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Old vs New Tax Regime Comparison

Enter your salary once — see old and new regime tax side by side with a clear verdict.

Last updated: June 2026

Based on Indian tax/labour law — Income Tax FY 2026-27

⚖️ Both regimes are nearly equal (₹0 difference). New Regime is simpler — consider it for ease of filing.
Old RegimeNew Regime
Gross Salary₹8,00,000₹8,00,000
Standard Deduction₹50,000₹75,000
HRA Exemption₹1,28,000₹0
80C Deductions₹1,50,000₹0
80D (Health Insurance)₹25,000₹0
Other Deductions₹0₹0
Total Deductions₹3,53,000₹75,000
Taxable Income₹4,47,000₹7,25,000
Tax (before cess)₹0₹0
87A Rebate₹9,850₹16,250
Health + Ed Cess (4%)₹0₹0
Total Tax₹0₹0
Monthly Tax₹0₹0

HRA exemption is calculated as the minimum of: (1) Actual HRA received, (2) Rent paid minus 10% of basic salary, (3) 50%/40% of basic salary. HRA exemption is not available under the New Regime. Basic assumed at 40% of gross for HRA calculation.

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About Old vs New Tax Regime Comparison

Our free Old vs New Tax Regime Comparison tool calculates tax under both regimes side by side — enter your salary once and see HRA, 80C, 80D, and standard deduction impact instantly.

Unlike single-regime calculators, this tool gives a clear verdict on which regime saves you more money for FY 2026-27.

Results update in real time as you type. No signup, no ads — privacy-first tax comparison for salaried employees in India.

Read the full guide: Old vs new tax regime comparison India 2026

When Should You Use Tax Regime Comparison?

Regime selection

Decide old vs new regime before submitting Form 12BB to HR.

HRA impact

See how HRA exemption affects old regime tax vs zero under new regime.

80C planning

Understand whether your ₹1.5L 80C investments justify staying on old regime.

Break-even analysis

Find at what income level new regime starts winning for your profile.

ITR filing prep

Confirm optimal regime before filing your return.

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