Tax exemption on income from rent of let out property

Hello,

I read on my websites that there is an exemption on income from rent of let out property if the gross annual value (total rent received in a year) is less than Rs. 250000. This means no tax on rental income for annual rent upto Rs. 250000. Is this correct?

And if yes, in which schedule of ITR2, this exemption can be claimed since in ITR2 system is considering the income from rent as taxable even if the total rent in the year (before std deduction and municipal taxes) is less than Rs. 250000.

And also is this exemption applicable in both new and old tax regimes?

Kindly help me out on this.

 

 

 

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This discussion explores the potential tax exemption on rental income up to Rs. 250,000. The user seeks confirmation on whether this exemption is accurate, how to claim it within the ITR2 form, and if it applies to both old and new tax regimes. The provided information suggests an exemption exists, but clarification is needed on its practical application and specific conditions.

As per Section 24A of the Income Tax Act, a taxpayer is entitled to a 30 percent standard deduction from the rental income to cover expenses like renovation/repairs.

No tax will be payable on total income upto Rs. 5 lakh in old tax regimes and total income upto Rs. 7 lakh in new tax regimes

To put it simply under new regime even if you earn 10 lakhs rental income still you won't have to pay any tax

Thanks for the response.

I was referring to below article. Can you please confirm whether the information related to tax exemption on rental income is correct.

https://business.outlookindia.com/personal-finance/tax/tax-implications-you-should-know-while-renting-out-your-property#:~:text=Income%20Tax%20Exemption%20for%20Rental,self%2Doccupied%20and%20leased%20properties.

Income Tax Exemption for Rental Income up to Rs 2.5 Lakh

Starting from the fiscal year 2021-22, individual taxpayers enjoy an exemption from paying taxes on rental income up to Rs 2.5 lakh. This exemption is applicable for both self-occupied and leased properties.

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