Synopsis
Unlike in the old tax regime where the highest tax rate of 30% is levied on individuals having income starting from Rs 10,00,001, the highest tax rate in the new tax regime is levied on individuals having income starting from Rs 15,00,001.
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From FY 2020-21, taxpayers can choose between two income tax regimes - the existing/old tax regime and the new, concessional one. By opting for the existing tax regime, the taxpayer can continue to avail existing deductions such as section 80C, section 80D etc. of the Income-tax Act, 1961 and tax exemptions like house rent allowance, LTC Cash Voucher Scheme etc. Although the new, concessional tax regime offers lower tax rates as compared to the old tax regime, by opting for the new regime the taxpayer will have to forgo most tax deductions and exemptions that are available under the existing regime.
WHAT IS PERSONAL INCOME TAX RATE? Personal Income Tax Rate Personal income tax is a taxation system that the government imposes on income generated by individuals. By law, taxpayers must file an income tax return annually to determine their tax obligations. The revenues from here are an important source of income for the government of India. This type of income tax is levied on an individual s wages, salaries, and other types of income such as pensions, interest, and dividends. The benchmark India uses refers to the Top Marginal Tax Rate for individuals, including health and education cess on tax and surcharge.