This blog delves into the strategic methods allowing salaried professionals to pay nil income tax on a ₹19 lakh annual salary under India's New Tax Regime (effective FY 2024-25). It outlines how leveraging increased basic exemption limits, the enhanced Section 87A rebate, standard deductions, employer's NPS contributions, and smart flexi-pay salary structuring can lead to a tax-free income, complete with illustrative calculations and actionable steps.

Analyzes the feasibility of achieving zero income tax on 19.2 lakh earnings under India's new tax regime (FY 2025-26 / Section 115BAC). Details the regime's rules, standard tax calculation, and debunks the zero-tax claim by highlighting the reliance on disallowed deductions (HRA, LTA, flexi-allowances). Concludes it's unrealistic for most salaried individuals

A ground-breaking tax reform was proposed in Budget 2025, offering companies with yearly sales up to 2 crores a 0% tax rate. This policy lessens the regulatory obligations for professionals, startups, and MSMEs by aligning with the presumptive taxation regime under Sections 44AD and 44ADA. For the benefit of small enterprises throughout India, the project seeks to increase entrepreneurship, simplify tax compliance, and encourage digital transactions.

The 2025 Budget is expected to bring transformative tax benefits for senior citizens, increasing the exemption limit to ₹5 lakh and introducing zero tax liability on income up to ₹10 lakh under the old tax regime. These changes aim to enhance financial stability, encourage savings, and simplify tax compliance for senior citizens.