In India, income is calculated based on different parameters like in the case of an individual assessee income is calculated based on his age group. In this post, we will discuss the Income Tax Slab For AY 2021-22 For Individual Old Tax Regime.
Income Tax Slab For AY 2021-22
For AY 2021-22, individuals and HUF will have an option for computation of its income tax liability as per provision of section 115BAC and if they opt for this section, a new tax rate will be applicable and if they do not opt for section 115BAC, the existing tax rate will be applicable.
Here you find the chart of Income Tax Slab For AY 2021-22 For Individual Old Tax Regime.
Income Tax Slab For AY 2021-22 For Individual Old Tax Regime
| Income Tax slab | The income Tax rate for individuals (Age below 60 years) & HUF |
|---|---|
| up to Rs. 250000 | NIL- No Tax |
| Rs. 250000 to Rs. 500000 | 5 % of total income exceeding Rs. 250000 |
| Rs. 500001 to Rs. 1000000 | Rs. 12500 + 20% of total income exceeding Rs. 500000 |
| Above Rs. 1000000 | Rs. 112500 + 30% of total income exceeding Rs. 1000000 |
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Tax slab for Senior Citizen
| Income Tax slab | The income Tax rate for Senior citizens |
|---|---|
| is up to Rs. 300000 | NIL- No Tax |
| Rs. 300000 to Rs. 500000 | 5 % of total income exceeding Rs. 300000 |
| Rs. 500001 to Rs. 1000000 | Rs. 10000 + 20% of total income exceeding Rs. 500000 |
| Above Rs. 1000000 | Rs. 110000 + 30% of total income exceeding Rs. 1000000 |
Tax slab for a Super Senior Citizen
| Income Tax slab | The income Tax rate for Super Senior citizens |
|---|---|
| is up to Rs. 500000 | NIL- No Tax |
| Rs. 500001 to Rs. 1000000 | 20% of total income exceeding Rs. 500000 |
| Above Rs. 1000000 | Rs. 100000 + 30% of total income exceeding Rs. 1000000 |
Note 1:- An additional 4% health & education cess will apply to the tax amount calculates as above.
Note 2:- A tax rebate under section 87A is allowed to individual taxpayers (Age 60 or 60 + but below 80 years) for a maximum amount of Rs. 10,000 if the total income is up to Rs. 500000 for FY 2020-21.
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Note 3:- The surcharge over the tax calculated will be charged (subject to marginal relief) as per the below table-
| Income Limit | Surcharge rate on the amount of Income Tax |
|---|---|
| Net income exceeds Rs. 50 Lakhs but does not exceed Rs. 1 Crore | 10% |
| Net Income exceeds Rs. 1 Crore but does not exceed Rs. 2 Crore | 15% |
| Net Income exceeds Rs. 2 Crore but does not exceed Rs. 5 Crore | 25% |
| Net Income exceeds Rs. 5 Crore | 37% |
Must Read- Standard Deduction for AY 2021-22 for Salaried Individuals.
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Compiled by- CA Chirag Agarwal (Practicing Chartered Accountants)