EPF regulations, is that the employer's contribution up to 12% of the basic salary is tax-exempt.
Contribution More than 12% of Basic Salary Towards EPF Employees usually contribute 12% of their basic salary while the employer makes a contribution of 13.61% towards the EPF. EPF is an retirement investment plan opted by a number of employees as this has number of benefits.
Can an employee contribute more than 12% of basic salary towards EPF Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is a retirement investment plan that every salaried individual opts for. Employee usually contributes 12% of their basic pay and employer contributes 13.61% towards the EPF.
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