What this estimate uses
Annual basic salary + eligible DA, Annual HRA received, Annual rent paid, Residence.
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How much HRA could be exempt?
Estimate the least-of-three HRA exemption used under the old tax regime.
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Estimated HRA exemption
—How it works
A useful estimate, with the assumptions out in the open.
HRA exemption under the old regime is the lowest of actual HRA, rent paid minus 10% of eligible salary, and 50% of eligible salary in a metro or 40% elsewhere.
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How is HRA exemption calculated for metro and non-metro cities?
Enter your own values above to estimate HRA exemption from salary, rent paid, HRA received, and metro status. The live result separates the most important totals so you can compare scenarios before making a decision.
Important assumption
HRA exemption under the old regime is the lowest of actual HRA, rent paid minus 10% of eligible salary, and 50% of eligible salary in a metro or 40% elsewhere.
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