Income Heads

Understand how income is classified for tax computation.

Income Heads

Five heads under which income is computed

Income from Salary

Income Heads

Includes salary, pension and taxable perquisites after eligible exemptions. A standard deduction is available as per chosen regime.

Income from House Property

Income Heads

Computed as annual value minus municipal taxes and standard deduction. Interest deduction allowed per rules; self‑occupied may show a loss within limits.

Business or Profession

Income Heads

Profits after allowable expenses and depreciation. Presumptive options u/s 44AD/44ADA/44AE may be available subject to limits and conditions.

Capital Gains

Income Heads

Gains from transfer of capital assets; classified by holding period into STCG/LTCG with distinct tax rates and exemptions.

Other Sources

Income Heads

Residual head covering items not taxed elsewhere, such as dividends, interest, family pension and taxable gifts.