This blog post details the significant updates in India's Income Tax Return (ITR) forms for Assessment Year 2025-26 (FY 2024-25). It covers the default New Tax Regime and the opt-out process using Form 10-IEA, major changes in capital gains reporting including simplification for small investors (LTCG up to ₹1.25 lakh in ITR-1/4) and bifurcation of Schedule CG (pre/post July 23, 2024). It also explains key tax reporting updates like mandatory TDS section codes, enhanced deduction reporting via dropdowns, new rules for Section 80GG (Form 10BA), increased presumptive tax limits, and the revised threshold for Schedule AL. It concludes with a guide on choosing the correct ITR form and important filing deadlines.

The CBDT has released the updated ITR-Form 5 for Assessment Year 2025-26 (applicable to FY 2024-25) via Notification No. 42/2025 dated May 3, 2025. This blog post details who needs to file ITR-5, discusses anticipated key changes aligning with recent amendments and enhanced disclosure norms, outlines implications for taxpayers like Firms and LLPs, and provides actionable steps for compliance.

CBDT has notified ITR-Form 3 for Assessment Year 2025-26 (FY 2024-25) via Notification No. 41/2025. This affects Individuals/HUFs with business/professional income. Key updates include a split Capital Gains schedule (pre/post July 23, 2024), new conditions for claiming share buyback loss (post Oct 1, 2024), an increased asset/liability reporting threshold to ₹1 crore, addition of Sec 44BBC reference, enhanced reporting for deductions like 80C & 10(13A), and mandatory TDS section code reporting. Taxpayers should review these changes for compliant filing.

This blog explains the concept of income tax surcharge and marginal relief in India for AY 2025-26 (FY 2024-25). It details the current surcharge rates under both old and new tax regimes and illustrates how marginal relief prevents excessive tax liability near surcharge thresholds. Additionally, it covers key Budget 2025 proposals affecting FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27), including revised tax slabs, increased rebate under Sec 87A, and a new type of marginal relief linked to the rebate threshold.

This blog provides a detailed breakdown of modifications in ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms for Assessment Year 2025-26 based on a recent analysis. It explains the new allowance for minor LTCG under Sec 112A (up to ₹1.25 lakh) in both forms, the enhanced conditional presumptive tax limits under Sec 44AD/44ADA linked to digital receipts, and common changes. These common changes include expanded disclosures for Form 10-IEA (new tax regime opt-out), mandatory specific clause selection for Chapter VI-A deductions, enhanced reporting for Sec 89A (foreign retirement income), compulsory disclosure of all active Indian bank accounts, and mandatory selection of a refund account. The post advises taxpayers on how to prepare based on these specific updates.

The blog post announces the early notification of ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) forms by the CBDT for the Assessment Year 2025-26 (corresponding to Financial Year 2024-25). It details the eligibility criteria for using these forms, explains the significance of the early notification for taxpayers (more preparation time, potentially earlier filing utility release), clarifies the difference between form notification and utility release, reminds readers about the AY/FY distinction, and advises taxpayers to start gathering necessary documents while waiting for the official filing utilities to be launched on the Income Tax portal.

This guide explains Income Tax Returns (ITR) in India for AY 2025-26. It defines ITR, outlines the significant benefits of filing (like refunds, loan proof), details who must mandatorily file based on income thresholds (e.g., GTI > ₹3 Lakh in new regime) or specific high-value transactions (deposits > ₹1 Cr, foreign travel > ₹2 Lakh etc.), and clarifies exemptions, including the specific conditions for senior citizens over 75 under Section 194P.

This blog outlines the key changes to Form 3CD (Tax Audit Report) implemented by CBDT Notification 23/2025, which takes effect from Assessment Year 2025-26. It discusses possible updates in reporting related to MSME payments, Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs), concessional tax regimes, and depreciation, as well as the necessary steps for both taxpayers and auditors.

This guide explains how taxpayers can claim deductions under both Section 80C and Section 80CCD (NPS) of the Income Tax Act for AY 2025-26. It details the limits and interaction of 80C, 80CCD(1), 80CCD(1B - additional ₹50k), and 80CCD(2 - employer contribution). The post clarifies that combining these benefits (up to ₹2 Lakh + employer contribution) is possible under the Old Tax Regime, while only 80CCD(2) is available under the New Tax Regime. An example illustrates maximizing deductions under the Old Regime.

This blog post highlights crucial errors to avoid when filing Income Tax Returns for AY 2025-26 (FY 2024-25). It covers common mistakes like selecting the incorrect Assessment Year or ITR form, failing to report all income sources (interest, dividends, capital gains), discrepancies with Form 26AS/AIS/TIS, incorrect personal and bank details, and neglecting the mandatory 30-day e-verification window. The post emphasizes the importance of accuracy and reconciliation, concluding with advice to seek expert help from services like MyITROnline for a smooth filing experience.

This blog post details how to report capital gains from shares, mutual funds, and property in the Income Tax Return (ITR) for Assessment Year 2025-26 (Financial Year 2024-25). It explains the classification of gains (STCG/LTCG), calculation methods considering grandfathering, the significant impact of the Finance (No.2) Act 2024 changes effective July 23, 2024 (including curtailed indexation and revised tax rates), set-off rules, and specific ITR schedules (like CG and 112A). It also covers capital gains exemptions and emphasizes reconciliation with AIS/TIS.

Filing your AY 2025-26 ITR? Avoid 9 critical mistakes like wrong ITR forms, unreconciled AIS/26AS, missed deadlines, and incorrect regime selection. Ensure accurate, penalty-free filing with this guide.