On a salary of ₹8 lakh in FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28), your income tax under the New regime is ₹0 - the Section 87A rebate wipes it out. The Old regime can't beat zero (you'd pay ₹65,000 under it with only the standard deduction), so the New regime is the clear choice.
₹8 lakh salary - tax at a glance
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gross salary | ₹8,00,000 |
| Tax - New regime (incl. cess) | ₹0 |
| Tax - Old regime, standard deduction only | ₹65,000 |
| Recommended regime | New (saves ₹65,000) |
| Break-even deduction | - (New is ₹0, unbeatable) |
| Monthly in-hand (New regime) | ₹66,667 |
How the tax is calculated (New regime)
Taxable income after the ₹75,000 standard deduction = ₹7,25,000. It falls into these slabs:
| Slab · rate | Tax |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹4,00,000 · 0% | ₹0 |
| ₹4,00,000 – ₹7,25,000 · 5% | ₹16,250 |
| Tax on slabs | ₹16,250 |
| Rebate u/s 87A | − ₹16,250 |
| Health & Education cess (4%) | ₹0 |
| Total tax (New regime) | ₹0 |
Should you pick the Old or New regime at ₹8 lakh?
Because taxable income after the ₹75,000 standard deduction stays within the ₹12 lakh rebate limit, the new regime brings tax to zero. See how the ₹12 lakh zero-tax band works.
Your real tax depends on your 80C, HRA, NPS and home-loan interest. Add them and compare both regimes in seconds.
Calculate your exact tax →Frequently asked questions
How much income tax on a ₹8 lakh salary in FY 2026-27?
Under the new regime you pay ₹0 on a ₹8 lakh salary (after the ₹75,000 standard deduction). Under the old regime with only the standard deduction it is ₹65,000.
Which tax regime is better for a ₹8 lakh salary?
The new regime - it gives zero tax at this income, which the old regime cannot beat.
What is the monthly in-hand for a ₹8 lakh salary?
About ₹66,667 per month under the new regime, before any employer PF or other deductions.