The Vibe Journal: Finance Blogs

National Payments Corporation of India or NPCI (India), is an umbrella organisation that handles all retail payments. Established in 2007 by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA), it facilitates a robust payment and settlement infrastructure.  To extend its services, NPCI (India) has ten core promoter banks, which are:  Read on to know what …

The Indian Financial System Code, the full form of IFSC, is an 11-character alphanumeric code used to make electronic payments. This code is unique to all banks that you can find on all account documents, such as cheque leaves, passbooks, account statements, etc.  Using this unique identifier, along with the account holder’s name and account …

Defaulting on loan payments is very serious as it can have a lasting impact on your finances. This is because consistent non-payment of a loan can lead to legal repercussions. Thankfully, there are a few borrower’s rights to help you navigate this situation.  In such a situation it is critical to know the rights that all …

Getting quick credit card approval is all about maintaining a clean credit history and showcasing good repayment ability. Since a card gives you access to credit, it poses a risk to the credit card company. This is why your ability to repay and your past behaviour with credit is reviewed before approval.  To know how …

As per the Income Tax Act, your income gets categorised into different heads, no matter the amount you earn. But ‘how many heads of income are there?’ is the question here.The IT Act clearly outlines five heads of income, which classify earnings based on their sources.  All citizens liable to pay tax must abide by …

The taxable income slabs divide the taxpayers into different categories and assign them different tax rates. These categories depend on the age of the taxpayers, as mentioned below: These slabs also vary depending on the regime you opt for. By knowing these slabs and the applicable rates, you can plan your finances and taxes accordingly.  …

All tax-paying individuals are liable to pay tax as per the law if they fall under the tax bracket. This process starts with calculating the total amount you need to pay every year. The thing to note is that the Income Tax Department gives you different options to assess this amount.  Read on to know …

Understanding the rules for gratuity tax exemption is crucial for employees who may receive it. Any person who works in an establishment with more than 10 workers for 5 continuous years is liable to receive this sum on termination of employment or as a post-retirement benefit.  In case of an employee’s disability due to a …

As a taxpayer, it is important to know the deadline for income tax filing to avoid penalties and interest that you need to pay on the fine. These dates can help you create and stick to a timeline and sort out your finances.   Generally, the last date for filing your tax for the financial year …

Learning the steps to run a TDS check is crucial for all taxpayers. It allows you to manage your tax liabilities and file accurate returns. Know that TDS stands for Tax Deducted at Source. It’s a tax that employers, banks and other entities deduct before disbursing the funds to your account. Tax deductors or collectors …