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Pavithra J (Querist)
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18 March 2015 Companies wholly owned Government of karnataka Undertaking employees are Government Employees for Claiming Leave Salary exemption U/s.10(10AA)(i)

Example: Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited(BESCOM)

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CS,CA F,Numrologi TusharSampat (Expert)
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18 March 2015 only for state and central government it is applicable.

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20 March 2015 Yes Sir I agree with that exemption are avaivable to State Government and Central Government Employes. But could you tell whether BESCOM Employees are Government or Non Government?

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20 March 2015 Yes Sir I agree with that exemption are avaivable to State Government and Central Government Employes. But could you tell whether BESCOM Employees are Government or Non Government?

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20 March 2015 Yes Sir I agree with you that exemption are avaivable to State Government and Central Government Employees. But could you tell whether BESCOM Employees are Government or Non Government?

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26 July 2024 In India, the classification of employees working in entities like the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for tax purposes can be a bit nuanced. Here’s how it breaks down:

### **Understanding BESCOM’s Status**

**1. **Ownership and Classification**:
- **BESCOM**: Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) is a public sector undertaking (PSU) wholly owned by the Government of Karnataka. It is responsible for electricity distribution in Bangalore and surrounding areas.
- **Government Ownership**: Although BESCOM is owned by the Government of Karnataka, it operates as a company under the Companies Act, 2013.

**2. **Employees’ Status**:
- **Government Employees**: Employees of BESCOM are not considered government employees in the strictest sense, as they work for a company rather than directly for the government. However, because BESCOM is a government-owned entity, its employees are often treated similarly to government employees for certain benefits and tax purposes.

### **Tax Exemption Under Section 10(10AA)(i)**

**Section 10(10AA)** of the Income Tax Act deals with the exemption for leave encashment. The relevant provision is:

- **Section 10(10AA)(i)**: Provides an exemption for leave encashment received by employees of the Central Government or State Government on their retirement or termination of service.

### **Applicability to BESCOM Employees**

- **For Leave Salary Exemption**:
- **Government Employees**: Employees of Central or State Government are eligible for tax exemption on leave encashment under Section 10(10AA)(i).
- **BESCOM Employees**: Employees of PSUs like BESCOM are generally not considered government employees for the purpose of this exemption. As such, they do not qualify for the exemption under Section 10(10AA)(i) unless specific provisions or rulings state otherwise.

### **Conclusion**

Employees of BESCOM, despite the company being government-owned, are generally classified as employees of a public sector undertaking (PSU) rather than government employees for tax purposes. Therefore:

- **Leave Encashment**: Employees of BESCOM typically **do not qualify** for the exemption under Section 10(10AA)(i) as they are not considered government employees in the tax context.
- **Tax Treatment**: Leave encashment received by BESCOM employees would be subject to tax according to the general provisions applicable to employees of PSUs or private sector entities.

**Recommendation**: For accurate tax planning and compliance, it’s advisable to consult a tax professional or legal expert who can provide guidance based on the most current regulations and any applicable rulings or circulars.