Generate rent receipts for HRA exemption claim — free PDF download
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RENT RECEIPT
Receipt No: 1Date: —
Received ₹0/- from ________
For rent of property at: ________
Period: — to —
Landlord Signature
________
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Revenue Stamp
A revenue stamp of Re. 1 must be affixed on rent receipts where monthly rent exceeds ₹5,000. The stamp should be cancelled (signed across) by the landlord.
PAN Requirement
Landlord's PAN is mandatory if annual rent exceeds ₹1,00,000 (₹1 lakh). Without PAN, your HRA exemption claim may be rejected by the Income Tax Department.
Retention Period
Keep rent receipts for at least 6 years from the end of the relevant assessment year. Digital PDF copies are acceptable for tax purposes.
HRA Under New Regime
HRA exemption is only available under the old tax regime. If you're on the new regime, you get a ₹75,000 standard deduction instead. No rent receipts needed.
HRA Exemption — Quick Guide
HRA exemption under Section 10(13A) (old regime only) is the minimum of:
1
Actual HRA Received
As shown in your salary slip
2
50% / 40% of Basic
50% for metro cities, 40% for others
3
Rent - 10% of Basic
Actual rent paid minus 10% of basic salary
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