Children Education Allowance Calculator

Calculate exemption on children education and hostel allowance under Section 10(14).

CEA: ₹100/month per child (max 2 children) | Hostel: ₹300/month per child
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CEA Exemption (Yearly)
₹2,400
Hostel Exemption (Yearly)
₹7,200
Total Exemption
₹9,600
Tax Saved
₹1,920

Exemption Limits (per child per month):

  • • CEA (Tuition): ₹100/month = ₹1,200/year per child
  • • Hostel: ₹300/month = ₹3,600/year per child
  • • Max children: 2

Note: Actual tuition fees paid can be claimed under Section 80C separately. CEA is a flat exemption.

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What is Children Education Allowance Calculator?

Children education allowance is a component of salary paid by employers for children's education. A children education allowance calculator estimates the exempt and taxable portions.

You can claim an exemption of up to ₹100 per month per child for up to two children, plus ₹300 per month per child for hostel expenses.

How does the Children Education Allowance Calculator work?

The exemption is ₹100 per month per child (max 2 children) for education, and ₹300 per month per child for hostel expenditure.

The calculator subtracts the exempt amount from the allowance received and shows the taxable portion.

How to use the Children Education Allowance Calculator?

  1. Enter the education allowance received per child.
  2. Enter the number of children.
  3. Enter hostel allowance if applicable.
  4. The calculator shows the exempt and taxable amounts.

Example

Try the calculator with your own numbers

  1. Enter your values in the input fields above.
  2. Adjust the values to match your situation.
  3. The result updates instantly as you change the inputs.
Your result appears instantly — no manual calculation needed.

Benefits of using the Children Education Allowance Calculator

  • Claim the education allowance exemption correctly.
  • Understand your salary taxability.
  • Plan your salary structure.

Who should use the Children Education Allowance Calculator?

  • Students and professionals who need fast, accurate results.
  • Anyone who wants to verify a manual calculation.
  • People who prefer a quick answer over working it out by hand.

Tips for getting the most out of the Children Education Allowance Calculator

  • Double-check the values you enter before relying on the result.
  • Use the calculator to verify manual calculations or estimates.
  • Bookmark the page if you use it regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the education allowance exemption limit?

Up to ₹100 per month per child for two children, and ₹300 per month per child for hostel expenses.

Is the exemption available in the new regime?

No, this exemption is only available under the old tax regime.

This calculator gives you fast, reliable answers whenever you need them. Try it now and keep it handy for future calculations.

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