- Salaries received from employment are taxable under the head "income from salaries". This includes basic pay, bonuses, commissions, allowances, perks provided by the employer, and retirement benefits like pension and gratuity (subject to exemptions).
- Certain allowances and benefits are fully or partially tax exempt such as leave travel concession, medical reimbursements, rent free accommodation, interest free loans, etc. as per specified limits and conditions.
- The valuation and tax treatment of various types of non-monetary perquisites like cars, household employees, education, etc. is explained based on factors like employee category, location, and actual usage.
- Common deductions available from salary income include standard deduction,