Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) Calculator
Calculate your estimated VRS compensation and find out how much of it is tax-exempt under Section 10(10C) of the Income Tax Act.
Employment Details
Estimated VRS Compensation
₹45,00,000
Tax Exempt Amount (Sec 10(10C))
₹5,00,000
Maximum limit is ₹5,00,000
Taxable Amount
₹40,00,000
Added to your taxable income
VRS Breakdown & Comparison
Taxability Breakdown
Option A vs Option B
Calculation Breakdown
| Option A: 3 Months Salary × Completed Years | 3 × ₹75,000 × 20 = ₹45,00,000 |
| Option B: Salary × Remaining Months | ₹75,000 × 96 = ₹72,00,000 |
| Final VRS Amount (Lower of A & B) | ₹45,00,000 |
| Tax Exempt Amount (Max ₹5,00,000) | ₹5,00,000 |
| Taxable Amount | ₹40,00,000 |
How is VRS Calculated in India?
The Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) is designed to allow employees to retire before their actual retirement date while receiving a lump sum compensation. In India, the calculation and taxability of VRS are governed by specific rules.
The Compensation Rule
Generally, the VRS compensation offered by companies (especially in the public sector) is calculated as the lower of the following two amounts:
- Option A: Three months' salary for every completed year of service.
- Option B: Salary at the time of retirement multiplied by the balance months of service left before the normal date of retirement.
Tax Exemption under Section 10(10C)
Under Section 10(10C) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, compensation received upon voluntary retirement is exempt from tax up to a maximum limit of ₹5,00,000.
- This exemption is available only to employees of specific authorities, including public sector companies, any other company, an authority established under a Central, State or Provincial Act, a local authority, a cooperative society, a university, an Indian Institute of Technology, and notified institutes of management.
- The exemption can only be claimed once in a lifetime.
- Any amount received over and above ₹5,00,000 is fully taxable as "Profits in lieu of salary" under the head "Income from Salaries".
Frequently Asked Questions
How is VRS compensation calculated in India?
VRS compensation is generally calculated as the lower of two amounts: 1) Three months' salary for every completed year of service, or 2) Salary at the time of retirement multiplied by the balance months of service left before the normal date of retirement.
Is VRS amount taxable?
Yes, but under Section 10(10C) of the Income Tax Act, VRS compensation is exempt from tax up to ₹5,00,000. Any amount received above this limit is taxable according to your applicable income tax slab.
What components of salary are considered for VRS calculation?
For the purpose of VRS calculation and Section 10(10C) exemption, 'salary' typically includes Basic Pay and Dearness Allowance (DA), if the terms of employment provide for it. It usually excludes other allowances and perquisites.
Can I claim the ₹5 Lakh exemption multiple times?
No. The exemption under Section 10(10C) can only be claimed once in a lifetime. If you have claimed this exemption for a previous voluntary retirement, you cannot claim it again.