Income Tax News & CBDT Circulars (FY 2026-27 / AY 2027-28)

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Official verified updates on Direct Tax notifications issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT): implementation of the revised New Tax Regime slabs, enhanced ₹75,000 standard deduction, Section 80CCD(2) parity, and electronic filing guidelines.

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Published: 1st April 2026•Last Updated: 15th August 2026•Last Reviewed: 15th August 2026

Key Statutory Highlights (FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28))

New Tax Regime standard deduction of ₹75,000 active for salaried taxpayers and pensioners.

Section 156 tax rebate full tax exemption threshold of ₹12,00,000 taxable income under FY 2026-27 rules (effective zero tax up to ₹12.75L gross salary).

Section 80CCD(2) employer NPS contribution parity established at 14% across both government and private sector employees in both tax regimes.

CASS Scrutiny selection guidelines streamlined to reduce subjective officer discretion under Faceless Assessment.

Who is Eligible & When Does it Apply?

Applicability #1

All individual, corporate, and non-corporate direct taxpayers in India.

Step-by-Step Procedure & Compliance Roadmap

Review Official Notification Circular

Verify CBDT circular number on incometax.gov.in before taking action.

Adjust Payroll & Estimated Tax Liability

Update advance tax calculations to reflect newly notified tax slabs.

Mandatory Documents Checklist

CBDT Circular text, Income Tax e-filing portal alerts

Common Mistakes & Compliance Risks to Avoid

•Relying on unverified social media tax rumors instead of official CBDT circulars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I verify official income tax notifications?

All official Direct Tax circulars and notifications are published directly on www.incometax.gov.in under the 'Circulars and Notifications' section.

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