Freelancer / Consultant Tax Calculator
Updated September 2026
Estimate your income tax as a freelancer or consultant — using either the Section 44ADA presumptive scheme (50% deemed profit) or your actual expenses.
⚠ Verify before filing. Results are estimates based on the law as applied at the date shown above. Tax rules change — always confirm the current rate or provision at the official source (CBIC or Income Tax Department) before raising an invoice or filing a return. Last reviewed: August 2026.
Freelancer Tax Calculator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use Section 44ADA presumptive taxation?
Specified professionals (doctors, lawyers, engineers, architects, accountants, technical consultants, IT professionals and similar) with gross receipts up to ₹75,00,000 (₹50,00,000 if more than 5% of receipts are in cash).
What is deemed profit under 44ADA?
50% of gross receipts is deemed as taxable profit, regardless of your actual expenses — this can be beneficial if your real expenses are below 50% of receipts.
Should I use presumptive taxation or actual expenses?
If your genuine business expenses are less than 50% of receipts, presumptive taxation usually results in lower tax. If expenses are higher, filing under actual expenses (with proper books) may be better.