Form16 shows investments as done - But I will go by New Regime

No query for the deductions claimed in form 15 are asked, when you file ITR under new regime.

Yes. If you file under the new tax regime, claim only deductions and exemptions permitted under that regime. Your employer’s Form 16 may reflect investment declarations or payroll TDS calculations under the old regime, but those declarations do not by themselves become claims in your ITR. Reconcile the salary and TDS figures with Form 16, and report the regime and eligible claims correctly. Any difference in TDS deducted and final tax payable will be settled through the return; a processing query is not automatic merely because Form 16 records investments.

Choosing the regime in the return is subject to the applicable rules, including any requirement to exercise the option by the due date if you have business or professional income. The relevant return form and year also matter.

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Form 16 under the new regime though you declared investments:

• If the employer computed TDS under the new regime, your declared investments were ignored. In your ITR (filed by the due date), you can choose the old regime and claim the deductions with proof; any excess TDS will be refunded or shortfall payable.