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ADVANCE TAX

Advance Tax Calculator for Traders

Calculate your quarterly advance tax instalments for FY 2025-26. Avoid interest under Section 234B and 234C by paying the right amount at the right time.

Calculate your quarterly advance tax instalments for FY 2025-26. Avoid interest under Section 234B and 234C by paying the right amount at the right time.

  • Get an instant result with the exact inputs that matter for this metric.
  • Compare scenarios quickly (best case vs worst case) before taking action.
  • Understand what the output means and how traders/investors use it in practice.
  • Use it for planning and education — no login required.

Advance Tax Calculator — FY 2025-26

Based on New Tax Regime slabs (Budget 2025). Income up to ₹12 lakh effectively nil after rebate u/s 87A.

Total Income

₹14,00,000

Gross Tax

₹1,20,000

Health & Ed. Cess (4%)

₹4,800

Net Tax Liability

₹74,800

Advance Tax Payment Schedule — FY 2025-26

Q1

Q1 Instalment

Jun 15, 202515% cumulative

₹11,220

this quarter

Q2

Q2 Instalment

Sep 15, 202545% cumulative

₹22,440

this quarter

Q3

Q3 Instalment

Dec 15, 202575% cumulative

₹22,440

this quarter

Q4

Q4 Instalment

Mar 15, 2026100% cumulative

₹18,700

this quarter

Tax Slab Breakdown

Income RangeRateTax
₹3L – ₹7L5%₹20,000
₹7L – ₹10L10%₹30,000
₹10L – ₹12L15%₹30,000
₹12L – ₹15L20%₹40,000
Health & Education Cess (4%)₹4,800

Interest warning: If advance tax paid is less than 90% of total liability, interest under Section 234B (1%/month) applies. Missing quarterly deadlines attracts Section 234C interest (1%/month on shortfall). Always pay on time.

DETAILS

About this Advance Tax Calculator

This section explains what the calculator does, what goes into the result, and how to interpret the output so you can apply it confidently.

What this tool does

Purpose

This calculator turns a few key inputs into a clear output you can act on — a number that traders and investors commonly use for planning and decision-making.

Use it to compare scenarios quickly and to understand the trade-offs behind the final result.

When it is helpful

  • To sanity-check assumptions before committing money.
  • To compare two or more scenarios side-by-side (conservative vs aggressive).
  • To convert a “feel” into a number you can plan around.
  • To learn what the metric means and how it is used in practice.

How to read the result

Interpretation

Treat the output as a planning number. Small changes in inputs (time, rate, price, quantity, risk, or cashflows) can change the outcome meaningfully — so keep assumptions realistic.

If the tool returns multiple outputs, focus on the ones that drive decisions (e.g., net result, breakeven, or risk-adjusted value), not just the biggest number.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Using overly optimistic return assumptions.
  • Ignoring fees/taxes where they matter.
  • Optimizing precision instead of making a better decision.
  • Treating the result as a prediction instead of a plan.

Example calculations and results

Example 1 (trader + salary income)

Trading ₹8,00,000 + Other ₹6,00,000, TDS ₹50,000, Already paid ₹0

Total income₹14,00,000
Gross tax₹1,20,000
Cess (4%)₹4,800
Total tax₹1,24,800
Net tax liability₹74,800
Q1 (Jun 15) instalment₹11,220
Q2 (Sep 15) instalment₹22,440
Q3 (Dec 15) instalment₹22,440
Q4 (Mar 15) instalment₹18,700

Graphical view

Q1
₹11,220
Q2
₹22,440
Q3
₹22,440
Q4
₹18,700

Instalments follow cumulative targets: 15%, 45%, 75%, and 100% of net liability. Each quarter shows only the incremental amount for that deadline.

Example 2 (higher income, some already paid)

Total income ₹16,00,000, TDS ₹0, Already paid ₹20,000

Gross tax₹1,70,000
Cess (4%)₹6,800
Total tax₹1,76,800
Net tax liability₹1,56,800
Q1 (Jun 15) instalment₹23,520
Q2 (Sep 15) instalment₹47,040
Q3 (Dec 15) instalment₹47,040
Q4 (Mar 15) instalment₹39,200

Graphical view

Q1
₹23,520
Q2
₹47,040
Q3
₹47,040
Q4
₹39,200

HOW IT WORKS

Simple steps to get your result

1

Enter Your Income

Input trading income (F&O/intraday) and other income sources like salary or interest.

2

Deduct TDS & Prior Payments

Enter TDS already deducted and any advance tax already paid.

3

Get Quarterly Schedule

See exactly how much to pay by June 15, September 15, December 15, and March 15.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who must pay advance tax?+

If your total tax liability after TDS exceeds ₹10,000 in a financial year, you are required to pay advance tax in four quarterly instalments.

Do F&O traders need to pay advance tax?+

Yes — F&O and intraday trading income is treated as business income. Since no TDS is deducted on these, traders often have a large advance tax obligation.

What happens if I miss the deadline?+

Interest at 1% per month under Section 234C is charged on the shortfall for each quarter. Under Section 234B, 1%/month interest applies if total advance tax paid is less than 90% of final liability.

Is this calculator based on new or old tax regime?+

This calculator uses the New Tax Regime slabs effective from FY 2024-25 (Budget 2023). Old regime gives more deductions but higher rates — consult a CA for regime choice.

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