ITR filing: Keep these 4 documents safe if you want tax exemption on HRA

Bhawna Gupta Jul 17,2024

House Rent Allowance (HRA) is an allowance (part of CTC) provided by your employer to assist you afford the costs of living in leased housing.

What is HRA?

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4 documents require to keep safe

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Rent receipt

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Bank statement of online payment

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PAN of landlord

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Rent agreement

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