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NSS Account Withdrawals Now Fully Tax-Exempt

 

💡 "Tax-Free NSS? Here's What You Must Know!"

✅ Q1: What’s the big change in NSS withdrawals?

A: From Aug 29, 2024, entire withdrawal (Principal + Interest) from NSS is 100% tax-free under Section 80CCA(2). Earlier, it was fully taxable!

💬 Example: Mr. Verma withdrew ₹3,50,000 from NSS in Sep 2024. No tax applies now.

🧓 Q2: Who benefits the most?

A: Mainly senior citizens & those holding old NSS accounts (especially those not earning interest after Oct 1, 2024).

💬 Example: Mrs. Joshi, a retiree, accessed her ₹5 lakh NSS balance in March 2025 — fully exempt from tax.

🚫 Q3: Is TDS applicable on NSS withdrawals now?

A: No, as per CBDT Notification No. 27/2025, TDS u/s 194EE is not applicable from April 4, 2025 onwards.

🔄 Q4: What changed compared to earlier tax rules?

A: Earlier, entire amount was taxed under “Other Sources” + TDS was deducted. Now: fully exempt + no TDS.

👪 Q5: What if a legal heir withdraws the NSS money?

A: Even legal heirs get tax exemption on withdrawal after account holder’s death.

💬 Example: Riya received ₹2.2 lakh from her father’s NSS — No tax or TDS applied.

📄 Q6: What if Post Office still deducts TDS?

A:

  • Submit Form 15G/15H to avoid TDS.
  • If deducted, claim refund via ITR.
    ⚠️ But beware: This might trigger "defective return" notices or credit mismatches!

📘 Q7: Under which law is this exemption given?

A: A new proviso to Section 80CCA(2) of the Income Tax Act grants this benefit.

⚠️ Q8: Any ITR filing issues?

A: Yes. No column in ITR currently to show this exemption → causes confusion.
📢 Taxpayers are awaiting CBDT clarification or ITR updates for smooth return filing.

📝 Final Note:
💼 “Withdraw your NSS, tax-free — but double-check with  CA!”
📌 Keep proof of date of withdrawal for future reference.

🔷 CA Bhavesh Panpaliya | 📞 88887 55557
For Tax Planning | Retirement Withdrawal Strategy | Compliance Help ✅

 

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