Term

Surcharge

An extra tax on income tax for high incomes.

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Simple meaningAn extra tax on income tax for high incomes.
Relevant ActFinance Act (annual)
Section / ruleFirst Schedule

Technical meaning

An additional levy on income tax at rates set by the Finance Act where total income exceeds Rs 50 lakh, subject to marginal relief.

Practical example

Income of Rs 60 lakh attracts a 10% surcharge.

Official reference

Finance Act (annual), First Schedule

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