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 »
Public Provident Fund(PPF) The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a long-term savings and investment scheme introduced by the Indian government. It is one of the most popular and tax-efficient savings options available to Indian residents. Overview of the Public Provident Fund: 1. Purpose: PPF is design to encourage small savings and long-term wealth… Read More »
Benefits of Tax Planning Benefits of tax planning, Tax planning offers substantial benefits that can vary depending on individual circumstances, leading to a diverse range of potential advantages. Here are some commonly observed benefits of engaging in tax planning: Reduced Tax Liability: One of the main benefits of tax planning is the ability to… Read More »
Tax planning is necessary Tax planning is necessary for several reasons: Minimize Tax Liability: Effective tax planning allows individuals and businesses to legally reduce their tax liability. By taking advantage of available deductions, exemptions, credits, and incentives, you can optimize your tax position and potentially lower the amount of taxes you owe. Increase Tax… Read More »
How do I find out my UAN number from my PAN The UAN (Universal Account Number) is a unique identification number assigned by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) of India exclusively to each account holder. If your UAN is not linked to your PAN in any way. Therefore, you cannot find out your UAN… Read More »
Advantages of EPF and EPS Advantages of EPF and EPS, The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) are social security schemes designed to provide financial security to employees during retirement or in the event of their unfortunate demise. These schemes offer several benefits, including: Retirement benefits: Upon retirement, employees receive a… 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 »