Section 80C(2)(xviii) is very clear. Pleasse go through the section. You can claim the repayments made towards housing loan obtained for construction/purchase of a house. The said house may be self occupied or may be let out.
U/S 80C, any payment made to Bank/ financial institution on loan towards cost of purchase/construction of residential property is eligible as qualifying amount subject to max: limit of Rs.1,00,000/-. The interest component qualifies for deduction U/S 24b up to Rs.1,50,000/- subject to purchase/construction after 1999.