Gratuity up to ₹20 lakh is tax-free over your whole career. This guide covers the 15/26 formula, covered vs not-covered rules, the lifetime limit, and what changed under the Code on Social Security, 2020.
ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) invests at least 80% in shares, gives up to ₹1.5 lakh deduction under Section 123 (old 80C) in the old regime, and locks each instalment for 3 years. This guide covers SIP vs lump sum, ELSS vs PPF vs NPS, and tax on returns.
HSN code list for GST (2026): what an HSN code is, how many digits your invoice needs (4 or 6), how to find your product’s code on the GST portal, and a table of common HSN codes with current GST rates.
Q2 TDS statements for July-September 2026 are due 31 October 2026. Which form to file, the Rs 200/day late fee, and the new form numbers under the 2025 Act.
GSTR-3B September 2026: monthly filers due 20 Oct, QRMP filers 22 or 24 Oct by state group. 20 Oct is Dussehra – but the statutory date is not extended.
CBDT extended the tax audit report deadline to 21 Oct 2026 and audit-case ITR to 21 Nov 2026. Who is covered, which forms apply, and what happens if you miss it.
194C vs 194J explained: 1%/2% TDS on contractor payments, 10%/2% on professional and technical fees, Rs 50,000 threshold from April 2025, and the new Section 393 payment codes from April 2026.
HRA exemption = lowest of HRA received, rent minus 10% of salary, or 50%/40% of salary. Old regime only. Formula, worked example, rent-to-parents rules, PAN limit and the new 8-city list from FY 2026-27.
Rental income is taxed under Income from House Property. Learn the GAV to NAV calculation, 30% standard deduction, home-loan interest rules, loss set-off, TDS and old vs new regime differences.
Link PAN with Aadhaar online in minutes: check status, pay the ₹1,000 fee under Section 430, and fix an inoperative PAN. Step-by-step guide for 2026.