Will filing your ITR early get you a faster income tax refund? Here's what really determines the processing timeFiling income tax returns early increases processing likelihood but does not guarantee faster refunds. Successful e-verification and matchi...
What happens if you miss July 31, 2026, ITR filing deadline? Why you should not miss this due dateThe belated Income Tax Return filing deadline for AY 2026-27 is December 31, 2026. Missing this date can result in losing tax refunds and i...
Taxation simplified for influencers: Correct ITR form, tax regime to grey zone areas, key checks and tax traps creators must watch out forIndian influencers and gig workers face significant tax compliance challenges. Many struggle with tracking income and claiming eligible ded...
10 major changes in ITR forms for AY 2026-2027 that you must know before filing ITRNew Income Tax Return forms for AY 2026-2027 introduce significant reporting changes. Taxpayers must now report futures and options trading...
Over 1.7 cr ITRs filed for AY 2026-27: I-T depttMore than 1.7 crore income tax returns have been filed for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Over ten lakh returns were submitted on Friday alone by...
Confused about ITR forms? Check the right ITR for salaried, pensioners, students and other taxpayersSalaried individuals, pensioners, and students must select the appropriate ITR form for AY 2026-2027. Taxpayers not requiring an audit can ...
Invested in foreign shares? Know how to file ITR with ‘relevant accounting period’ for reporting foreign assets in Schedule FA?Indian residents holding foreign assets must report them in Schedule FA. This reporting uses the calendar year ending December 31, 2025. As...
7-day tax refunds are real; here's the checklist that gets you one
Claiming Section 80G tax deduction? You must report these additional details when filing your ITR for AY 2026-2027ITR Filing 2026: Income Tax Return forms now require additional details for Section 80G deductions. Taxpayers must report transaction refer...
ITR filing 2026: NRIs need to file Schedule FA in ITR to declare foreign asset for AY 2026-2027 in this caseResident and ordinarily resident individuals must report foreign assets. This disclosure is required in Schedule FA of the income tax retur...
ITR filing: Don't let one small mistake cost you your tax refund; check these 12 points
Filing ITR for FY 2025-26? Income Tax Department shares 10 mistakes to avoid and tips to followTaxpayers should gather documents and choose the correct tax regime and ITR form. Verify Annual Information Statement and Form 26AS details...
ITR filing 2026: Step-by-step guide to filing ITR-2 online on the income tax portalIndividuals and HUFs not eligible for ITR-1 can file ITR-2 online. This guide details the necessary documents and steps for submission. The...
Filing ITR for easy loans, visas, and scholarships - sounds strange? Know why filing ITR is more important than you thinkConsistently filing Income Tax Returns creates a verifiable financial document. Banks often request these returns to assess loan applicant ...
Gifted a house to your spouse? You may still have to pay tax on the rental income: Know 7 key things before filing ITR for AY 2026-27Many taxpayers mistakenly believe that rental income from a house gifted to a spouse is taxable in the recipient spouse's hands. This artic...
ITR filing 2026: Is AIS enough to report stock and mutual fund capital gains?Taxpayers should verify Annual Information Statement data for capital gains. Relying solely on AIS may lead to incorrect income reporting f...
ITR utility updated: New 'other income' column added under exempt income schedule; here's what it meansIncome Tax Return (ITR) filing for the assessment year 2026-2027 sees a significant update with a new 'Other Income' column under the Exemp...