Daily Archives: May 5, 2026

Perquisite – Free Food Facility Introduction Free food, snacks, and beverages provided by employers during working hours can be tax-free under specific conditions. The exemption is subject to limits on the value and nature of the benefit. Tax Treatment of Free Food Facility Tax-Free Benefits Snacks, Tea, Non-Alcoholic Beverages: Not taxable when provided during office… Read More »

Perquisites – Medical Facilities Introduction Medical facilities provided by employers to employees or their family members can be tax-free under specific conditions. Taxability depends on the nature, location, and expenditure of the medical benefit. Tax Treatment of Medical Facilities Medical Facilities in India Medical facilities in India are Tax-free if provided to the employee or… Read More »

Perquisite – Use of Employer Assets Introduction When an employee or their family uses movable assets owned or hired by the employer, or purchases such assets at concessional rates, the value of these benefits is taxable as a perquisite. Key Provisions Valuation of Perquisite Computers or Laptops: Usage: Tax-free. Purchase: Taxable value = Cost to… Read More »

Free or Concessional Loan to Employees Introduction Interest-free or concessional loans provided by employers to employees or their family members are taxable as perquisites under “Salaries.” However, petty loans up to Rs. 20,000 and loans for specified medical treatments are exempt. Taxability of Loans Situations Where Perquisite Arises Loans for personal purposes like education, marriage,… Read More »

Taxability of Insurance Taken by Employer for Employees Introduction Insurance policies taken out by employers for their employees may be taxable as perquisites. Tax treatment depends on the type of policy, its beneficiary, and the circumstances of payout. Key Types and Tax Implications Keyman Insurance Policy A life insurance policy taken out by the employer… Read More »

Leave Travel Allowance (LTA) Introduction LTA is provided by employers to employees for travel within India. Exemption is allowed under Section 10(5) for journeys made by the employee and his family, subject to conditions. Key Provisions Eligibility for Exemption Tax exemption is allowed for actual travel expenses incurred by the employee or family. Unspent allowance is taxable.… Read More »

Taxability of Amenities Provided to Specified Employees Introduction Certain benefits or amenities provided to specified employees are taxable as perquisites under “Salaries.” These include supply of gas, electricity, domestic servants, and other services. Definition of Specified Employees Directors of a Company: Includes full-time, part-time, and nominee directors. Employees with Substantial Interest: Beneficial owners of ≥20%… Read More »

Valuation of Educational Facilities Introduction The educational facilities provided by employers for specified employees’ children are taxable as perquisites under “Salaries.” However, certain exemptions and valuation rules apply based on the type of benefit. Key Provisions Free Education Facility in Employer-Owned Institutions Exempt up to 1,000/month per child. Only the amount exceeding 1,000 is generally… Read More »

Perquisite – Use of Motor Car Introduction When an employer provides a car or reimburses expenses for personal or official use, the value of this benefit is taxable as a perquisite under “Salaries.” Taxability depends on ownership, maintenance costs, and usage. Perquisite Valuation Based on Ownership and Usage Employee-Owned Vehicle with Reimbursement Official Use Only:… Read More »