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Home Loan Tax Benefits — Section 24, 80C & 80EEA Explained

PropyMart · 2026

Home Loan Tax Deductions Overview

Save ₹1–2 L annually

A home loan gives you three tax benefits: Section 80C (principal repayment), Section 24(b) (interest payment), and Section 80EEA (first-time buyer additional deduction). Together they can save ₹1–2 L in tax annually.

Section 24(b) — Interest Deduction

Deduct up to ₹2 L per year on home loan interest for a self-occupied property. For let-out properties, the full interest is deductible (no cap). Available from the year possession is received.

Section 80C — Principal Deduction

Principal repayment is deductible up to ₹1.5 L per year under Section 80C (combined with EPF, PPF, ELSS, life insurance, etc.). The property must not be sold within 5 years of possession.

Section 80EEA — First-Time Buyer Bonus

₹1.5 L extra deduction

First-time home buyers can claim an additional ₹1.5 L deduction on interest under Section 80EEA, over and above the ₹2 L Section 24 limit. Applicable for sanctioned loans (check current eligibility with a CA).

Pre-Construction Interest

Interest paid during construction (before possession) can be claimed in 5 equal instalments starting from the year of possession. Adds up significantly for large loans — keep all pre-EMI receipts.

Calculate Your Tax Savings

PropyMart's home loan tax calculator shows your exact 80C + 24(b) + 80EEA benefits based on your loan amount, rate, and income slab. Know your net after-tax EMI before you decide.

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