BSNL VRS-2019 is a “Forced Retrenchment” in substance; hence, the entire compensation is a non-taxable Capital Receipt.
BSNL VRS-2019 is a “Forced Retrenchment” in substance; hence, the entire compensation is a non-taxable Capital Receipt. The Dispute: Voluntary vs. Forced Separation The Conflict: The assessee, a BSNL employee, retired under the BSNL VRS-2019 scheme. Original Claim: The employee initially claimed the standard ₹5 lakh exemption under Section 10(10C) (Voluntary Retirement). The New Claim:… Read More »

