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Old vs new regime break-even calculator

Enter your CTC to find exactly how much in old-regime deductions you'd need to claim before the old regime beats the new one.

Verdict

The new regime wins at this CTC, even at ₹5.00 LPA in old-regime deductions.

New regime, monthly take-home
₹1,03,563
Old regime, zero deductions
₹91,563

Deduction cap of ₹5.00 LPA reflects a realistic ceiling — full 80C, 80D, home loan interest, and NPS 80CCD(1B) combined. Your actual eligible deductions may be lower.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'break-even deductions' mean?+

It's the combined 80C, 80D, HRA exemption, home loan interest, and NPS 80CCD(1B) deductions you'd need to claim under the old regime for your take-home pay to match — and then exceed — what the new regime already gives you with zero deductions.

Why is this different from a regular old vs new comparison?+

A side-by-side comparison tells you which regime wins at one specific deduction figure. This tool solves the reverse problem: given your CTC, it finds the deduction threshold itself, so you know exactly how much you'd need to actually invest or claim before switching regimes is worth it.

Is a higher break-even number good or bad?+

A higher break-even figure means the old regime needs more deduction-eligible spending (EPF, insurance, home loan, etc.) to catch up — so for many people, especially without a home loan, the new regime's lower slabs win by default. A low or zero break-even means the old regime already wins easily.