HRA Exemption Calculator
Enter your basic salary, HRA and rent to see the exempt part of your HRA. It uses the lowest of the three standard amounts and shows each one.
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The exemption is the lowest of the three amounts. It applies under the old tax regime only.
How it works
- 01Enter your basic salary and HRA.
- 02Enter the rent you pay and choose metro or not.
- 03Read the exempt and taxable HRA.
Tips and common mistakes
The exemption is the lowest of three amounts
It is the least of the HRA you actually receive, the rent you pay minus 10% of your basic salary, and a share of basic salary, which is 50% in metro cities and 40% elsewhere. The list of metro cities comes from the tax rules, so check the current list.
Keep rent receipts and the landlord's details
Employers usually ask for rent receipts, and for the landlord's PAN if the yearly rent is above Rs 1 lakh. HRA exemption mainly applies under the old tax regime.
Guides for this tool
Questions
Does HRA exemption apply to every taxpayer?
It applies under the old tax regime only, and you must pay rent.
Is my file uploaded to a server?
No. Everything happens inside your browser on your own device. Your files are never sent to us or anyone else.
Is it free?
Yes. It is free to use, with no signup, no watermark and no daily limit.