Determining whether the old or new tax regime is more advantageous for salary income above 20 lakhs following the 2024 budget depends on various factors and individual circumstances.

The old tax regime allows for various deductions and exemptions under Section 80C, 80D, 80G, etc., which can significantly reduce taxable income. However, the new tax regime offers lower tax rates without any deductions or exemptions.

For salary income above 20 lakhs, the tax rates under the old regime range from 20% to 30%, while the new regime offers a flat rate of 30% without deductions. Under the old regime, availing deductions can bring down the effective tax rate, depending on the amount and type of deductions claimed.

If you are looking for deductions then you should go for the old tax regime.