Parents in India can claim tax deductions on tuition fees paid for their children's education under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961, up to a limit of โน1.5 lakh annually. This deduction applies to full-time education in schools/colleges in India and can be claimed for up to two children by either parent.
Key Aspects of Tax Benefits (ITR) on School Fees:
Eligible Expenses: Only tuition fees paid to a registered university, college, or school are covered.
Non-Eligible Expenses: Donations, development fees, transportation charges, hostel fees, and extracurricular coaching are not eligible for deductions.
Claiming Process:
Salaried: Submit fee receipts to the employer to declare in Form 12BB.
Non-Salaried: Claim the amount under Section 80C when filing ITR-3 or ITR-4.
Documentation: Keep fee receipts safe as proof for claiming the deduction.
Related Educational Schemes in India:
> RTE Act: Mandates 25% reservation for economically weaker sections in private schools.
> Samagra Shiksha: An integrated scheme for school education from pre-school to class 12, focusing on quality, infrastructure, and equity.
> Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA): Aims to provide free and compulsory education, including uniforms and textbooks.
> ShaGun Portal: A dedicated platform for monitoring school education and showcasing innovations.
> Ishan Vikas: A program for school children from North-Eastern states to visit higher educational institutions