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How do I claim 80DD deduction?

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Andrew Mclaughlin

Published Apr 03, 2026

Medical Certificate: To claim tax deduction under Section 80DD, the taxpayer will have to submit a copy of the medical certificate, which authenticates the disability of the dependant. Form 10-IA: If the disabled dependant is suffering from autism, cerebral palsy or multiple disabilities, then Form No.

What amount is accepted for deduction under Section 80DD regarding disability?

Dependents who have a minimum of 80% of any disability are regarded as persons with severe disability, and the individual who incurs costs on the medical expenses of such a dependent can claim a deduction up to Rs. 1.25 lakh under Section 80DD of the Income Tax Act.

What documents are needed for 80DD?

Documents required to claim exemption under section 80DD

  • Medical Certificate. You must produce a medical certificate that authenticates the caretaker and dependent relationship along with specific mention of the disability.
  • Form 10-IA.
  • Self-declaration Certificate.
  • Receipts of Insurance Premium.

    Which among the following deduction is available only to disabled person?

    The deduction under either section 80DD or 80U can be claimed only if the individual himself or dependent is suffering from disability, autism, cerebral palsy or multiple disabilities. The percentage of disability should not be less than 40 percent in order to be eligible to claim deduction under these sections.

    Can medical expenses be claimed as a tax deduction?

    Yes. Under section 80D, it allows the policyholder to save tax by claiming medical insurance incurred on self, spouse, dependent parents as a deduction from income before paying the taxes. One can claim a maximum deduction of INR 50,000 in a financial year.

    What is qualifying amount?

    qualifying amount means an aggregate principal amount of Indebtedness greater than or equal to the US Dollar Equivalent of $50,000,000; provided that for any acquisition (x) by a Foreign Subsidiary of the Company or (y) where substantially all the assets acquired (either via an acquisition of the Equity Interests of a …