HRA Exemption Calculator (India)
Find the monthly house rent allowance that is exempt from tax under the old regime.
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- 2See the result
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- 3Use it
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About this tool
Enter monthly basic salary plus DA, HRA received, rent paid and whether you live in a metro city. The exemption is the lowest of the HRA received, rent paid minus 10 percent of basic, and 50 percent (metro) or 40 percent (non-metro) of basic.
The three limits
The exempt part of HRA is the least of: actual HRA received, rent paid minus 10 percent of basic salary, and 50 percent of basic in metro cities or 40 percent elsewhere.
Old regime only
The exemption applies to the old tax regime. The new regime does not allow it.
Records
Keep rent receipts and the landlord PAN if the yearly rent is above the threshold.
Tips for best results
Check every box before you rely on a result, because one wrong digit changes the whole answer. Use the exact figures from your payslip, bill, certificate or contract, and keep a note of the date you calculated. Rates, thresholds and rules change from time to time, so for tax, fees and legal matters treat the output as an estimate and confirm with the official source named on this page. You can run as many scenarios as you like; nothing is saved or sent, and refreshing the page clears the boxes.
Quick facts
- Category: Everyday Tools
- Works in your browser, no sign-up, no upload.
- Your input stays on your device.
- Available in English.
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Frequently asked questions
Which regime allows it?
The old tax regime.
Which cities count as metro?
Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai under the rules.
Do I need rent receipts?
Yes. Also landlord PAN above the limit.
Is it tax advice?
No. Confirm with a tax professional.