HOW TO FILE ITR 1
The government is estimated to have earned up to Rs 627 crore from late ITR filing fee till August 22, 2024
Belated ITR fees: The government may have earned up to Rs 627 crore from collection of late ITR filing fees till August 22, 2024. As per rules a late filing fee of Rs 5,000 or Rs 1000 or nil is levied for filing a belated ITR after the due date. There were about 14 lakh ITRs filed between August 1, 2024 and August 22, 2024.
26% ITRs yet to be processed after 22 days of the deadline, will your ITR come under scrutiny?
ITR filing: As per data from the ITR portal 73.71% of all the verified ITRs have been processed already. This means about 26% ITRs are yet to be processed. Could it be because these 26% ITRs need additional scrutiny or others? Read the story to know more about ITR filing.
How many days for ITR processing: Tax department could take approximately 18 days to process your ITR; here’s why
ITR processing time: Tax experts advise that usually, it takes an average of 15-45 days from the date of e-verification of the ITR for income tax returns to be processed. As per the regulation, income tax returns must be processed within nine months of the end of the fiscal year after you file them.
What to do if intimation under section 143 (1) is received after filing ITR: How do I reply to income tax notice under section 143 (1)?
How to read income tax intimation notice under section 143 (1): The intimation notice under section 143(1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, will be sent to the taxpayer's registered email address with the tax department. Additionally, the taxpayer will receive an SMS on their registered mobile number to notify them that the communication has been sent to the registered email address.
ITR Refunds for FY2023-24 (AY2024-25): Who will receive tax refunds quicker, filers of ITR-1, ITR-2 or ITR-3?
Income tax refund status: If you have filed your income tax returns for fiscal year 2023-24 and are eligible for a refund, you may not have received the funds in your bank account yet. If you've submitted ITR-2 or ITR-3 for that fiscal year, it is possible that you haven't received your tax refund. Your refund is issued after the Income Tax Department processes your verified ITR.
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What is the last date to file ITR with penalty? How to file, charges
Filing ITR after deadline: If your income tax return (ITR) has not been filed, there's no reason to panic because you can still file your tax return after the deadline. Even if you face a penalty, you still have the choice to submit your tax returns after the due date – this is known as a belated return.
While filing ITR, don’t forget to claim these four deductions to reduce your total tax outgo
ITR filing: Reduce tax while filing income tax return (ITR) by claiming these deductions. However if you forget to claim the deductions in your ITR for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) for investments made before March 31, 2024 then you can't claim it again in the next financial year. So double check and file ITR now.
No need to file revised ITR in case of errors: You can 'discard' filed ITR and refile but only if it has not been verified
Discard ITR: Now you can discard a duly filled up income tax return (ITR) and file a fresh ITR only if the original ITR which is discarded now has not been verified. Earlier if you needed to make any corrections in a submitted ITR, you could only file a revised ITR.
How to file ITR after July 31 deadline?
The deadline for submitting your income tax return (ITR) for the fiscal year 2023-24 is fast approaching on July 31, 2024. If you haven't filed your ITR yet and are worried about meeting the July 31 deadline, are there any other options available to you?
ITR filing: How to file income tax return when you have more than one Form 16 due to job change
Form 16 is a TDS certificate that provides information on the salary paid and tax deducted by an employer. Employers must issue Form 16 to employees by June 15. This allows individuals to file their ITR by July 31, 2024 for the financial year 2023-24. Those who change jobs in a year need Form 16 from each employer.
Save income tax with medical expenses: Claim deduction while filing ITR u/s 80DD and 80U on treatment cost of a disabled person
Income tax return filing: You are eligible to claim a tax refund for expenses incurred for a disabled person including medical treatment. These deductions can be claimed either under section 80DD or 80U. However if the disability is autism, cerebral palsy or multiple disability then Form-10IA needs to be filed. The deadline to file Form-10IA is July 31, 2024.
Dividend received from shares and MF is taxable; Here’s how to reduce your tax outgo from dividend income in your ITR
Dividend from shares and MF: You have to pay income tax on all dividend received, however there is a way using which you can reduce the net tax outgo on dividend income. "Only interest expenses are allowed as a deduction from dividend income," says Neeraj Agarwala, Partner, Nangia & Co LLP.
What is the difference between ITR-1 and ITR-2 forms?
ITR forms to use: When you file your income tax return, it is imperative to select either ITR 1 or ITR 2, based on your income sources for the fiscal year. Utilizing an incorrect form may prompt correspondence from the tax authority, necessitating rectification. Therefore, it is crucial to use the appropriate form to avert this situation.
Filing a nil ITR: 6 unexpected benefits from getting a travel visa, loan, scholarship and more
Benefits of filing an ITR: There are multiple benefits of filing an income tax return (ITR). As per Swapnil Bhaskar, Chief of Strategy, Niyo, "Filing an ITR can significantly help an individual secure a travel visa. ITR provides proof of income and hence many embassies ask for the last three years' ITR to evaluate applicant's financial stability and history."
Income Tax Return Filing 2024: Steps to file ITR without form 16
ITR filing: Some employees who receive a salary and self-employed individuals may not get Form 16. This can cause confusion when filing their Income Tax Return (ITR) because Form 16 is an essential document for this process.
How to file ITR for FY23-24: Claim deductions, exemptions carefully while filing income tax return or you may end up in jail
Two out of three respondents in our survey believed honest people pay more tax, while one out of five respondents felt that the tax authorities were lenient with dishonest people. “Taxpayers feel they are not getting anything in return for the tax paid. They use this belief as a justification for evading tax,” says Kaushik of TaxSpanner.com. Be careful while fining income tax return for the financial year 2024-25 or assessment year 2024-25.
ITR-1 (Sahaj) can be filed if your income is below Rs 50 lakh; Check if you are eligible or not
ITR filing: As per CA Shreya Jaiswal you can file ITR-1 only if your total income does not exceed Rs 50 lakh during FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) and provided you have satisfied certain other conditions as prescribed. However if you even have Re 1 of capital gains or loss you won't be able to file ITR-1
How to file ITR-1 with salary, income from house property and other sources for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25)
File ITR-1 online: Here is a step by step guide on how salaried individuals can file their income tax return using ITR-1 form easily on the income tax department's e-filing website. ITR-1 form is also known as Sahaj. Individuals having income from salary, house property, interest and dividend incomes can use ITR-1 to file income tax return.
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