Salaried Individuals for AY 2026-27: Returns and Forms Applicable for Salaried for AY 2026-27

Salaried Individuals for AY 2026-27

Returns and Forms Applicable for Salaried Individuals for AY 2026-27

Disclaimer: The content on this page is only to give an overview and general guidance and is not exhaustive. For complete details and guidelines please refer Income Tax Act, Rules and Notifications.

1. ITR-1 (SAHAJ) – Applicable only for Individual

This return is applicable for a Resident (other than Not Ordinarily Resident) Individual having Total Income from any of the following sources up to ₹ 50 lakh

Salary / PensionOne House PropertyOther sources (Interest, Family Pension, Dividend etc.)Agricultural Income up to ₹ 5,000Capital Gain income u/s 112 A (Income Tax Act,1961) up to ₹ 1,25,000

Note: ITR-1 cannot be used by a person who:

  1. is a Director in a company 
  2. has short term capital gain
  3. has Long-term capital gain u/s 112A of Income Tax Act,1961 exceeding ₹1,25,000
  4. has held any unlisted equity shares at any time during the previous year 
  5. has any asset (including financial interest in any entity) located outside India 
  6. has signing authority in any account located outside India 
  7. has income from any source outside India 
  8. is a person in whose case tax has been deducted u/s 194N of Income Tax Act,1961
  9. is a person in whose case payment or deduction of tax has been deferred on ESOP
  10. has any brought forward loss or loss to be carried forward under any head of income
  11. has total income exceeding ₹50 lakhs  (excluding LTCG u/s 112A upto ₹1,25,000)

2. ITR-2 – Applicable for Individual (Not eligible for ITR 1) and HUF

This return is applicable for Individual and Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)

Having Income under any head other than Profits and Gains of Business or Profession.Who is not eligible to file ITR-1

​​3. ITR-3- Applicable for Individual and HUF

This return is applicable for Individual and Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)

Having Income under the heads Salary/Pension, House Property, Profits or Gains of Business or Profession, Capital Gains or Income from Other Sources.Who is not eligible to file ITR-1, ITR-2 or ITR-4

4. ITR-4 (SUGAM) – Applicable for Individual, HUF and Firm (other than LLP)

This return is applicable for an Individual or Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), who is Resident other than Not Ordinarily Resident or a Firm (other than LLP) which is a Resident having Total Income under Business or Profession which is computed on a presumptive basis (u/s 44AD / 44ADA / 44AE of Income Tax Act,1961) and income from any of the following sources:

Salary / PensionOne House PropertyOther sources (Interest, Family Pension, Dividend etc.)Agricultural Income up to ₹ 5,000Capital Gain income u/s 112 A (Income Tax Act,1961) up to ₹ 1,25,000

Note 1:

ITR-4 cannot be used by a person who:

  1. is a Director in a company
  2. has short term capital gains 
  3. has Long-term capital gain u/s 112A of Income Tax Act,1961 exceeding ₹1,25,000
  4. has held any unlisted equity shares at any time during the previous year 
  5. has any asset (including financial interest in any entity) located outside India
  6. has signing authority in any account located outside India 
  7. has income from any source outside India 
  8. is a person in whose case payment or deduction of tax has been deferred on ESOP
  9. who has any brought forward loss or loss to be carried forward under any head of income
  10. has total income exceeding ₹50 lakhs (excluding LTCG u/s 112A upto ₹1,25,000)

 Note 2: 

ITR-4 (Sugam) is not mandatory. It is a simplified return form to be used by an Assessee, at his option, if he is eligible to declare Profits and Gains from Business or Profession on presumptive basis u/s 44AD, 44ADA or 44AE of Income Tax Act,1961.

Forms Applicable as per Income Tax Act,1961

1. Form 12BB – Particulars of claims by an employee for deduction of tax (u/s 192 of Income Tax Act,1961)

Provided byDetails provided in the form
An Employee to his Employer(s)Evidence or particulars of HRA, LTC, Deduction of Interest on home loan, Tax Saving Claims / Deductions on eligible payments or investments for the purpose of calculating Tax to be Deducted at Source (TDS)  

2. Form 16 – Certificate of Tax Deducted at Source on Salary (u/s 203 of the Income Tax Act, 1961)

Provided byDetails provided in the form
An Employer(s) to his Employee at the end of the financial yearIncome of employee, Deductions / Exemptions and Tax Deducted at Source for the purpose of Computing Tax Payable / Refundable

3. Form 16A – Certificate u/s 203 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 for TDS on Income other than Salary

Provided byDetails provided in the form
Deductor to DeducteeForm 16A is a Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) Certificate issued quarterly that captures the amount of TDS, Nature of Payments and the TDS Payments deposited with the Income Tax Department

4. Form 67- Statement of Income from a country or specified territory outside India and Foreign Tax Credit

Submitted byDetails provided in the form
Taxpayer on or before the due date specified for furnishing the ITRs u/s 139(1) of Income Tax Act,1961.Income from a country or specified territory outside India and Foreign Tax Credit claimed
5. Form 26 ASAIS (Annual information Statement)
Provided by:Income Tax Department (It is available on e-Filing Portal:Login > e-File > Income Tax Return > View Form 26AS)Provided by:Income Tax Department (It can be accessed after logging on to Income Tax e-Filing portal)Login to e-filing portal > AIS
Details provided in the form:Tax Deducted / Collected at Source.Details provided in the form:Tax Deducted / Collected at SourceSFT InformationPayment of taxesDemand / RefundOther information (like Pending/Completed proceedings, GST Information, Information received from foreign government etc.)

6. Form 15G – Declaration by resident taxpayer (not being a Company or Firm) claiming certain receipts without deduction of tax

Submitted byDetails provided in the form
A Resident Individual less than 60 years or HUF or any other Person (other than Company / Firm) to Bank for not deducting TDS on Interest Income, if the income is below basic exemption limitEstimated Income for the FY

7. Form 15H – Declaration to be made by a resident individual (who is 60 years age or more) claiming certain receipts without deduction of tax

Submitted byDetails provided in the form
A Resident Individual, 60 years or more to Bank for not deducting TDS on Interest IncomeEstimated Income for the FY

8. Form 10E – Form for furnishing particulars of Income for claiming relief u/s 89(1) of Income Tax Act,1961 when Salary is paid in arrears or advance

Submitted by Individual for claiming relief in ITR u/s 89(1)Details provided in the form
An Employee in the Income Tax Department1.Arrears / Advance Salary2.Gratuity3.Compensation for Termination4.Commutation of Pension

Tax Slabs for AY 2026-27***

New Tax Regime Vs Old Tax Regime:

The Finance Act 2023 has amended the provisions of Section 115BAC w.e.f AY 2024-25 to make new tax regime the default tax regime for the assessee being an Individual, HUF, AOP (not being co-operative societies), BOI and or Artificial Juridical Person. However, the eligible taxpayers have the option to opt out of default tax regime and choose to be taxed under old tax regime. The old tax regime refers to the system of income tax calculation and slabs that existed before the introduction of the new tax regime. In the old tax regime, taxpayers have the option to claim various tax deductions and exemptions. However, in default tax regime, tax rates are lower with very few deductions compared to old tax regime.

Non-business case:

In “Non-business cases”, option to change the default tax regime can be exercised every year directly in the ITR and such ITR is required to be filed on or before the due date specified under section 139(1)of the Income Tax Act,1961.  

Business case:

In case of eligible taxpayers having income from business and profession, if assessee wants to opt out of default tax regime, (New Tax regime),they have to furnish Form-10-IEA on or before the due date u/s 139(1) of the Income Tax Act,1961 for furnishing the return of income. Also, for the purpose of withdrawal of such option i.e. re-entering into default tax regime (New Tax regime) shall also be done by way of furnishing Form No.10-IEA on or before the due date specified u/s 139(1)of the Income Tax Act,1961 for furnishing return of income. However, option to withdraw from the old tax regime and re-enter into default tax regime (New Tax regime) ,is available only in subsequent AY and is available only once in lifetime for eligible taxpayers having income from business and profession.

1.Tax rates for Individual (resident or non-resident) less than 60 years of age anytime during the previous year are as below:

Old Tax RegimeNew Tax Regime u/s 115BAC of Income Tax Act,1961
Income Tax SlabIncome Tax RateIncome Tax SlabIncome Tax Rate
Up to ₹ 2,50,000   Nil Up to ₹ 4,00,000Nil
₹ 2,50,001 –
₹ 5,00,000
5% above ₹ 2,50,000₹ 4,00,001 –
₹ 8,00,000
5% above ₹ 4,00,000
₹ 5,00,001 –
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 12,500 + 20% above
₹ 5,00,000
₹ 8,00,001 –
₹ 12,00,000
₹ 20,000 + 10% above ₹ 8,00,000
Above
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 1,12,500 + 30% above
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 12,00,001 – ₹ 16,00,000₹ 60,000 + 15% above ₹ 12,00,000
 ₹ 16,00,001 – ₹ 20,00,000₹ 1,20,000 + 20% above ₹ 16,00,000
 ₹ 20,00,001 – ₹ 24,00,000₹ 2,00,000 + 25% above ₹ 20,00,000
  Above ₹ 24,00,000₹ 3,00,000 + 30% above ₹ 24,00,000

2. Tax rates for Individual (resident or non-resident), 60 years or more but less than 80 years of age anytime during the previous year are as under:

Old Tax RegimeNew Tax Regime u/s 115BAC of Income Tax Act,1961
Income Tax SlabIncome Tax Rate Income Tax SlabIncome Tax Rate
Up to₹ 3,00,000   Nil Up to₹ 4,00,000Nil
₹ 3,00,001 –
₹ 5,00,000
5% above ₹ 3,00,000₹ 4,00,001 –
₹ 8,00,000
5% above ₹ 4,00,000
₹ 5,00,001 –
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 10,000 + 20% above ₹ 5,00,000₹ 8,00,001 –
₹ 12,00,000
₹ 20,000 + 10% above
₹ 8,00,000
Above
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 1,10,000 + 30% above ₹ 10,00,000₹ 12,00,001 –
₹ 16,00,000
₹ 60,000 + 15% above
₹ 12,00,000
 ₹ 16,00,001 –
₹ 20,00,000
₹ 1,20,000 + 20% above
₹ 16,00,000
 ₹ 20,00,001 –
₹ 24,00,000
₹ 2,00,000 + 25% above
₹ 20,00,000
 Above
₹ 24,00,000
₹ 3,00,000 + 30% above
₹ 24,00,000

3.Tax rates for Individual (resident or non-resident) 80 years of age or more anytime during the previous year are as under:

Old Tax RegimeNew Tax Regime u/s 115BAC of Income Tax Act,1961
Income Tax SlabIncome Tax RateIncome Tax SlabIncome Tax Rate
Up to
₹ 5,00,000    
NilUp to ₹ 4,00,000Nil
₹ 5,00,001 –
₹ 10,00,000**
20% above ₹ 5,00,000₹ 4,00,001 – 
₹ 8,00,000**
5% above 
₹ 4,00,000
above ₹ 10,00,000₹ 1,00,000 + 30% above
₹ 10,00,000
₹ 8,00,001 – 
₹ 12,00,000
₹ 20,000 + 10% above
₹ 8,00,000
  ₹ 12,00,001 – 
₹ 16,00,000
₹ 60,000 + 15% above 
₹ 12,00,000
  ₹ 16,00,001 – 
₹ 20,00,000
₹ 1,20,000 + 20% above 
₹ 16,00,000
  ₹ 20,00,001 –
₹ 24,00,000
₹ 2,00,000 + 25% above 
₹ 20,00,000
  Above
₹ 24,00,000
₹ 3,00,000 + 30% above
₹ 24,00,000

Applicable Surcharge Rates:

Income LimitSurcharge Rate on the amount of Income Tax  (New Tax Regime)Surcharge Rate on the amount of Income Tax(Old Tax Regime)
Up to Rs. 50 lakhsNilNil
Rs. 50 lakhs to Rs. 1 Crore10%10%
Rs. 1 Crore to Rs. 2 Crores15%15%
Rs. 2 Crores to Rs. 5 Crores25%25%
Above Rs. 5 Crores25%37%

*Note: The enhanced surcharge of 25% & 37%, as the case may be, is not levied, from income chargeable to tax under sections 111A, 112, 112A and Dividend Income. Hence, the maximum rate of surcharge on tax payable on such incomes shall be 15%, except when the income is taxable under section 115A, 115AB, 115AC, 115ACA and 115E.


**Applicable Rebate u/s 87A of Income Tax Act,1961: Resident Individuals are also eligible for a Rebate of up to 100% of income tax subject to a maximum limit depending on tax regimes as under:

 Tax RegimeRebate LimitRebate condition
New Tax Regime₹ 60,000Taxable income shall not exceed 12,00,000
Old Tax Regime₹ 12,500Taxable income shall not exceed 5,00,000

***Note : Health & Education cess @ 4% to be paid on the amount of income tax plus Surcharge (if any) in both the regimes.

Marginal relief can be claimed from surcharge if the amount of income earned exceeds ₹50 lakhs, ₹ 1 crore, ₹ 2 crores or ₹ 5 crores respectively under old tax regime and the amount of income earned exceeding ₹ 50 lakhs, ₹ 1 crore, ₹ 2 crores respectively under new tax regime as under:

Net Income Range Marginal Relief
Exceeds (₹)Does not exceed (₹)
50 Lakhs1 CroreAmount payable as income tax and surcharge shall not exceed the total amount payable as income tax on total income of ₹ 50 Lakhs by more than the amount of income that exceeds ₹ 50 Lakhs
1 Crore2 CroresAmount payable as income tax and surcharge shall not exceed the total amount payable as income tax on total income of ₹ 1 crore by more than the amount of income that exceeds ₹ 1 crore
2 Crores5 CroresAmount payable as income tax and surcharge shall not exceed the total amount payable as income tax on total income of ₹ 2 crores by more than the amount of income that exceeds ₹ 2 crores
5 Crores–Amount payable as income tax and surcharge shall not exceed the total amount payable as income tax on total income of ₹ 5 crores by more than the amount of income that exceeds ₹ 5 crores.

Investments / Payments / Incomes on which I can get tax benefit

A.Deductions will be available to a taxpayer opting for the New Tax Regime u/s 115BAC of Income tax Act,1961

1. Section 24(b) – Deduction from Income from House Property on interest paid on housing loan:

Section 24(b) – Deduction from Income from House Property on interest paid on housing loan
Nature of PropertyPurpose of loanAllowable (Maximum limit)Details Required to fill in ITR
Let OutConstruction or purchase of house propertyActual value without any limit (But loss if any under the head “Income from house property” cannot be set off against any other heads in schedule CYLA and cannot be carry forward to further years)Loan taken from bank / Other than bankName of the bank / institution / person from whom the loan is takenLoan Account Number of the bank / institution.Date of sanction of loanTotal Amount of loansLoan outstanding as on last date of financial yearInterest on borrowed capital u/s 24(b)

New Tax Deductions

2. Tax deductions specified under Chapter VIA of the Income Tax Act,1961

Section 80CCD (2)
Deduction towards contribution made by an employer to the Pension Scheme of Central Government
For all categories of employersDeduction limit of 14% of salary
Section 80CCH
Deduction in respect of contribution to Agnipath Scheme
Where an assessee, being an individual enrolled in the Agnipath Scheme and subscribing to the Agniveer Corpus Fund on or after the 1st day of November 2022, has in the previous year paid or deposited any amount in his account in the said fundAllowed a deduction in the computation of total income, of the whole of the amount so paid or deposited
Where the Central Government makes any contribution to the account of an assessee in the Agniveer Corpus FundAllowed a deduction in the computation of total income of the whole of the amount so contributed 

B.Tax deductions available to a taxpayer opting for the Old Tax Regime

Section 24(b) of Income Tax Act, 1961 – Deduction from Income from House Property on interest paid on housing loan & housing improvement loan. In case of self- occupied property, the upper limit for deduction of interest paid on housing loan is ₹ 2 lakh. Interest on loan u/s 24(b) allowable is tabulated below:

Nature of PropertyWhen loan was takenPurpose of loanAllowable (Maximum limit)Details Required
Self-OccupiedOn or after 1/04/1999Construction or purchase of house property ₹ 2,00,000Loan taken from bank / Other than bankName of the bank / institution / person from whom the loan is takenLoan Account Number of the bank / institution .Date of sanction of loanTotal Amount of loanLoan outstanding as on last date of financial yearInterest on borrowed capital u/s 24(b)
On or after 1/04/1999For Repairs of house property ₹ 30,000
Before 1/04/1999Construction or purchase of house property ₹ 30,000
Before 1/04/1999For Repairs of house property ₹ 30,000
Let OutAny timeConstruction or purchase of house property Actual value without any limit.Maximum loss allowed to set off during the AY is Rs.2,00,000 against other heads of income and balance can be carry forward to future years up to 8 Assessment years.

2.Tax deductions specified under Chapter VIA of the Income Tax Act, 1961

Section 80C, 80CCC, 80CCD (1)
Deduction towards payments made to
80CLife Insurance PremiumProvident FundSubscription to certain equity sharesTuition FeesNational Savings CertificateHousing Loan PrincipalOther various itemsCombined deduction limit of ₹ 1,50,000 Details to be filled in ITR for each eligible payment: Policy number or document identification numberAmount eligible for deduction u/s 80C
80CCCAnnuity plan of LIC or another insurer towards Pension Scheme 
80CCD (1)Pension Scheme of Central Government 
Section 80CCD(1B)
Deduction towards payments made to Pension Scheme of Central Government, excluding deduction claimed under 80CCD (1)Deduction limit of ₹ 50,000

Please Note:
1. Taxpayers claiming deduction u/s 80C, must provide the details as below:

  • Amount eligible for deduction u/s 80C
  • Policy number or document identification number


2. Taxpayers claiming deduction u/s 80CCD (1),80CCD (1B) must provide the details as below:

  • Amount of contribution
  • PRAN of taxpayer
Section 80CCD (2)
Deduction towards contribution made by an employer to the Pension Scheme of Central Government
If the Employer is a PSU or OthersDeduction limit of 10% of salary
If the Employer is Central or State GovernmentDeduction limit of 14% of salary 
Section 80CCH
Deduction in respect of contribution to Agnipath Scheme
Where an assessee, being an individual enrolled in the Agnipath Scheme and subscribing to the Agniveer Corpus Fund on or after the 1st day of November 2022, has in the previous year paid or deposited any amount in his account in the said fundAllowed a deduction in the computation of total income, of the whole of the amount so paid or deposited
Where the Central Government makes any contribution to the account of an assessee in the Agniveer Corpus Fund Allowed a deduction in the computation of total income of the whole of the amount so contributed 
Section 80D
Deduction towards payments made to Health Insurance Premium & Preventive Health check up
For Self / Spouse or Dependent Children₹ 25,000 (₹ 50,000 if any person is a Senior Citizen)
₹ 5,000 for preventive health checkup, included in above limit
For Parents₹ 25,000 (₹50,000 if any person is a Senior Citizen)
₹ 5,000 for preventive health checkup, included in above limit
Deduction towards Medical Expenditure incurred on a Senior Citizen, if no premium is paid on health insurance coverage
For Self/    Spouse or Dependent ChildrenDeduction limit of ₹ 50,000
For ParentsDeduction limit of ₹ 50,000

Note: 

Taxpayers claiming deduction u/s 80 D, must provide the details as below: 

  • Name of the Insurer (Insurance Company)
  • Policy Number
  • Health Insurance amount
Section 80DD
Deduction towards payments made towards maintenance or medical treatment of a Disabled Dependent or Paid / Deposited any amount under relevant approved schemeFlat deduction of ₹ 75,000available for a person with Disability, irrespective of expense incurred. The deduction is ₹ 1,25,000if the person has Severe Disability (80% or more).

Please note: For claiming deduction u/s 80DD, below details need to be provided in ITR:

  • Nature Of Disability
  • Type of Disability
  • Amount of Deduction
  • Type of dependent
  • PAN of the Dependent
  • Aadhaar of the Dependent
  • Acknowledgement no. of form 10 IA filed in case of autism, cerebral palsy, or multiple disabilities.
  • UDID number (if available)
Section 80DDB
Deduction towards payments made towards Medical treatment of Self or Dependent for specified diseasesDeduction limit of ₹ 40,000 (₹ 1,00,000 if Senior Citizen)
Section 80E
Deduction towards interest payments made on loan for higher education of Self or relativeTotal amount paid towards interest on loan taken

Note:

For claiming deduction under section 80E, details below need to be provided in ITR:

  • Loan taken from bank / institution
  • Name of the institution / bank from which the loan is taken
  • Loan Account Number of the bank / institution
  • Date of sanction of loan
  • Total Amount of loans
  • Loan outstanding as on last date of financial year
  • Interest u/s 80E
Section 80EE
Deduction towards interest payments made on loan taken for acquisition of residential house property where the loan is sanctioned between 1st April 2016 to 31st March 2017Deduction limit of ₹ 50,000 on the interest paid on loan taken

Note:
For claiming deduction under section 80EE, details below need to be provided in ITR:

  • Loan taken from bank / institution
  • Name of the institution / bank from which the loan is taken
  • Loan Account Number of the bank / institution
  • Date of sanction of loan
  • Total Amount of loans
  • Loan outstanding as on last date of financial year
  • Interest u/s 80EE
Section 80EEA
Deduction available only to individuals towards interest payments made on loan taken for acquisition of residential house property for the first time where the loan is sanctioned between 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2022 & deduction should not have been claimed u/s 80EEDeduction limit of ₹ 1,50,000 on the interest paid on loan take

Note:
For claiming deduction under section 80EEA, details below need to be provided in ITR:

  • Stamp value of residential house property    
  • Loan taken from bank / institution
  • Name of the institution / bank from which the loan is taken
  • Loan Account Number of the bank / institution
  • Date of sanction of loan
  • Total Amount of loans
  • Loan outstanding as on last date of financial year
  • Interest u/s 80EEA

Please note that the deduction u/s 80EEA can be claimed only if the limit in section 24(b) is exhausted. Also, either 80EE or 80EEA can be claimed by taxpayers based on loan sanction date and other eligible conditions. 

Section 80EEB
Deduction towards interest payments made on loan for purchase of Electric Vehicle where the loan is sanctioned between 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2023Deduction limit of ₹ 1,50,000 on the interest paid on loan taken

Note:
For claiming deduction under section 80EEB, details below need to be provided in ITR:

  • Loan taken from bank / institution
  • Name of the institution / bank from which the loan is taken
  • Loan Account Number of the bank / institution
  • Date of sanction of loan
  • Total Amount of loans
  • Loan outstanding as on last date of financial year
  • Interest u/s 80EEB
  • Vehicle Registration number
Section 80G
Deduction towards Donations made to prescribed Funds, Charitable Institutions, etc. Donations are eligible for deduction under the below categories
Without any limit100% deduction
50% deduction
Subject to qualifying limit100% deduction
50% deduction
Note: No deduction shall be allowed under this section in respect of donations made in cash exceeding ₹ 2000/-
Section 80GG
Deduction towards rent paid for house & applicable to only those who are self-employed or for whom HRA is not part of Salary Least of the following shall be allowed as deduction
Rent paid reduced by 10% of Total Income before this deduction₹ 5,000 per month                25% of Total Income (excluding long term capital gains, short term capital gains under section 111A or income under section 115A or 115D)
Note: For claiming deduction u/s 80GG, it is mandatory to file mandatorily Form 10BA and enter the acknowledgement number of Form 10BA in Schedule 80GG while filing the return of Income.
Section 80GGA
Deduction towards Donations made for Scientific Research or Rural DevelopmentDonations are eligible for deduction under the below categories
Research Association or University, College or other Institution for
Scientific ResearchSocial Science or Statistical Research
Association or Institution for 
Rural DevelopmentConservation of Natural Resources or for Afforestation
PSU or Local Authority or an association or institution approved by the National Committee for carrying out any eligible projectFunds notified by Central Government for
AfforestationRural Development
National Urban Poverty Eradication Fund as setup and notified by Central Government 
Note: No deduction shall be allowed under this Section in respect of donation made in cash exceeding ₹ 2000/- or if Gross Total Income includes income from Profit / Gains of Business / Profession
Section 80GGC
Deduction towards contribution made to Political Party or Electoral TrustNo deduction will be allowed if any contribution is made in cash.
Section 80TTA
Deduction on interest received on saving bank accounts by Non-Senior CitizensDeduction limit of ₹ 10,000/-
Section 80TTB
Deduction on interest received on deposits by Resident Senior CitizensDeduction limit of ₹ 50,000/-
 Section 80U
Deductions for a resident individual taxpayer with DisabilityFlat ₹ 75,000 deduction for a person with Disability, irrespective of expense incurredFlat ₹ 1,25,000 deduction for a person with Severe Disability (80% or more), irrespective of expense incurred 

Note: 

For claiming deduction u/s 80U, below details need to be provided:

  • Nature Of Disability
  • Type of Disability
  • Amount of Deduction
  • Acknowledgement no. of Form 10IA filed in case of autism, cerebral palsy, or multiple disabilities.
  • UDID number (if available)

Updated: 07-May-2026

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Previously, taxpayers encountered difficulties when trying to rectify errors in their ITRs. If the Centralised Processing Centre (CPC) had the necessary access rights, rectification applications could be submitted electronically. However, when access rights were transferred to the AO, taxpayers were required to submit paper-based requests.

How to file a Rectification Application

Taxpayers now have the option to submit rectification requests online, even if their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) are under review by the Assessing Officer (AO). This enhanced feature simplifies the rectification process, eliminating the need for manual submissions that were frequently associated with delays and complications.

The updated system will allow taxpayers to file rectification requests online, regardless of who holds access rights.

Please access the Income Tax Return (ITR) e-filing portal.

Enter your credentials (User ID, password, and Captcha code) to log in.

After logging in, navigate to the ‘services’ tab.

Select ‘rectification’ from the drop-down menu.

Within the rectification section, opt for ‘Request to AO Seeking Rectification’.

Click on ‘New Request’ on the subsequent webpage to begin your rectification application.

Who can benefit from rectification facility? 

The new feature addresses various issues, including discrepancies in reported income and tax records, missing or incorrect Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) credits, and exclusions of eligible deductions or exemptions.

In a recent development, the Income Tax Department has introduced a significant update for eligible taxpayers seeking the Section 87A tax rebate in the financial year 2023-24.

As of December 31, 2024, affected taxpayers have the option to file revised or belated Income Tax Returns (ITR) to claim the rebate.

Qualified individuals can submit revised or belated ITRs through the e-filing portal or the ITR filing utility. The department has confirmed that updated utilities for ITR forms 2 and 3, with the ability to claim the Section 87A rebate, will be available soon.

ITR filing deadline extension big update

ITR Filing Last Date FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25): The Income Tax Department has not extended the deadline for filing income tax returns (ITR) for FY 2023-24 for taxpayers subject to audit and other designated income taxpayers.

Earlier, the tax department extended the deadline by 15 days for ITR filing for FY 2023-24 for audit cases from the original deadline of October 31, 2024. No further extension was announced by the tax department regarding this deadline.

Penalty for ITR filing now

A taxpayer who must file an ITR by November 15, 2024, can still file his tax return. This will be termed a belated ITR. While filing a belated ITR, he will be required to pay a penalty (also known as a late filing fee).

The last date to file belated ITR for FY 2023-2024 (AY 2024-25) is December 31, 2024.

The last date to file belated ITR for FY 2023-2024 (AY 2024-25) is December 31, 2024.

A penalty of up to Rs 5,000 will be levied under Section 234F. The penalty amount will depend on the taxable income.

Along with the penalty, a taxpayer will be subject to certain other consequences as well. This includes penal interest under sections 234A and 234B. While filing a belated ITR, the taxpayer will not be allowed to carry forward losses.

Income Tax Filing Due Dates for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25)

Category of TaxpayerDue Date for Tax Filing – FY 2023-24
*(unless extended)
Individual / HUF/ AOP/ BOI     
(books of accounts not required to be audited)
31st July 2024
Businesses (Requiring Audit)15th November 2024
Businesses requiring transfer pricing reports   
(in case of international/specified domestic transactions)
30th November 2024
Revised return31st December 2024
Belated/late return31st December 2024
Updated return31 March 2027 (2 years from the end of the relevant Assessment Year)

Consequences of Missing the ITR Filing Deadline

Interest

If you submit your return after the deadline, you will be liable to pay interest at a rate of 1% per month or part month on the unpaid tax amount as per Section 234A.

Late fee

In case of late filing, Section 234F imposes a late fee of Rs.5,000, which shall be reduced to Rs.1,000 if your total income is below Rs.5 lakh.

Loss Adjustment

In case you have incurred losses from sources like the stock market, mutual funds, properties, or any of your businesses, you have the option to carry them forward and offset them against your income in the subsequent year. This provision substantially reduces your tax liability in future years. However, you will not be allowed to carry forward these losses if you miss filing your ITR before the deadline.

Belated Return

If you miss the ITR filing due date, you can file a return after the due date, called a belated return. However, you will still have to pay the late fee and interest charges, and you will not be allowed to carry forward any losses for future adjustments. The last date for filing a belated return is 31st December of the assessment year (unless extended by the government). Therefore, for this year, you may submit the belated return by 31 December 2024 at the latest.

Updated Return

Still, if you miss the 31st December deadline due to unavoidable reasons still you can file the updated (ITR U) return subject to the conditions specified therein.

What are Financial Year (FY) and Assessment Year (AY)?

The return you will file in the upcoming year is for the income you earned in FY 2023-24, i.e. for the income earned between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024. The assessment year is the review year for FY 2023-2024, where you file your returns and declare your returns by declaring all the incomes, exemptions, deductions, losses etc., already made or incurred during the year for tax assessment. For the income earned during the FY (here FY 2023-24), the assessment year would be the immediately next year, i.e. 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025. Hence, the assessment year would be AY 2024-25.

Important Due Dates for Paying Advance Tax Instalments for FY 2024-25

Whenever we talk about income tax, there are certain tax formalities that need to be followed within the specified due dates, such as filing income tax returns, paying advance tax on time, etc.   

The due dates for the payment of advance tax are:

Due dateNature of complianceTax to be paid
15th June 2024First instalment15% of tax liability
15th September 2024Second instalment45% of tax liability
15th December 2024Third Instalment75% of tax liability
15th March 2025Fourth instalment100% of tax liability
15th March 2025Presumptive scheme100% of tax liability

Understanding ITR Forms and Advance Tax for Different Income Scenarios

Which ITR form will help me declare my cash receipts?

Is there a new income tax return (ITR) form to declare cash receipts? How can I show the cash withdrawn from my bank account for the purpose of an emergency that did not materialise and was deposited back in the account or cash loan extended to my house help or driver for their emergency and later returned by them?

—Bimla

You are referring to the recently released ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms for AY2024-25

In ITR-4 (largely applicable for presumptive taxation), an additional field to report ‘receipts in cash’ has been included in Schedule ‘BP- details of income from business or profession’, wherein the taxpayer to whom such form is applicable is required to report cash receipts as part of break-up of gross turnover during the year.

Personal cash receipts which were withdrawn earlier are not required to be reported under the aforesaid field.

On a separate note, cash in hand (as on 31 March of the financial year) is required to be reported under schedule AL, if that is applicable.

My mom, who is 62 years old and has no professional or business income, sold her land on 21 August 2023 and now has to pay a good amount of tax towards long-term captal gains. Does my mom, who earns from rental income alone, need to pay advance tax or can she pay her taxes by 31 July 2024?

— Bhavik

As per the Income-tax Act, an individual is not required to pay advance tax provided all the below conditions are satisfied:

The individual qualifies as a tax resident of India; the individual does not have any income chargeable under the head “profits and gains of business or profession”; and the individual is of the age of sixty years or more at any time during the year. Since your mother is above the age of 60 and does not have any professional or business income, she is not required to pay advance tax on her income. She can choose to pay the tax at the time of filing her tax return, as self – assessment tax.

Parizad Sirwalla is partner and head, global mobility services, tax, KPMG in India.

Income Tax Department’s Big Announcement on Income Tax Returns Form FY 2023-24 & AY 2024-25

The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued Notification No. 105/2023-Income Tax, dated 22nd December, 2023, to amend the Income-tax Rules, 1962 for the Assessment Year 2024-25 / Financial Year 2023-24. The amendment includes changes to Form ITR-1 SAHAJ and Form ITR-4 SUGAM. These changes are effective from April 1st, 2024. The notification also emphasizes the importance of checking Form 26AS before filing income tax returns. The complete details can be found in the notification.

CBDT notifies ITR 1 and ITR 4 for Assessment Year (AY) 2024-25 / Financial Year (FY) 2023-24 vide Notification No. 105/2023-Income Tax Dated: 22nd December, 2023.

Notification No. 105/2023-Income Tax Dated: 22nd December, 2023

G.S.R. 908(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by section 139 read with section 295 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (43 of 1961), the Central Board of Direct Taxes hereby makes the following rules further to amend Income-tax Rules, 1962, namely:-

1. Short title and commencement.— (1) These rules may be called the Income-tax (Thirtieth Amendment) Rules, 2023. (2) They shall come into force with effect from the 1st day of April, 2024;

2. In the Income-tax Rules, 1962 (hereinafter referred to as the principal rules), in rule 12.—

(i) in sub-rule (1), in the opening portion, for the figure “2023”, the figure “2024” shall be substituted;

(ii) in sub-rule (5), for the figures “2022”, the figures “2023” shall be substituted.

Read more at: Important To Check Form 26AS before Filing Income Tax Returns

3. In the principal rules, in APPENDIX II, — (i) for Form ITR-1 SAHAJ, the following Form shall be substituted, namely:-

(ii) for Form ITR-4 SUGAM, the following Form shall be substituted, namely:-

[Notification No. 105/2023/ F. No. 370142/45/2023-TPL (Part-I)] SURBENDU THAKUR, Under Secy. Tax Policy & Legislation

Note: The principal rules were published vide notification number S.O.s 969(E) dated the 26th March, 1961 and last amended vide notification number G.S.R. 900 dated the 19th December, 2023.

Read more at: Income Tax Returns and Forms Applicable for Salaried Individuals for AY 2023-24

Income Tax Department’s send big update for ITR E-filing process

Complete your e-filing process today! Do not forget to verify your ITR within 30 days of filing. Delayed verification may lead to levy of late fee in accordance with provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.

Don’t delay, verify your ITR today!

Latest Updates:
The CBDT has reduced the time limit of ITR verification to 30 days (from 120 days) from the date of return submission. The new rule is applicable for the returns filed online on or after 1st August 2022. 

E-verification is the most convenient and instant method for verifying your ITR. However, if you prefer not to e-verify, you have the option to verify it by sending a physical copy of the ITR-V. 

Steps to e-Verify Your Tax Return

There are several methods available for e-verifying your ITR:

  1. e-Verify through Cleartax
  2. Generate Aadhaar OTP
  3. Existing Aadhaar OTP
  4. Existing EVC
  5. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
  6. Generate EVC through a bank account
  7. Generate EVC through the Net Banking
  8. Generate EVC through DEMAT account
  9. Generate EVC through bank ATM option (offline)

E-verification on Income Tax Portal

Now let us see how to e-verify your ITR on the Income Tax e-Filing portal. 

Method 1: e-Verification Through Aadhaar OTP


You will see a pop-up window on your screen. Tick the checkbox stating ‘I agree to validate my Aadhaar details’ and then click on ‘Generate Aadhaar OTP.

  • Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your registered mobile number and click on the ‘Validate’ button. On successful submission, your ITR will be verified. 
    Note: OTP will be valid only for 15 minutes.

Method 2: e-Verification Through Aadhaar OTP Already Available

  • If you already have Aadhaar OTP available with you: Select ‘I already have an OTP on Mobile number registered with Aadhaar’.
e-Verification Through Aadhaar OTP
  • Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Continue’.
e-Verification Aadhaar OTP

Method 3: e-Verification Through Existing EVC

  • If you already have an EVC code, select ‘I already have an Electronic Verification Code (EVC)’.
 e-Verification Through Existing EVC
  • Enter the EVC and click on ‘Continue’.
evc

Method 4: e-Verification Using Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

However, if your books of accounts are audited, the return must be e-verified using a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).  

  • On the e-verify page, select the option ‘I would like to e-Verify using Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)’. 
e-Verification Using Digital Signature Certificate
  • Now download and install the ’emsigner utility’.
verify with Digital Signature Certificate
  • After you download and install the emsigner utility, select the option ‘I have downloaded and installed emsigner utility’ and ‘Continue’.
verify with digital signature certificate
  • Add the ‘provider’, ‘certificate’, and ‘provider password’ on the Data Sign page. Then, simply click on the ‘Sign’ button.
data sign

After completing the process, you will see a success message and a Transaction ID. Make sure to record the Transaction ID for future use. Additionally, a confirmation message will be sent to the email address and mobile number registered with the e-Filing portal.

Method 5: e-Verification Through Net Banking

If you want to e-verify using the net banking facility, you need to have an active net banking facility on your bank account.

  • Select ‘Through Net Banking’ option and click on ‘Continue’.
e-Verification Through Net Banking
  • Choose your bank and click on ‘Continue’. 
login with net banking
  • Review and acknowledge the disclaimer and ‘Continue’.
disclaimer
  • You will be redirected to the login page of your bank’s net banking portal. 
  • Enter your net banking credentials 
  • You will have an ‘e-verify your return’ option. Select that. 
  • You will again be redirected to the e-filing portal. 
  • Go to the respective ITR form and click on ‘e-verify.
e-verify

Method 6: e-Verification Through Bank Account

e-Verification Through Bank Account
  • Enter the EVC received on your mobile number and email ID registered with your bank account and click on the ‘e-verify’ button.
Enter the EVC received on your mobile number and email ID

Method 7: e-Verification Through Demat Account

  • Verifying ITR through a Demat account is similar to verification via a bank account.
  • The only difference is that the EVC will be generated and sent to your mobile number and email ID registered with your prevalidated and EVC-enabled Demat account. 
  • On the ‘e-Verify’ page, select ‘Through Demat Account’ and click ‘Continue’
e-Verification Through Demat Account
  • Enter EVC  received and click on the ‘e-Verify’ button.
mobile number and email ID

Method 8: e-Verification Through Bank ATM

There is another offline method of generating EVC. It is through bank ATM cards. This facility is available only for limited banks such as Canara Bank, Axis Bank, Central Bank of India, SBI, ICICI Bank, IDBI Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. All you will need to do is visit your bank’s ATM and swipe your ATM card. 

  • Enter your ATM PIN and select ‘Generate EVC for income tax filing’. 
  • An EVC will be sent to your mobile number and email ID registered with the e-filing portal. It is important to note that your PAN must be registered with the bank. 
  • Next, log in to your account and select ‘I already have an Electronic Verification Code (EVC)’. Now, enter the EVC code and click on e-verify.

Note:

  1. If you want to e-verify without login to your e-filing account, please visit this page.
  2. If you want to verify your ITR offline, download ITR acknowledgment and send the physical ITR receipt to the CPC. Know the steps for sending the physical copy of ITR-V.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it mandatory to verify ITR?

Uploading ITR alone does not complete the return filing process. Verification of return is important to complete the return filing  process.

Is it possible to verify my returns online if I filed them over 30 days ago and the 30 day time limit has elapsed?

Yes, you can still verify your returns online. However, you will need to submit a ‘condonation request’ for condonation of delay, providing a valid reason for the delay. The verification of your return will only be considered complete after the Income Tax Department approves the condonation request.

Can someone else verify my return on my behalf, such as an Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee?

Yes, an Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee can e-Verify your return on your behalf. They can use any of the following methods:

  • Aadhaar OTP: An OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar of the Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee.
  • Net Banking: An EVC generated through net banking will be sent to the mobile number and email ID registered with the e-filing portal of the Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee.
  • Bank Account / Demat Account EVC: An EVC generated through the pre-validated and EVC-enabled bank account or demat account will be sent to the mobile number and email ID registered with the e-filing portal of the Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee.

How will I know that my e-Verification is complete? 

If you are e-Verifying your own return, the following will indicate that your return has been verified:

  • A success message will be displayed, along with a Transaction ID.
  • An email will be sent to the email ID registered with the e-filing portal.

If an Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee is e-Verifying on your behalf, the following will indicate that your return has been verified:

  • A success message will be displayed, along with a Transaction ID.
  • After successful verification, an email confirmation will be sent to the primary email ID of both the Authorized Signatory or Representative Assessee and your email ID.

If my registered mobile number is not updated with Aadhaar, can I still e-verify my return using Aadhaar OTP?

No, you need to update your mobile number with Aadhaar to e-verify your return using Aadhaar OTP.

If my demat account or bank account is inactive, can I still e-verify my return using it?

No, you need to have an active demat or bank account that is pre-validated and EVC-enabled on the e-filing portal to e-verify your return using your demat account or bank account.

Will there be any penalty for delaying the e-Verification process?

If you fail to verify your return on time, it will be considered as if you have not filed your return, resulting in the consequences associated with not filing a return. However, you can request condonation of delay by providing an appropriate reason. Only after submitting such a request and having it approved by the Income Tax Authority, your return will be considered valid.

How can I verify my return?

You can verify your return electronically. You can e-verify your return on ClearTax. See the steps given above. An online e-verification can be done using any of these methods:

  • OTP on mobile number registered with Aadhaar, or
  • Net Banking, or
  • EVC generated through your pre-validated demat account, or
  • EVC generated through your pre-validated bank account, or
  • EVC through ATM (offline method), or
  • Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
  • Aadhaar OTP or EVC generated through net banking, bank account, or Demat account. 

If you cannot e-verify your return, you can download the return filing acknowledgement, i.e. ITR-V, print, sign, and send the same to the CPC, Bangalore, to process your return.

Further, suppose you are filing a return manually (if you are not bound to file your return online). In that case, you may sign your return of income for verifying it and submit the same in the office of your jurisdictional income.

What is the ‘capacity’ column in the verification tab of the income tax return?

A return can be verified and signed by the individual himself or any person authorised under Section 140(a). Following are the cases where a person other than the individual can sign: 

  1. Where the individual is not in India– any person he authorises to sign on his behalf 
  2. If he is mentally incapacitated– his guardian or any other person competent to act on his behalf 
  3. For any other reason– if the individual is unable to sign, any person whom he authorises to sign on his behalf

How can one generate an Aadhaar OTP to e-verify return?

After filing ITR, it can be e-verified using an Aadhaar OTP. To e-verify through Aadhaar, you must link your Aadhaar with your PAN and registered mobile number. After doing so, follow the below steps to e-verify: 

  • Click on the ‘e-File’ menu and select ‘e-Verify Return’.
  • Click on the e-verify link and select Option 3 – ‘I would like to e-verify using OTP on a mobile number registered with Aadhaar’.
  • You will get an OTP on your registered mobile number.
  • Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Validate’ button

I have e-filed my return. I have printed my ITR-V, signed it, and sent it to CPC. However, I have received a notice from CPC that they have not received ITR-V yet. Also, 30 days from when I filed my return has also lapsed. What should I do?

You may resend your ITR-V once again to CPC. You will not be treated as a taxpayer not having filed his return as long as you can show sufficient proof of having sent the ITR V to CPC for the first time.

What to Do If You Make a Mistake in Your Income Tax Return (ITR)

The process of filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) and what to do if a mistake is made in the filing.

Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR): Ensuring Accuracy and Correcting Mistakes

Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) is a crucial responsibility for every taxpayer. It is important to calculate your income and deductions accurately to avoid any complications in the process. However, errors or omissions can sometimes occur, even with the utmost care. In such situations, it is essential to be aware of the proper course of action to rectify the mistake.

Mistake in ITR: Before Verifying

If you realize that you have made a mistake in your ITR after submitting it but before verifying it, you cannot simply file a new ITR without verifying the first one. The income tax portal will not allow you to do so, as per the rules. Even if you manage to upload a corrected ITR without verifying the original one, you are likely to receive a notice from the tax department. Therefore, the first step in correcting your mistake is to verify the ITR you have already filed.

Mistake in ITR: After Verifying

Once you have verified your ITR and discovered an error or omission, you can file a revised ITR to correct the mistake. It is important to note that a revised ITR is filed under Section 139 (5) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. When submitting a revised ITR, you are required to mention the acknowledgement number of the original ITR and its filing date.

Importance of ITR Verification

When filing an ITR for the first time, it is known as an original ITR and is submitted under Section 139 (1) of the Income Tax Act. Verifying the ITR within 30 days of filing is crucial to complete the tax filing process. Failure to verify your ITR renders it invalid, potentially leading to penalties or consequences. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure timely verification to avoid any complications.

Caution While Filing Revised ITRs

While there is no limit to the number of times an ITR can be revised, it is important to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary revisions. Filing multiple revised ITRs without valid reasons can attract scrutiny from the income tax department. It is advisable to thoroughly review your ITR before submission to reduce the chances of errors or omissions.

Key Deadlines

The last date to file the original ITR for individuals whose accounts are not required to be audited for the fiscal year 2022-23 (assessment year 2023-24) is July 31, 2023. However, the deadline for filing a revised ITR for this period is December 31, 2023. It is crucial to adhere to these deadlines to avoid any complications or penalties.

Recommendations from Chartered Accountants

According to tax experts and chartered accountants, if a mistake is realized after submitting the ITR but before verification, it is advisable to first verify the original ITR. Once verified, you can file a revised ITR to rectify the errors. This approach ensures compliance with the rules and regulations set by the income tax department.

In conclusion, filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) accurately is important to ensure a smooth and hassle-free tax filing process. However, mistakes can happen, and it is crucial to be aware of the appropriate steps to rectify them. By verifying the original ITR and subsequently filing a revised ITR, taxpayers can correct any errors or omissions and maintain compliance with the income tax regulations. Remember to review your ITR carefully before submission to minimize the chances of mistakes, ensuring a seamless tax filing experience.

Income tax return (ITR) forms can lead to confusion if you do not calculate your income or deductions properly. So, what can you do if you make a mistake in your ITR but realise it after submitting but before verifying it? Can you skip verifying the wrong ITR and file it afresh or do you need to verify the ITR already filed and then file a revised ITR to correct the mistake?

If you want to file the unverified ITR afresh and try to upload/file a corrected ITR without verifying the first one, the income tax portal will not allow you to do so. Also, even if, due to a system glitch, you are able to upload a new ITR without verifying the first one you are likely to get a notice from the tax department. If you verify the first ITR and then a new one – the new ITR will be considered as a revised ITR.

As per the rules, if you file an ITR but do not verify it, the tax return is not considered valid, and the tax filing process is incomplete. It’s essential to verify the ITR within 30 days of filing to avoid any penalties or consequences. If you accidentally submit an ITR without verifying it and want to revise the ITR due to any error or omission, you need to first verify the original ITR and only after this can the second ITR be filed

When an individual files an ITR for the first time, it is considered an original ITR. This ITR is filed under Section 139 (1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. However, a revised ITR is filed under Section 139 (5) of the Income Tax Act. When a revised ITR is filed, an individual is required to mention the acknowledgement number of the original ITR filed and the date of filing the original ITR.

one cannot file another ITR without verifying the first one. The income tax e-filing portal will show an error at the time of final submission. Bangar says, “If an individual submits an ITR and discovers an error before verifying it, then one will be required to verify it. Once the original ITR is verified, then an individual can file the revised ITR to correct the mistakes made in the original ITR.

When an individual tries to upload a fresh ITR without verifying the first ITR, the income tax department shows the error.

The last date to file the original ITR for individuals whose accounts are not required to be audited is July 31, 2023 – for FY 2022-23 (AY 2023-24). However, the last date to file a revised ITR for this period is December 31, 2023.
While an original ITR can be filed only once, there is no limit to the number of times an ITR can be revised. But tax experts advise individuals against revising ITRs unnecessarily. This can raise a query from the income tax department.

An ITR filed but not verified will reflect in the income tax system. Hence, even if an individual is able to file another ITR and verifies it, the income tax department can raise a query about two ITRs filed by an individual against the same PAN.

Hence, according to these chartered accountants, it is advisable to first verify the ITR filed originally and then file the revised ITR again to correct mistakes.

Income tax return: Steps to e-file ITR-2 on the income tax portal

Steps to e-file ITR-2 on the income tax portal

Step 1: Go to https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal and log in with your PAN/Aadhaar and password.

Step 2: Go to E-File Income Tax Returns File Income Tax Return from the menu.

Step 3: Select the assessment year 2023-24 and mode of filing as ‘online’ and click ‘Continue’ to proceed. The assessment year 2023-24 is to be chosen to file ITR for FY 2022-23. If you are uploading a JSON file generated from the department’s utilities, you must select the mode of filing as offline.

Step 4: Select your status as individual and click ‘Continue

Step 5: From the dropdown of ‘ITR Form’, select ‘ITR-2’.

Step 6: Usually people file ITR when their income is above maximum exemption limit. However, even if the total income of an individual does not exceed the maximum exemption limit, ITR filing is mandatory in certain situations. Select the reason for which you are filing the Income-tax Return and click ‘Continue’.

Step 7: On the next page, you will be provided with the option to select the applicable schedules. The mandatory schedules will be pre-selected for you. You can choose the additional schedules based on the nature and sources of income you need to report in the ITR. For instance, if you have income from the sale of cryptocurrency (Virtual Digital Assets), you should select the ‘Schedule VDA’. Depending on your specific requirements, you can add various schedules as applicable.

Step 8: Reporting of Salary Income in ‘Schedule S’.

If you have switched jobs in FY 2022-23, it is necessary to report salary income from all employers in this schedule. You should obtain Form 16 from each employer to help you file ITR.

For each employer, you need to provide the employer’s name, TAN if TDS is deducted, address, and nature of the employer. To report the salary income, you need to provide a detailed breakup of salary components, including basic salary, allowances, and details about perquisites (such as accommodation, interest-free or concessional loans, free education, gifts, vouchers, employee stock options, etc.). You also need to report any profits received in lieu of salary, such as compensation for termination of employment, payments from provident funds, payments under a keyman insurance policy, etc.

You can refer to PART B of Form 16 and Form 12BA for a comprehensive breakdown of the salary components. These documents provide detailed information regarding the various elements included in your salary.

To illustrate, let us consider the case of Mr. A, who received a salary from XYZ Private Limited. His salary components are as follows:

  •  Basic Salary: Rs. 7,00,000
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): Rs. 3,50,000
  • Leave Travel Allowance (LTA): Rs. 1,80,000
  • Children Education Allowance (CEA): Rs. 5,000
  • Work from Home Allowance (WFH): Rs. 45,000
  • Gifts vouchers: Rs. 1,40,000.

The exempted components of these allowances are as under:

  • Exempted portion of HRA: Rs. 2,40,000
  • Exempted portion of LTA: Rs. 1,00,000
  •  Exempted portion of CEA: Rs. 1,200

When reporting salary income in ITR-2 form, the details should be filled in as follows:

The allowances that are eligible for exemption under Section 10 should be reported separately in ‘Schedule S’ manually. The exempted component of these allowances will be deducted from the gross salary once we fill in the details of allowances to the extent exempt under section 10.

The Income-tax Act provides three deductions while computing the income chargeable under the head of salaries:
a) Standard Deduction of Rs 50,000,
b) Deduction for Entertainment Allowance and
c) Deduction for Professional Tax.

A Standard Deduction of Rs. 50,000 is an absolute and unconditional deduction allowed to an employee, and it does not require any supporting evidence or investment. This deduction can be claimed only once per year, regardless of the number of job changes during that period. Further, this deduction can be claimed only if one opts for the old tax regime for FY 2022-23.

Step 9: Reporting of Capital Gains in ‘Schedule CG’.
Any profit or gain arising from the sale of a capital asset is taxable under the head of the capital gains. To accurately report capital gains, you must specify the type of capital assets you have sold. In the event of the sale of equity shares and having both long-term and short-term capital gains during the year.

To illustrate, Mr. A has sold listed equity shares of Rs. 10 lakh during the year. Out of this amount, Rs. 6 lakh represents long-term shares, with a cost of acquisition of Rs. 4 lakh. The remaining Rs. 4 lakh represents the sale of shares resulting in short-term capital gains, with a cost of acquisition of Rs. 3.5 lakh.

The tax on the capital gains arising from the sale of equity shares depends upon two factors. First, whether the capital gains are long-term or short-term, and second, whether the shares are unlisted or listed on the stock exchange. Equity shares listed on India’s stock exchanges are treated as short-term capital assets if held for not more than 12 months immediately preceding the date of transfer. They are treated as long-term capital assets if held for more than 12 months.

These transactions should be reported in ITR-2 as follows:

Reporting of Short-Term Capital Gains from Listed Equity Shares: Short-term capital gains arising from the sale of listed equity shares are taxable at a concessional rate of 15% plus surcharge and cess if the transaction is chargeable to the Securities Transaction Tax (STT). In Schedule CG, enter the details of the full value of consideration and deductions. The capital gains shall be auto-computed:

Reporting of Long-Term Capital Gains from Listed Equity Shares: Long-term capital gain arising from the sale of listed equity shares is not taxable if the aggregate amount of capital gain during the year does not exceed Rs. 1,00,000. If the amount of capital gain exceeds Rs. 1 lakh in a FY, then the excess amount shall be taxable at rate of 10%. To report long-term capital gains/loss on listed equity shares, units of the equity-oriented mutual fund or units of business trust, you need to Select Schedule 112A.

While selecting the details of shares acquired, you must select whether the shares were acquired on or before 31st January 2018 or after 31st January 2018. This is done to avail the benefit of grandfathering provision. The CBDT has clarified that the scrip-wise details are required to be filled up for those shares that are eligible for grandfathering. If you have to fill in the details of the shares acquired on or before 31st January 2018, you need to enter the scrip-wise details of each such share. Further, the ISIN Code, name, number, sale price and fair market value per share as on 31st January 2018 need to be entered.

The details filled in ‘Schedule 112A’ will get auto-populated in ‘Schedule CG’

Step 10: Reporting of Income from Other Sources in ‘Schedule OS’.
Income from other sources is a residual head of income that captures all such incomes which are not classified under the other four categories. However, certain incomes will always be taxable under the head of ‘income from other sources’, inter-alia, winning from lotteries, gifts, interest on enhanced compensation, etc.

In this schedule, one shall report incomes such as dividends, interest from savings accounts, deposits and income tax refund, family pension, gifts etc. These are taxed at normal income tax rates. Income from winning from lotteries, crossword puzzles etc. are taxed at specified tax rate. You can also claim deductions for expenses that can be subtracted from the income taxable under the head of other sources. It should be noted that the deduction of up to Rs 10,000 under Section 80TTA for the interest earned on savings bank deposits can be claimed under the ‘Total Deductions’ section and not under ‘Schedule OS’.

For instance: Mr. A has received income from various sources, including interest on saving deposits of Rs. 20,000, interest from term deposits of Rs. 34,000, and interest on income tax refund of Rs. 7,500. He has won a lottery prize of Rs. 2,00,000. These sources of income should be reported in Schedule OS as follows:

It is essential to report the quarterly breakdown of specific incomes, such as dividends and winnings from lotteries in ‘Schedule OS.’ This quarterly reporting is mandatory to qualify for the relaxation from interest payable due to deferment in advance tax payment. The Income tax law provides relief on the payment of interest due to difficulty in predicting such income.

After completing all the schedules related to income, it is important to claim deductions for eligible tax-saving investments. Also, provide the necessary information regarding taxes paid, including TDS from Salary/Other than Salary, TCS, Advance Tax, and Self-Assessment Tax. Once all the required details are filled in the form, click on “proceed” to preview the return. If the filled-in information is accurate, you can proceed to submit ITR.

Once the ITR is submitted, don’t forget to verify the ITR within 30 days of submission.

New Look of “INCOME TAX RETURN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT” for FY 2022-23 & AY 2023-24

New Look of “INCOME TAX RETURN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT” for A.Y.2023-24

Excel utilities of ITR 1 and ITR 4 for AY 2023-24 are available for filing. Click here to download.

ITR 1

For individuals being a resident (other than not ordinarily resident) having total income upto Rs.50 lakh, having Income from Salaries, one house property, other sources (Interest etc.), and agricultural income upto Rs.5 thousand.

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Utility Excel Based

zip (Version 1.0) (2.40MB)

Date of release of first version of utility25-Apr-2023

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Schema

zip (13KB)

Date of first release of JSON Schema11-Apr-2023

ITR1_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (410 KB)

ITR 2

For Individuals and HUFs not having income from profits and gains of business or profession

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Schema

zip (40 KB)

Date of first release of JSON Schema12-Apr-2023

ITR2_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (1513 KB)

ITR 3

For individuals and HUFs having income from profits and gains of business or profession.

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Schema

zip (73 KB)

Date of first release of JSON Schema14-Apr-2023

ITR3_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (2260 KB)

ITR 4

For Individuals, HUFs and Firms (other than LLP) being a resident having total income upto Rs.50 lakh and having income from business and profession which is computed under sections 44AD, 44ADA or 44AE and agricultural income upto Rs.5 thousand.

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Utility Excel Based

zip (Version 1.0) (3.63MB)

Date of release of first version of utility25-Apr-2023

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Schema

zip (23 KB)

Date of first release of JSON Schema11-Apr-2023

ITR4_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (473 KB)

For persons other than- (i) individual, (ii) HUF, (iii) company and (iv) person filing Form ITR-7

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Schema

zip (76 KB)

Date of first release of JSON Schema20-Apr-2023

ITR5_Notified Form AY 2023-24

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For Companies other than companies claiming exemption under section 11

ITR6_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (3125 KB)

ITR 7

For persons including companies required to furnish return under sections 139(4A) or 139(4B) or 139(4C) or 139(4D) only

ITR7_Notified Form AY 2023-24

zip (2210 KB)

Changes in big income tax rules! see list

There are many changes in the income tax rules effective from this financial year. Changes in income tax slabs to tax rebate limit raised, No LTCG tax benefit on some debt mutual funds are some of the major changes effective from 1 April 2023.

1) New income tax regime to be default regime

Starting, 1 April 2023, the new income tax regime will act as the default tax regime. Tax assessors will still be able to choose from the prior regime. Salaried and pensioners: the new system’s standard deduction for taxable income exceeding Rs.15.5 lakhs is ₹52,500. The government in Budget 2020-21 brought in an optional income tax regime, under which individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) were to be taxed at lower rates if they did not avail specified exemptions and deductions, like house rent allowance (HRA), interest on home loan, investments made under Section 80C, 80D and 80CCD. Under this, total income up to ₹2.5 lakh was tax exempt.

2) Tax rebate limit raised to ₹7 lakh

The enhancement of tax rebate limit to ₹7 lakh from ₹5 lakh  means that the person whose income is less than ₹7 lakh need not invest anything to claim exemptions and the entire income would be tax-free irrespective of the quantum of investment made by such an individual.

3) Standard deduction

There is no change in standard deduction of ₹50000 provided to employees under old tax regime. For pensioners, the finance minister announced extending the benefit of standard deduction to new tax regime. Each salaried person with an income of ₹15.5 lakh or more will benefit by ₹52,500.

4) Changes in Income Tax slabs

The new tax rates are

0-3 lakh – nil

3-6 lakh – 5%

6-9 lakh- 10%

9-12 lakh – 15%

12-15 lakh – 20%

above 15 lakh- 30%

5) LTA

The leave encashment for non government employees is exempt up to a certain limit. This limit was ₹3 lakh since 2002 and is now increased to ₹25 lakh

6) No LTCG tax benefit on these Mutual Funds

From April 1, investments in debt mutual funds will be taxed as short-term capital gains. The move would strip investors of the long term tax benefits that had made such investments popular.

7) Market Linked Debentures (MLDs)

Also, investment in Market Linked Debentures (MLDs) post April 1 will be short term capital assets. With this, grandfathering of earlier investments will end and the impact on the mutual fund industry will be slightly negative. 

8) Life Insurance policies

Proceeds from life insurance premium over the annual premium of ₹5 lakh would be taxable from new financial year i.e. from 1st April 2023. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting Budget 2023, aslo announced that the new income tax rule won’t be applicable on ULIP (Unit Linked Insurance Plan).

9) Benefits to Senior Citizens

The maximum deposit limit for senior citizen savings scheme will be increased to ₹30 lakhs from ₹15 lakhs.

The maximum deposit limit for monthly income scheme will be increased to ₹9 lakhs from 4.5 lakhs for single accounts and ₹15 lakhs from ₹7.5 lakhs for joint accounts.

10) Physical gold conversion to e-gold receipt not to attract capital gains tax

While presenting Budget 2023, Sitharaman said there will not be any capital gain tax if physical gold is converted to an Electronic Gold Receipt (EGR) and vice versa. This will be effective from 1 April 2023.

Who Can Use ITR-4 (Sugam)

Form ITR-4 (SUGAM) can be u​sed by an Individual/ HUF/ Firm (Other than LLP)​ whose total income for the year includes:

(a) Business income computed as per the provisions of section 44AD or​44AE; or​;

(b) Income from Profession as computed as per the provisions of​44ADA; or

(c) Income from salary/pension; or

(d) Income from one house property (excluding cases where loss is brought forward from previous years); or

(e) Income from other sources (excluding winnings from lottery and income from race horses dividend income in excess of Rs. 10 lakhs or unexplained Income, etc. as referred to in section 115BBE).

Further, in a case where the income of another person like spouse, minor child, etc., is to be clubbed with the income of the taxpayer, this return form can be used where income to be clubbed falls in any of the above categories.

Source: Income Tax India’s Official Website

Who Can Not File ITR-4

ITR-4 cannot be used by a person who:

(a) is a Director in a company

(b) has held any unlisted equity shares at any time during the previous year

(c) has any asset (including financial interest in any entity) located outside India

(d) has signing authority in any account located outside India

(e) has income from any source outside India

(f) is a person in whose case payment or deduction of tax has been deferred on ESOP

(g) who has any brought forward loss or loss to be carried forward under any head of income.

Please note that  ITR-4 (Sugam) is not mandatory. It is a simplified return form to be used by an Assessee, at his option, if he is eligible to declare Profits and Gains from Business or Profession on presumptive basis u/s 44AD, 44ADA or 44AE.

Who Can File ITR-4

ITR-4 return is applicable for an Individual or Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), who is Resident other than Not Ordinarily Resident or a Firm (other than LLP) which is a Resident having Total Income up to ₹ 50 lakh and having income from Business or Profession which is computed on a presumptive basis (u/s 44AD/ 44ADA/ 44AE) and income from any of the following sources:

(a) Salary/ Pension

(b) One House Property

(c) Other sources (Interest, Family Pension, Dividend etc.)

(d) Agricultural Income up to ₹5,000

CBDT Releases JSON Schema For ITR-1 To ITR-4 For A.Y. 2022-23 (F.Y. 2021-22)

On 4th April 2022, the CBDT has released JSON Schema for ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3 and ITR-4 for the A.Y. 2022-23.

Download JSON Schema

ITR-1: Download JSON Schema

ITR-2: Download JSON Schema

ITR-3: Download JSON Schema

ITR-4: Download JSON Schema

Reportedly, the CBDT has notified ITR-1 to ITR-6 for the A.Y. 2022-23 on 1st April 2022.

Read This Also: CBDT Notifies ITR-1 To ITR-6 For A.Y. 2022-23 (F.Y. 2021-22)

Read This Also: CBDT Notifies ITR-7 For A.Y. 2022-23 (F.Y. 2021-22)

Returns applicable for Individuals – Which ITR should you file?

1. ITR-1 (SAHAJ) – Applicable for Individual
This return is applicable for a Resident (other than Not Ordinarily Resident) Individual having Total Income from any of the following sources up to ₹ 50 lakh

Salary / Pension One House Property Other sources (Interest, Family Pension, Dividend etc.) Agricultural Income up to ₹ 5,000

 

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Note: ITR-1 cannot be used by a person who:
(a) is a Director in a company 
(b) has held any unlisted equity shares at any time during the previous year 
(c) has any asset (including financial interest in any entity) located outside India 
(d) has signing authority in any account located outside India 
(e) has income from any source outside India 
(f) is a person in whose case tax has been deducted u/s 194N 
(g) is a person in whose case payment or deduction of tax has been deferred on ESOP
(h) who has any brought forward loss or loss to be carried forward under any head of income

 

2. ITR-2 – Applicable for Individual and HUF
This return is applicable for Individual and Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)

Not having Income under the head Profits and Gains of Business or Profession Who is not eligible for filing ITR-1

 

3. ITR-3- Applicable for Individual and HUF

This return is applicable for Individual and Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)

Having Income under the head Profits and Gains of Business or Profession Who is not eligible for filing ITR-1, 2 or 4

 

4. ITR-4 (SUGAM) – Applicable for Individual, HUF and Firm (other than LLP)

This return is applicable for an Individual or Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), who is Resident other than Not Ordinarily Resident or a Firm (other than LLP) which is a Resident having Total Income up to ₹ 50 lakh and having income from Business or Profession which is computed on a presumptive basis (u/s 44AD / 44ADA / 44AE) and income from any of the following sources:

Salary / Pension One House Property Other sources (Interest, Family Pension, Dividend etc.)

Agricultural Income up to ₹ 5,000

 

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Note: ITR-4 cannot be used by a person who:
(a) is a Director in a company
(b) has held any unlisted equity shares at any time during the previous year 
(c) has any asset (including financial interest in any entity) located outside India 
(d) has signing authority in any account located outside India 
(e) has income from any source outside India 
(f) is a person in whose case payment or deduction of tax has been deferred on ESOP
(g) who has any brought forward loss or loss to be carried forward under any head of income

Please note that  ITR-4 (Sugam) is not mandatory. It is a simplified return form to be used by an Assessee, at his option, if he is eligible to declare Profits and Gains from Business or Profession on presumptive basis u/s 44AD, 44ADA or 44AE.