New vs Old Tax Regime for ₹13 Lakh Salary Explained A salaried person earning ₹13 lakh in FY 2025-26 may pay substantially less tax under the new regime. A corrected comparison for AY 2026-27 shows how the ₹75,000 standard deduction and Section 87A marginal relief change the final liability and regime choice.   ₹13 Lakh Salary Tax in 2026: Which Regime Is More Beneficial? A salaried taxpayer earning ₹13 lakh annually