🏠 HRA Exemption Calculator
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If you live in rented accommodation and receive House Rent Allowance as part of your salary, a portion of it can be tax-free — but only under the old tax regime. The exempt amount is the LOWEST of these three:
- Actual HRA received from your employer
- Rent paid minus 10% of salary (Basic + DA)
- 50% of salary in a metro (Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai) or 40% elsewhere
Whatever HRA remains above the exempt portion is added to your taxable income.
Documents you need
Rent receipts (and the landlord's PAN if yearly rent exceeds ₹1 lakh). If you pay rent to your parents, it's legal — but they must actually receive the money and show it in their income.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I claim HRA in the new tax regime?
- No. HRA exemption is available only under the old tax regime. In the new regime, HRA is fully taxable.
- Can I claim HRA if I live in my own house?
- No — HRA exemption requires actually paying rent for the home you live in.
- Can I pay rent to my parents and claim HRA?
- Yes, if the arrangement is genuine: pay by bank transfer, keep rent receipts, and your parents must declare the rent as income.
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⚠️ This calculator is for educational and estimation purposes only and is not tax advice. Tax rules change — confirm with a chartered accountant or the official Income Tax portal before filing.