Quicko targets 5 lakh Indians for e-filing of income tax

MUMBAI: Quicko, an e-RI (Return Intermediary) registered with the Income Tax (IT) Department today said it is targeting 5 lakh Indians for income tax E filing, as deadline for the same is extended to August 5.

Over 1,00,000 people have been assisted by Quicko already for their tax related matters. We are targeting half a million (5 lakh) Indians, a company statement said here.

The company launched bulk e-filing platform for CAs and independent tax consultants.

"We want to ensure that August 5 doesn't ring alarm bells or creates mayhem and panic for individuals, tax professionals and CA firms", Quicko founder Vishvajit Sonagara said.