Standard deduction
A flat amount cut from your salary before tax, with no proof needed.
The standard deduction is a fixed amount subtracted from your salary before tax is calculated, and you do not need to show any bills or proof for it. For FY2025-26 it is 75,000 rupees under the new regime and 50,000 under the old. These figures can change each Budget, so confirm the current amount on incometax.gov.in.
Questions people ask
How much is the standard deduction for FY2025-26?
₹75,000 under the new tax regime and ₹50,000 under the old, for salaried people and pensioners. The figure can change each Budget, so confirm the current amount on incometax.gov.in.
Do I need bills to claim the standard deduction?
No. It is a flat amount cut from your salary automatically, with no proof, bills or investment required. That is what makes it the simplest tax benefit.
Is the standard deduction available in the new regime?
Yes. Unlike most deductions, the standard deduction applies under both regimes, at ₹75,000 in the new regime and ₹50,000 in the old.
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