How is moonlighting income taxed in India?

Income from a second job is taxed based on your employment status. If you are an employee, it is taxed under 'Salaries'. If you act as a contractor/freelancer, it is taxed under 'Profits and Gains of Business or Profession' (PGBP), where you can claim business expenses or use Section 44ADA.

Can I claim standard deduction twice if I have two jobs?

No, you can claim the standard deduction of ₹75k (under New/Old regime) only once per financial year, regardless of the number of jobs or employers.

What happens if TDS is under-deducted when moonlighting?

Both employers calculate TDS independently without knowing your total income, leading to under-deduction. You must declare your other salary via Form 12B to one employer, or calculate and pay Advance Tax to avoid Section 234B and 234C interest penalties.

Moonlighting Tax CalculatorFY 2026-27

Calculate tax for multiple employers. Identify TDS gaps, manage Form 12B disclosure, and verify Section 234B/C interest risk.

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Quick Summary: Moonlighting Tax Calculator

Employees with multiple employers (moonlighting) often face high tax bills due to separate TDS calculations that ignore the combined income slab. In FY 2026-27, you can claim the standard deduction of ₹75k only once. This tool helps you consolidate income from all employers and identifies the 'Advance Tax' needed to avoid interest penalties under Section 234B/C.

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