Section 143(1) Intimation Explained: Refund, Demand and Next Steps
Received a Section 143(1) intimation? Understand CPC adjustments, refunds, tax demands, rectification, revised returns and the correct next step.
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How You Can Pay Zero Tax on a ₹14.65 Lakh Salary in FY 2026-27
Zero tax on a ₹14.65 lakh salary is real, but only if your employer contributes EPF on full basic salary. See the ₹7.5 lakh cap before relying on it.
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Filing ITR With Two Form 16s After a Job Switch
Changed jobs in FY 2025-26? See why combining two Form 16s can create a tax shortfall past the ₹12 lakh rebate threshold, and how to file it right.
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ESOP vs RSU Taxation in India 2026: Full Tax Comparison
Compare ESOP vs RSU taxation in India: perquisite tax, capital gains, TDS rules, and the new FAST-DS 2026 disclosure scheme, and everything on ESOP/RSU.
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HRA Exemption FY 2025-26: Rules, Calculation & New Regime
Calculate your HRA exemption under Section 10(13A) for FY 2025-26. Metro vs non-metro rules, the new tax regime impact, rent to parents, HRA with a home loan, and the documents you need. Free HRA calc
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ITR-U Updated Return India: Cost, Eligibility & Penalty Slabs (2025–26)
ITR-U lets you correct past returns up to 48 months after the Assessment Year. But it only works in one direction and can only be filed once. Understand the penalty slabs (25% to 70%), when you cannot
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How Is Dividend Income Taxed in India? Rates, TDS & Rules
Dividend income is taxable at your slab rate since FY 2020–21. Learn TDS rules (₹10,000 threshold), Section 57 deductions, foreign dividend reporting, IDCW tax treatment, and how to file correctly.
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REIT Taxation in India: How REIT Income and Capital Gains Are Taxed
Understand REIT taxation in India. Learn how dividend, interest, rent, repayment of debt, and capital gains from listed REITs are taxed, with simple examples.
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Income Tax for Senior Citizens in India: Benefits, Exemptions, and Old vs New Regime
Understand income tax rules for senior citizens in India, including old vs new tax regime, Section 80TTB, Section 80D, advance tax relief, and SCSS tax treatment.
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ETF Taxation in India 2026: Equity, Debt, Gold & Silver ETF Tax Rules Explained
Understand ETF taxation in India in 2026. Learn how equity, debt, gold, and silver ETFs are taxed, holding periods, LTCG, STCG, set-off rules, and key mistakes to avoid.
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Income Tax Portal Changes from April 1, 2026
From April 1, 2026, the Income Tax portal moves into the framework of the Income Tax Act, 2025. Know what changes for Tax Year, TDS/TCS corrections, and updated return filing.
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PAN rule changes in draft of Income-tax Rules 2026
Draft Income-tax Rules 2026 may change when PAN is required for cash deposits/withdrawals, vehicles, property, hotels, and insurance. Limits + examples.
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