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Home Loan Income Tax queries

22 December 2023

Hi team

We took a home loan jointly for a huge amount. However, the apartment construction is still in progress and handover is after 3 years.

But we have started payment of emi's from this month onwards.

How to claim tax deduction for principal and interest payment under which sections?

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Sharath chandra (Accountant) (1215 Points)
Replied 23 December 2023

You cannot claim it before possession. can be claimed from the year of possession.

interest paid now can be claimed for 5 years after possession.

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Musrath Shaik (175 Points)
Replied 23 December 2023

When you take a joint home loan, both co-borrowers can individually claim tax benefits for the principal and interest repayments, subject to certain conditions. Here's a general overview based on the provisions in India:

Tax Deduction for Principal Repayment:

Under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, you can claim a deduction for the principal repayment on a home loan. The maximum limit for this deduction is ₹1.5 lakh per financial year. Here are some key points:

Joint Loan: Both co-borrowers can claim a deduction for the principal repayment individually, up to the specified limit.

For further more detailed information on this topic visit: Home Loan Interest Deduction: Under Section 80EE

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