Income Tax department has clarified that contributions made towards the renovation, reconstruction, or repair of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, through the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G (2) (b) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. This information is officially notified on the website of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Overview
The Indian government has established the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust to oversee the reconstruction and renovation of the Ram Mandir. If you wish to contribute to this noble cause, various donation methods are available, including payment gateways, UPI, NEFT, IMPS, demand draft, and cheque payments.
Tax Exemptions: Section 80G (2) (B) Details
Donations made to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust for temple repair or renovation are eligible for a 50% tax exemption under Section 80G (2) (B). However, it’s crucial to note that cash donations exceeding Rs 2000 are not eligible for tax exemption.
Step-by-Step Guide for Making Contributions
- Visit the Trust’s Website
- Start by visiting https://online.srjbtkshetra.org/#/login.
- Donation Process
- Click on the Donation tab under Donate and log in using your mobile number and OTP.
- Fill in Necessary Details
- After logging in, provide details such as PAN, purpose of donation, amount, address, and pin code.
- Complete the Donation
- Click on donate, proceed to the payment gateway, and receive an immediate donation receipt upon successful payment.
- Alternative Donation Methods
- For UPI, QR code, cheque, IMPS, NEFT, or demand draft users, the receipt can be downloaded from the website after approximately 15 days.
Downloading the Donation Receipt
To download your donation receipt:
- Log in to the Trust’s website.
- Visit https://online.srjbtkshetra.org/donation-receipt/ and click on the Download Receipt tab.
- Authenticate through mobile OTP and provide various details, including PAN, mobile number, email, address, donation amount, bank account, UPI reference number, and method of donation.
After verification, your donation receipt can be downloaded from https://online.srjbtkshetra.org/donation-receipt/. You can also check the status of your receipt on this link.
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