Transport Allowance Calculator
Calculate exemption on transport allowance under the old tax regime.
Exemption Limits (per month):
- • General: ₹1,600
- • Disabled: ₹3,200
Applicable only for transport allowance for commuting between residence and office.
What is Transport Allowance Calculator?
Transport allowance is a component of salary paid for commuting between home and work. A transport allowance calculator helps you understand the taxable and exempt portions.
For salaried employees, transport allowance is fully taxable. However, employees with disabilities can claim an exemption of up to ₹3,200 per month.
How does the Transport Allowance Calculator work?
The calculator takes your transport allowance and determines the taxable portion based on your disability status.
For disabled employees, ₹3,200 per month (₹38,400 per year) is exempt; the rest is added to taxable salary.
How to use the Transport Allowance Calculator?
- Enter your monthly transport allowance.
- Select whether you have a disability.
- The calculator shows the taxable and exempt portions.
Example
Try the calculator with your own numbers
- Enter your values in the input fields above.
- Adjust the values to match your situation.
- The result updates instantly as you change the inputs.
Benefits of using the Transport Allowance Calculator
- Understand your salary taxability.
- Claim the disability exemption correctly.
- Plan your salary structure.
Who should use the Transport Allowance Calculator?
- Individuals planning loans, investments, or retirement savings.
- Salaried employees estimating taxes, EMIs, and take-home pay.
- Small business owners tracking costs, margins, and cash flow.
- Students learning personal finance and investment concepts.
Tips for getting the most out of the Transport Allowance Calculator
- Use realistic return rates — past performance does not guarantee future returns.
- Re-run the calculation whenever your income, expenses, or goals change.
- Compare a few scenarios (conservative, moderate, aggressive) before making a decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is transport allowance taxable?
Yes, transport allowance is fully taxable for most employees. Only employees with disabilities get an exemption of ₹3,200 per month.
What replaced the old transport allowance exemption?
The old ₹1,600 per month exemption was removed in 2018 and replaced by a higher standard deduction of ₹50,000.
Planning your finances is easier when you can see the numbers clearly. Use this calculator regularly to stay on top of your goals and make informed decisions.
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