Old vs New Tax Regime Calculator
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the best tax regime based on your investments.
Only applicable for the Old Regime. New regime removes these.
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New Regime is better for you!
You will save ₹45,500 annually.
Old Tax Regime
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How This is Calculated (Formula Transparency)
Computes total deductions under Old Regime (80C + 80D + HRA + Home Loan Interest + ₹50k Standard Deduction) and compares it with New Regime (₹75k Standard Deduction only). Matches both against their respective tax brackets.
Worked Example Case Study
Scenario: Salary ₹10,00,000, 80C ₹1,50,000, 80D ₹25,000, HRA exemption ₹1,00,000.
Detailed Calculation: Old Taxable: ₹10L - ₹50k (Std) - ₹1.5L (80C) - ₹25k (80D) - ₹1L (HRA) = ₹6.75L. Tax = ₹47,500 + 4% cess. New Taxable: ₹10L - ₹75k (Std) = ₹9.25L. Tax = ₹42,500 + 4% cess.
Assumptions & Rules
- Deductions like 80C, 80D, Section 24 (Home Loan Interest), and HRA are eligible only under the Old Regime.
- Standard deduction is ₹75,000 for New Regime and ₹50,000 for Old Regime.
- Calculations are compliant with laws and rates as of FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27).
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