EXTRA TAX SAVING UNDER Sec 80D of Income Tax Act

For financial year 2015-16 – Deduction for self and family is raised from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000. The deduction for senior citizens is raised from Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000. For un-insured super senior citizens (more than 80 years old) medical expenditure incurred up to Rs 30,000 shall be allowed as a deduction under section 80D. However, total deduction for health insurance premium and medical expenses for parents shall be limited to Rs 30,000.

   In case the payment of medical insurance premium is paid by the assesse for himself, spouse, dependent children – Rs. 25,000. In case, the person  insured is a Senior Citizen, the deduction allowed should be Rs. 30,000.  

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