80G Deduction:Check out the eligible instruments
This allows a deduction for donations made to recognized charities and charitable institutions.
Who is it available to?
The deduction can be taken by any individual, HUF (Hindu Undivided Family), firm or company. Please note that donations made in kind are ineligible for the deduction.
What is the amount of the deduction?
The deduction available is 100% of the amount contributed to the charity, or in some cases 50% of the amount, which may further be with or without restriction. This calculation can get a little complicated, so its best if you ask your tax advisor on the total amount that you will be eligible for. Also, different charities get treated differently, so best to seek professional advice on this matter depending upon the charity of your choice.
What are the eligible charities and charitable institutions where my donations are eligible for the deduction?
Common charities that are eligible for this deduction are the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund, Prime Minister’s Drought Relief Fund. Before making a donation, please check with the charity if it is recognized and has been registered with the appropriate authorities.
If you make a donation to a notified temple, mosque, gurudwara or church, it might also be eligible but please confirm that this place of worship has been registered with the authorities. As mentioned above, donations made in kind are ineligible for the deduction, so make sure that you pay by cheque or bank draft and keep record of the transaction.
Please check with your tax advisor in case from time to time there are newer charitable institutions that become available or there are changes to the amount of deduction under 80G.
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n.chittibabu said : 06/02/2010 |
who are the eligible for 80g |
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M T HUDA said : 11/01/2010 |
THNX FOR AVAILING UPDATE INFORMATION IN TAX IT HELPED ME FOR MY UPDATION -----huDA,WOULD B cfp |




