Taxpayers who donate to specified institutions such as National Defence Funds, National Illness Funds, Prime Minister Relief Fund, etc. can save up to a 100% of the donations in taxes under Section 80g. This deduction is available for both cash and non-cash donations. In addition to this, taxpayers can also claim deductions for donations made towards scientific research or rural development up to a maximum of 100%. These donations should be made via cheque or demand draft in order to be eligible for deductions under section 80g. The receipts received from the respective institutions have to be attached along with the income tax return as proof for claiming these deductions.















