Annual rent paid is 40k which is less than 10% of the basic salary can the full rent paid 40k be claimed under sec 10(13A)
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This discussion clarifies the rules for claiming House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemption. It explains that the claim is limited to the lowest of four amounts: actual HRA received, 50% (metro) or 40% (non-metro) of basic salary plus DA, or actual rent paid minus 10% of basic salary plus DA. If the actual rent paid is less than 10% of your basic salary, the calculation results in a negative figure, meaning no HRA exemption can be claimed under this rule. The new tax regime is suggested as an alternative for lower taxes.
The lowest of the following amounts can be claimed as HRA exemption:
1. Actual HRA received 2. 50% of [basic salary + DA] for those living in metro cities (Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai or Chennai) 3. 40% of [basic salary + DA] for those living in non-metros 4. Actual rent paid (-) 10% of [basic salary + DA]