It is that time of the year when the rush to save tax* begins. Searching for the right option can be a complicated and dull task, which most of us just want to get done with.
But did you know that investing in the right option can give you more than just tax saving? Life insurance is one such option that provides you with a life cover**, helps you Save Tax* & Get More!
LIFE INSURANCE GIVES YOU THE TAX PLUS BENEFIT
Tax benefits offered under the Income Tax Act, 1961:
Section 80C:
You can get tax benefits up to 46,800/-* on premiums paid under Section 80C. This deduction under Section 80C* from taxable income can be claimed for an Individual or a HUF.
Section 10(10D):
- 1/3rd of the payment that you receive under the pension plan at the time of retirement is also tax-free*. This is known as commutation.
Please refer to the table below to view the details of plans eligible under Section 80CCC of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and under Section 10(10A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961
Section 80D:
- You can get tax benefits of up to 7,800/-* on health insurance premiums paid for Accelerated Critical Illness benefit@ on ICICI Pru iProtect Smart - Life & Health option and All-in-one option under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Please refer to the table below to view the details of plans eligible under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Sections | Product | Category | Available Online |
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Section 80D | ICICI Pru iProtect Smart | Term Plan with Health option | Yes - Buy now |
Section 80CCC:
You can get tax benefits on premium paid up to 1,50,000/- towards pension/retirement policies. However, if you surrender the plan, the pension/annuity received will be taxed as per the existing tax laws.
Section 10(10A):
- 1/3rd of the payment that you receive at the time of retirement is also tax*-free. This is known as commutation.
Section 80CCE:
- Under this section, the overall limit of deduction from taxable income to get tax benefits under Sections 80C, 80CCC and 80CCD(1) is
1,50,000/- . Section 80CCE is not a separate deduction. The maximum limit for deduction under Sections 80C,80CCC & 80CCD is a total of1,50,000/-.