NRI — taxable scope — Section 5/9

✍️ EaseValue Advisors · Updated 17 Jul 2026 · FY 2025-26

In short

Only India-source income is taxed; plan around it.

Section: 5/9
Limit / benefit: India income only
Who it helps: NRIs
Available in: Either regime

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The law behind it

Section 5/9

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General information for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27), not advice on your specific case. Limits, rates and conditions change with each Finance Act and depend on your facts — confirm before acting. © EaseValue Advisors LLP.

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