Rent paid less than 10 of Basic salary

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.

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Yes possible
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]
As per the above calculation actual rent - 10% of the Basic salary would be negative
Originally posted by : yashmitha
opening quote As per the above calculation actual rent - 10% of the Basic salary would be negative closing quote

That means no exemption.

Thanks, is there no option to claim rent paid if it is less than 10% of the Basic Salary

No. Try new tax regime for lower tax.

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