Income Tax Slab FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25)
Updated: 3 June 2026 | Budget 2023 | Historical Reference
FY 2023-24 new regime slabs: 0-3L: 0%, 3-6L: 5%, 6-9L: 10%, 9-12L: 15%, 12-15L: 20%, above 15L: 30%. 87A rebate ₹25,000 → zero tax if income ≤ ₹7L. New regime became default from FY 2023-24. Old regime: 0-2.5L: 0%, 2.5-5L: 5%, 5-10L: 20%, 10L+: 30%.
₹7L
Zero tax if income ≤ ₹7 lakh under new regime (FY 2023-24) — 87A rebate ₹25,000.
With ₹50,000 standard deduction: gross salary up to ₹7.5L = zero tax in new regime.
With ₹50,000 standard deduction: gross salary up to ₹7.5L = zero tax in new regime.
FY 2023-24 Slabs — New vs Old Regime
New Regime (Default)
Up to ₹3,00,0000%
₹3L – ₹6L5%
₹6L – ₹9L10%
₹9L – ₹12L15%
₹12L – ₹15L20%
Above ₹15L30%
87A Rebate: ₹25,000 (income ≤ ₹7L)
Std deduction: ₹50,000
Std deduction: ₹50,000
Old Regime (Opt-in required)
Up to ₹2,50,0000%
₹2.5L – ₹5L5%
₹5L – ₹10L20%
Above ₹10L30%
87A Rebate: ₹12,500 (income ≤ ₹5L)
Std deduction: ₹50,000
All deductions: 80C, HRA, Sec 24...
Std deduction: ₹50,000
All deductions: 80C, HRA, Sec 24...
FY 2023-24 vs FY 2024-25 vs FY 2025-26 — Comparison
| Feature | FY 2023-24 | FY 2024-25 | FY 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nil slab (new regime) | 0-3L | 0-3L | 0-4L |
| 87A rebate limit | ₹7L | ₹7L | ₹12L |
| 87A rebate amount | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹60,000 |
| Standard deduction (new) | ₹50,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹75,000 |
| Zero tax up to (salary) | ₹7.5L | ₹7.75L | ₹12.75L |
| Top slab start | ₹15L | ₹15L | ₹24L |
Tax Calculation Examples — FY 2023-24 New Regime
| Gross Salary | Taxable Income | Tax Before Rebate | Tax Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹5,00,000 | ₹4,50,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹0 (87A rebate) |
| ₹7,50,000 | ₹7,00,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹0 (87A rebate) |
| ₹8,00,000 | ₹7,50,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,500 + 4% cess = ₹28,600 |
| ₹10,00,000 | ₹9,50,000 | ₹37,500 | ₹37,500 + cess = ₹39,000 |
| ₹12,00,000 | ₹11,50,000 | ₹65,000 | ₹65,000 + cess = ₹67,600 |
| ₹15,00,000 | ₹14,50,000 | ₹1,12,500 | ₹1,17,000 |
| ₹20,00,000 | ₹19,50,000 | ₹2,62,500 | ₹2,73,000 |
Budget 2023 Key Changes (Effective FY 2023-24)
| What Changed | Before (FY 2022-23) | After (FY 2023-24) |
|---|---|---|
| New regime | Optional, higher rates | Default regime; revised lower slabs |
| 87A rebate | ₹12,500 for ≤₹5L | ₹25,000 for ≤₹7L |
| Standard deduction (new regime) | Not available | ₹50,000 extended |
| Surcharge >₹5Cr | 37% | 25% (new regime only) |
| Family pension deduction | Only old regime | ₹15,000 in new regime too |
| Leave encashment exemption | ₹3 lakh | ₹25 lakh (non-govt employees) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the income tax slabs for FY 2023-24 under the new regime?
New tax regime slabs for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) — revised in Budget 2023: 0 to ₹3 lakh: Nil; ₹3L to ₹6L: 5%; ₹6L to ₹9L: 10%; ₹9L to ₹12L: 15%; ₹12L to ₹15L: 20%; Above ₹15L: 30%. Section 87A rebate: ₹25,000 for income up to ₹7 lakh — zero tax if total income ≤ ₹7L. Standard deduction ₹50,000 extended to new regime from FY 2023-24. New regime became default from FY 2023-24 — old regime requires explicit opt-in.
What are the old regime slabs for FY 2023-24?
Old tax regime slabs for FY 2023-24: 0 to ₹2.5 lakh: Nil; ₹2.5L to ₹5L: 5%; ₹5L to ₹10L: 20%; Above ₹10L: 30%. Section 87A rebate: ₹12,500 for income up to ₹5 lakh. Standard deduction: ₹50,000. All deductions available: 80C (₹1.5L), 80D (health insurance), HRA, LTA, home loan interest (Sec 24), etc. Senior citizens (60-80 yrs): basic exemption ₹3L. Super senior (80+): basic exemption ₹5L.
What changed in the new tax regime in Budget 2023 for FY 2023-24?
Budget 2023 made major changes to the new regime: (1) New regime became DEFAULT — taxpayers must actively opt for old regime; (2) Slabs revised — 5% slab starts at ₹3L (was ₹2.5L), new slabs added up to ₹15L; (3) 87A rebate increased to ₹25,000 for income ≤ ₹7L (was ₹12,500 for ≤₹5L); (4) Standard deduction of ₹50,000 extended to new regime (was only old regime before); (5) Family pension deduction ₹15,000 also available in new regime; (6) Surcharge on income above ₹5 crore reduced from 37% to 25% under new regime.
Which regime was better for FY 2023-24 — new or old?
General guideline for FY 2023-24: New regime better if: Total deductions (80C + HRA + home loan interest + all others) < ₹3.75L for ₹15L income; limited investments; no home loan; renting with modest HRA. Old regime better if: You have ₹1.5L 80C investments + HRA + home loan interest — easily crossing ₹3-4L in deductions; high rent in metro cities (large HRA exemption); interest on home loan (Sec 24: up to ₹2L). Calculate both before deciding. ITR filing deadline for FY 2023-24: July 31, 2024.
What is the deadline for filing ITR for FY 2023-24 and is revised return still possible?
ITR filing for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25): Original deadline was July 31, 2024. Belated ITR deadline: December 31, 2024 (with late fee ₹1,000 if income ≤ ₹5L; ₹5,000 if income >₹5L). Revised return deadline: December 31, 2024. Updated return (ITR-U under Section 139(8A)): Can file until March 31, 2027 (3 years from end of AY 2024-25 = AY 2024-25 ends March 2025, so until March 2027) — with additional tax 25%/50% of tax + interest. If you missed FY 2023-24 ITR, file ITR-U now.
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