ESIC in Income tax returns

This discussion clarifies whether employees can claim deductions for their ESIC contributions under Section 80C or any other section of the Income Tax Act. The consensus is that the employee's share of ESIC is not an eligible deduction. While the company's contribution is exempt income, the employee's portion doesn't qualify for tax relief. It's also noted that individuals eligible for ESIC are typically below the tax bracket, making the deduction's impact minimal even with higher incomes.