Updated slabs from Budget 2025. Includes ₹75,000 standard deduction and Section 87A rebate (zero tax up to ₹12L taxable income).
| Income Slab | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹4,00,000 | Nil |
| ₹4L — ₹8L | 5% |
| ₹8L — ₹12L | 10% |
| ₹12L — ₹16L | 15% |
| ₹16L — ₹20L | 20% |
| ₹20L — ₹24L | 25% |
| Above ₹24L | 30% |
Std Deduction: ₹75K | 87A Rebate: Tax=₹0 if taxable ≤₹12L | Cess: 4%
Budget 2025 made income up to ₹12 lakh (taxable) completely tax-free through Section 87A rebate. With ₹75,000 standard deduction, anyone earning up to about ₹12.75 lakh gross salary pays zero tax. The new regime has lower rates but removes most deductions (80C, HRA, LTA, home loan interest).
It works better for people without significant investments in tax-saving instruments or home loans. If you have heavy deductions (80C + HRA + home loan = ₹4L+), the old regime may still save more — calculate both scenarios to be sure.
Related: Section 80C Guide, Old vs New Regime Comparison.