Tax Exemption On PF Threshold Limit Exceeds To Rs 5 Lakh

The Centre has increased the deposit threshold limit of provident fund from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 5 lakh on March 23. Reportedly, the interest received on the newly exceeded amount would also be tax-exempt. However, the tax exemption can only be enjoyed by only those individuals who do not contribute to the retirement fund. Earlier, the FinMin Nirmala Sitharaman, during budge, vowed to tax individuals for contributions over Rs 2.5 lakh.