Lightpostclear money guidance
HomeLearn › Section 80D health insurance tax benefit

Section 80D tax benefits

Your health insurance premium can also cut your tax bill. Here's how Section 80D works.

What 80D allows

Under the old tax regime, Section 80D lets you deduct health insurance premiums — commonly up to ₹25,000 for yourself and family, and an additional amount for parents (higher if they're senior citizens).

Not sure how this applies to you? A free call with Vijay Singh Rana sorts it out in minutes.

Who and what qualifies

Premiums for self, spouse, children and parents can qualify, along with certain preventive health check-ups within a sub-limit. Cash premium payments generally don't qualify.

Old vs new regime

80D deductions apply under the old regime. Whether the old or new regime is better for you depends on your overall finances — an advisor can help you compare.

Get personal guidance, free

Vijay Singh Rana — HDFC Financial Advisor · IRDAI & AMFI Registered

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save?
It depends on your premium and tax slab; the deduction reduces taxable income up to the applicable limit.
Does the new tax regime allow 80D?
Generally these deductions are an old-regime feature. Confirm which regime suits you with an advisor.

Disclaimer: Lightpost provides general information and connects you with a licensed advisor; it does not itself provide financial, insurance or investment advice. Insurance is the subject matter of solicitation. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks; read all scheme-related documents carefully. Past performance is not indicative of future returns.