A Brief Guide About The Section 80ee: Eligibility, Purpose, And Differences

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Yes, there is no restriction for filing deductions under Section 24 and 80EE at the same time. If you meet the criteria for both sections, you can enjoy the benefits of both.
To keep it simple, if you availed Rs. 2 lakhs under Section 24(b) for the interest paid on your home loan, you can go for Section 80EE to get additional benefits up to Rs. 50,000.
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Section 80EE of the Internal Revenue Code allows first-time home buyers to avail tax benefits on the interest amount on their mortgages for up to Rs. 50,000.
Who is eligible for Section 80EE?
However, the following entities are not eligible to seek benefits under this section:
-Hindu Undivided Families (HUF)
-Association of Persons (AOP)
-Trusts
-Companies
Moreover, the buyer does not have to reside in the property to claim the deduction.
Documents Required for Claiming Section 80EE Deduction
The following list of documents is not required to be uploaded while you are filing ITR. However, it is important to keep them ready in case the IT department seeks clarification for any enquiry.
Other Conditions to Qualify for Section 80EE Deductions
What is the purpose of Section 80EE?
Section 80EE provides home loan tax benefits. The deductions, by the former finance minister P. Chidambaram, were initiated to support individuals with low-income to get tax relief while applying for home loans. The section presents a yearly deduction of a maximum of Rs. 50,000 on the home loan interest amount.
How to claim tax deductions under Section 80EE?
To avail benefits covered by Section 80EE deduction, you can fill the allotted field in your IT returns specifying the interest paid in FY 2016-17. You would also need to update documents from your lender stating the interest and principal amount of the loan along with the amount paid to date. Home buyers can follow these steps to understand how they can seek home loan interest tax benefits:
What is the difference between 80EE and 80EEA deduction?
Section 80EEA was introduced in FY 2019-20, which replaced section 80EE. Both Section 80EE and 80EEA are applicable for first-time home buyers. Here is a description of the elements that distinguish Section 80EE from Section 80EEA.
Section 80EE
Section 80EEA
Pertinent to home loans granted in FY2013-14, FY 2014-15, FY 2016-17.
Pertinent to home loans granted in FY 2020-21, FY2021-22.
Maximum Deduction up to Rs. 50, 000 on the interest amount.
Maximum deduction up to Rs. 1, 50, 000 on the interest amount.
The purchased property’s value must be less than Rs. 50 Lakhs. Also, the loan amount must be less than Rs. 35 Lakhs.
The purchased property’s carpet area must be less than or equal to 60 square meters for metro cities and 90 square meters for other towns and cities. In addition, the stamp duty paid must not exceed Rs. 45 Lakhs.
How is Section 80C & Section 24 different from Section 80EE?
Section 80C of the income tax act permits individuals to avail deductions up to Rs. 1.5 Lakhs per annum. Taxpayers can explore different investment options to seek benefits under 80C. Some of the investment options that can benefit from Section 80C are given below:
Section 24 of the income tax act is named “Deductions from income from house property.” it qualifies homeowners for two kinds of tax deductions.
Let us compare and analyse the different sections under the income tax act, how they can be used and how they differ.
Income Tax Section
Amount considered for Tax benefits
Deduction amount if the owner resides in the property
Deduction amount if the owner does not reside in the property
Section 80EE
Interest amount
50,000
50,000
Section 80C
Principal amount
1,50,000
1,50,000
Section 24(b)
Interest amount
2,00,000
No limit
Taxpayers can claim numerous benefits in deductions while making investments and purchasing properties. First-time home buyers must have an intricate understanding of the benefits provided by the income tax act to seek deductions. It is recommended that homebuyers have a thorough understanding of the benefits before filing their income tax returns to reap maximum benefits.
Myths About Section 80EE You Must Know About
Different sections of the Income Tax Act are confusing to understand. Let’s break down some of the common myths about Section 80EE:
Myth: Section 80EE can be claimed along with Section 80EEA.
Fact: Taxpayers cannot claim deductions under both Section 80EE and Section 80EEA at the same time. If you have already claimed benefits under Section 80EEA, you can’t apply for Section 80EE and vice versa.
Myth: Section 80EE allows deduction on principal repayment.
Fact: Only interest payments on home loans are eligible for deductions under Section 80EE. Under Section 80C, taxpayers deduct principal repayments up to a maximum of Rs. 1.5 lakh.
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