{"id":15855,"date":"2025-04-22T08:25:21","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T08:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lxme.in\/?p=15855"},"modified":"2025-04-22T08:25:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T08:25:26","slug":"easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Tips for Salaried Employees to Reduce Their Taxes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#What_is_Tax_Planning\" >What is Tax Planning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#Understanding_Income_Tax_Slabs_for_FY_2025-26\" >Understanding Income Tax Slabs for FY 2025-26<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#New_Tax_Regime_Default\" >New Tax Regime (Default)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#Old_Tax_Regime\" >Old Tax Regime<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li 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href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#FAQ\" >FAQ:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#_How_can_salaried_employees_leverage_deductions_and_exemptions_to_lower_tax_liability\" >\u00a0How can salaried employees leverage deductions and exemptions to lower tax liability?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#Which_tax-saving_investment_strategies_prove_most_effective_for_employees\" >Which tax-saving investment strategies prove most effective for employees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#_How_does_careful_financial_planning_contribute_to_overall_tax_reduction\" >\u00a0How does careful financial planning contribute to overall tax reduction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/v1\/easy-tips-for-salaried-employees-to-reduce-their-taxes\/#How_can_salaried_women_structure_their_salary_for_better_tax_efficiency\" >How can salaried women structure their salary for better tax efficiency?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re saving for a solo trip, building your emergency fund, or investing in your child\u2019s education, smart tax planning tips for salaried employees can help you keep more of your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s break it down in simple terms&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Tax_Planning\"><\/span>What is Tax Planning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tax planning means organising your income, savings, and expenses smartly so you pay less tax\u2014but in a legal and structured way. It\u2019s not just about saving money, but also about maximising benefits that the Income Tax Act already gives you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For salaried women in India, tax planning tips for salaried employees aren\u2019t just smart\u2014they\u2019re essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Income_Tax_Slabs_for_FY_2025-26\"><\/span>Understanding Income Tax Slabs for FY 2025-26<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right tax regime is your first and most important tax-saving decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Tax_Regime_Default\"><\/span><strong>New Tax Regime (Default)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Annual Income (\u20b9)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tax Rate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Up to \u20b94,00,000<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b94,00,001 \u2013 \u20b98,00,000<\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b98,00,001 \u2013 \u20b912,00,000<\/td><td>10%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b912,00,001 \u2013 \u20b916,00,000<\/td><td>15%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b916,00,001 \u2013 \u20b920,00,000<\/td><td>20%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b920,00,001 \u2013 \u20b924,00,000<\/td><td>25%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Above \u20b924,00,000<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard Deduction:<\/strong> \u20b975,000 for salaried individuals.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rebate under Section 87A:<\/strong> Up to \u20b960,000 for incomes up to \u20b912,00,000, effectively making income up to \u20b912,75,000 tax-free when combined with the standard deduction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Old_Tax_Regime\"><\/span><strong>Old Tax Regime<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Annual Income (\u20b9)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tax Rate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Up to \u20b92,50,000<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b92,50,001 \u2013 \u20b95,00,000<\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u20b95,00,001 \u2013 \u20b910,00,000<\/td><td>20%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Above \u20b910,00,000<\/td><td>30%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard Deduction:<\/strong> \u20b950,000 for salaried individuals.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rebate under Section 87A:<\/strong> Up to \u20b912,500 for incomes up to \u20b95,00,000.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deductions_and_Exemptions_%E2%80%93_What_You_Can_Claim\"><\/span>Deductions and Exemptions \u2013 What You Can Claim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a comparison of popular tax deductions and their availability under the <strong>Old<\/strong> and <strong>New<\/strong> regimes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Dedication_Availability_Table\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;Dedication Availability Table<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Deduction\/Exemption<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Old Regime<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>New Regime<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard Deduction (Salaried\/Pensioners)<\/td><td>\u20b950,000<\/td><td>\u20b975,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 80C (EPF, PPF, ELSS, LIC, etc.)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 80D (Health Insurance)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 80E (Education Loan Interest)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 80GG (Rent Paid, No HRA)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Leave Travel Allowance (LTA)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NPS (Section 80CCD(1B)) \u2013 Additional \u20b950,000<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reimbursements (Food, Phone, Uniform, etc.)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Clearly, if you\u2019re claiming multiple deductions, the old regime is often more beneficial.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Tax_Saving_Tips_for_Salaried_Employees\"><\/span>Top Tax Saving Tips for Salaried Employees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Section 80C to Its Fullest<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Invest up to \u20b91.5 lakh in these most common options.:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>EPF<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public Provident Fund (PPF)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ELSS (Equity-linked mutual funds)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Life Insurance Premium<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home Loan Principal<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lxme Tip: <\/strong>ELSS offers the dual benefit of tax-saving strategies for taxpayers and high growth potential. You can check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lxme<\/a> app, which offers <a href=\"https:\/\/lxme.in\/invest\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">investment plans for women<\/a>. You can check out the<a href=\"https:\/\/lxme.onelink.me\/95JV\/mymoneytab74\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Lxme Tax Saving Portfolio<\/a>, an ELSS fund that is well-researched and curated by experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Buy Health Insurance \u2013 Section 80D<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Claim deductions for premiums paid:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Self, Spouse &amp; Children: Up to \u20b925,000<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents (under 60): \u20b925,000<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents (above 60): \u20b950,000<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preventive Health Check-up: \u20b95,000 (included)<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Claim House Rent with HRA<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in rented accommodation, you can claim HRA exemption under Section 10(13A). Formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Actual HRA received<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50% of basic salary (metro) \/ 40% (non-metro)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rent paid \u2013 10% of salary<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Whichever is least is exempt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>For employees not receiving HRA, deductions under Section 80GG are available.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Education Loan Wisely \u2013 Section 80E<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Repaying a study loan? You can claim <strong>full deduction on the interest<\/strong> for up to <strong>8 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Retirement Planning with NPS<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Use Section 80CCD:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u20b91.5 lakh under 80C<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra \u20b950,000 under 80CCD(1B)<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for long-term savings with tax benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Claim LTA (Leave Travel Allowance)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel within India? Expenses for tickets (train\/flight) can be claimed for two trips in a 4-year block. <strong>The exemption covers travel by rail, air, or public transport.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_New_in_FY_2025-26\"><\/span>What\u2019s New in FY 2025-26?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Section 87A Rebate (New Regime)<\/strong>: As mentioned earlier, you can now claim a <strong>rebate up to \u20b960,000<\/strong> if your <strong>total income is up to \u20b912,00,000<\/strong>\u2014effectively making income up to <strong>\u20b912,75,000 tax-free<\/strong> (when combined with the standard deduction).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New Regime is the Default<\/strong>: If you prefer the old tax regime with deductions like 80C and 80D, you must <strong>opt out for it while filing your return<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Regime_is_Better_for_You\"><\/span>Which Regime is Better for You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you claiming multiple deductions under 80C, 80D, HRA, etc.?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t want to track investments and deductions?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Use an <strong>Income Tax Calculator<\/strong> to estimate both options before filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply, <em>Claiming many deductions? The old regime may still be better.<\/em><em><br><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Prefer a hassle-free process without tracking investments? The new regime could be more convenient.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don\u2019t decide blindly\u2014<strong>compare both options before filing!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tip_File_Your_ITR_on_Time\"><\/span>Pro Tip: File Your ITR on Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Timely filing helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid late fees (\u20b91,000\u2013\u20b95,000)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claim refunds faster<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a clean financial record (important for loans and visas)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ladies, don\u2019t let tax season feel overwhelming. With a little planning (and maybe the Lxme community), you can <strong>save thousands or even lakhs<\/strong> every year. Know your slab, compare regimes, and make use of all the deductions you\u2019re eligible for.So next time your salary comes in, you can say:<br><strong>\u201cI saved smart\u2014and spent smarter.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1744970512093\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_How_can_salaried_employees_leverage_deductions_and_exemptions_to_lower_tax_liability\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0How can salaried employees leverage deductions and exemptions to lower tax liability?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>\u00a0By investing under sections like 80C, 80D, and claiming deductions like HRA, LTA, and standard deduction, salaried employees can significantly reduce their taxable income in old tax regime.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1744970591506\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_tax-saving_investment_strategies_prove_most_effective_for_employees\"><\/span><strong>Which tax-saving investment strategies prove most effective for employees?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Investments in PPF, ELSS, NPS, and health insurance under sections 80C, 80D, and 80CCD are among the most effective <strong>income tax saving strategies<\/strong> for salaried women.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1744970629856\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_How_does_careful_financial_planning_contribute_to_overall_tax_reduction\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0How does careful financial planning contribute to overall tax reduction?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Early planning allows strategic investments, better financial control, and maximising eligible deductions \u2014 all leading to smarter and more efficient tax outcomes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1744970693398\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_salaried_women_structure_their_salary_for_better_tax_efficiency\"><\/span><strong>How can salaried women structure their salary for better tax efficiency?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Negotiate for components like HRA, LTA, reimbursements, and explore salary structuring with your HR to maximize tax saving strategies for high-income earners.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  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