Provident Funds (PF) PF stands for Provident Fund, a mandatory savings scheme in India for employees and employers. It aims at ensuring financial security for employees after their retirement. It also includes contributions from both the employee and employer towards a dedicated provident fund account. Overview of the Public Provident Fund: Purpose:The primary goal of… Read More »
Tax deduction for PF under 80C Tax deduction for PF under 80C: Absolutely, contributions made by an individual towards the Provident Fund (PF) are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act. In a financial year, the maximum deduction allowed under Section 80C is Rs. 1.5 lakh, which includes contributions made… Read More »
Pension scheme According to section 80C of the Income Tax Act, individuals have the opportunity to save up to Rs. 1.5 lakh in a financial year by investing in Pension scheme like the National Pension System (NPS) or Employee Provident Fund (EPF). This investment amount is eligible for deduction from the individual’s taxable income, effectively… Read More »
Payments under the National Pension Scheme The National Pension System (NPS) is a pension system regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). It provides two types of accounts: Tier I and Tier II. To make payments under the National Pension Scheme, follow these steps: 1.Open an NPS account: Visit a Point of… Read More »