Updated for Budget FY 2024-25 / FY 2025-26. Find the exact mathematical breakeven point where your HRA, 80C, 80D, and Home Loan interest deductions beat the lower New Regime slabs.

Under current deductions, the New Regime is superior and saves
New Regime wins by ₹5,720 per year (+₹477/mo in-hand) with zero investment lock-in and lower baseline tax slabs.
For an income of ₹15.0 Lakh, you need at least ₹3,50,000 in total deductions (Standard Deduction + HRA + 80C + 80D + 24b) for the Old Regime to beat the New Regime.