Budget 2026: Will Joint Taxation For Married Couples Become A Reality In India?
Last Updated:January 20, 2026, 4:40 PM IST At present, a surcharge is levied on income above Rs 50 lakh; under couple taxation, this threshold could be raised to Rs 75 lakh if joint taxation is introduced. Under joint filing, a single ITR with combined income would be assessed against a restructured tax slab. (AI generated…