The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has proposed major updates to how employee perks like company cars, meal vouchers, gifts, loans, and housing will be taxed starting April 2026. These new draft Income-tax Rules aim to modernise decades‑old limits and better reflect today’s real-world costs. In this video, we break down the biggest changes—who pays more, who saves more, and what this means for your take‑home salary. From car perquisite hikes to big relief on meals, gifts, and small loans, here’s everything salaried employees need to know. Stay tuned for a clear and simple breakdown.
Published on February 18, 2026
