Question 1

What is the income tax slab in Bangladesh for IY 2025-26?

Accepted Answer

For Income Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27), the National Board of Revenue (NBR) tax-free threshold is Tk 3,50,000 for general male taxpayers, Tk 4,00,000 for women and seniors (65+), Tk 4,75,000 for persons with disability, and Tk 5,00,000 for gazetted war-wounded freedom fighters. Subsequent slabs apply at 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% and 30%.

Question 2

How is the investment rebate calculated in Bangladesh?

Accepted Answer

The investment rebate is 15% of the eligible investment amount. The eligible investment is the lower of: (a) 20% of total taxable income, (b) Tk 1,00,00,000, or (c) total actual eligible investments. Eligible instruments include DPS (up to Tk 1,20,000/year), Sanchaypatra, life insurance premium, listed DSE stocks, government securities and bonds, and provident fund contributions.

Question 3

Which investments qualify for tax rebate under NBR rules?

Accepted Answer

Approved instruments include: Deposit Pension Scheme (DPS) up to Tk 1,20,000/year, Sanchaypatra (national savings certificates), life insurance premiums, contributions to recognised Provident Fund, investments in listed DSE equity, government securities and bonds, and zakat fund. Rebate Bhai applies the per-instrument caps and the overall 20% / Tk 1,00,00,000 cap automatically.

Question 4

Is Rebate Bhai free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Rebate Bhai calculator is free and runs entirely in your browser. No income data is sent to a server.

Question 5

Does Rebate Bhai support Bangla (বাংলা)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the language toggle in the top bar to switch between English and Bangla (বাংলা). All labels, currency formatting, and explanations are localised.

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