This comprehensive blog post outlines the significant changes introduced by the Income Tax Department for Assessment Year 2025-26 (FY 2024-25) concerning ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) under the Old Tax Regime. It details the newly mandated annexures for claiming various deductions, including HRA, Section 80C, 80D, 80DD, 80DDB, 80E, 80EE, and 80EEB. Readers will find crucial information on the new required fields for each section, key points to remember for seamless e-filing, common validation errors to avoid, and important deadlines. The post emphasizes the importance of accurate data submission and retaining supporting documents to ensure tax compliance.

This in-depth guide simplifies TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) for Financial Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27). Discover how this crucial tax collection mechanism works, explore the latest changes from Union Budget 2025 including increased threshold limits, the introduction of Section 194T for partners' remuneration, and the removal of higher TDS for non-filers. We provide a detailed TDS rate chart and explain the implications of non-compliance, empowering both deductors and deductees for efficient tax planning and compliance

Grasping the concept of standard deduction is essential for every salaried person in India. Following the recent updates in the Union Budget 2024, the framework for standard deduction has changed, particularly within the new tax framework. This comprehensive guide clarifies what standard deduction entails, the updated limits for both regimes, eligibility criteria, advantages, and practical illustrations.

The Income Tax Department has announced a monumental extension for ITR-U (Updated Income Tax Return) filing, allowing taxpayers to rectify errors or omissions for up to four previous years instead of the prior two. This blog delves into what ITR-U is, the new extended deadlines, who is eligible to file, situations where it cannot be filed, the associated additional tax liability, and the myriad benefits this flexibility offers for enhanced tax compliance and reduced legal complications.

This blog explains the key exemptions available under India’s capital gains tax laws for FY 2025-26, including the latest updates from Budget 2025. It covers who can claim each exemption, how to utilize the Capital Gain Account Scheme, and the correct process for claiming exemptions in your income tax return.

This blog decodes the key differences between the Old and New Income Tax Regimes for FY 2025-26, following the updates in Budget 2025. It covers the latest tax slabs, standard deductions, rebates, and provides practical scenarios to help taxpayers decide which regime is more beneficial based on their income and eligible deductions.

This post details the taxation rules for capital gains from shares and equity mutual funds in India for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26). It explains the crucial changes effective July 23, 2024, including updated STCG and LTCG tax rates, revised exemption limits, holding period classifications, dividend taxation, and reporting requirements in ITR forms.

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.

An initial guide to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) rates and thresholds for India's Financial Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27), based on current provisions as of April 2025. Details include a comprehensive rate chart covering common sections, key considerations like PAN non-furnishing, recent threshold changes (e.g., for interest, rent, commissions), potential policy updates (like the status of Section 206AB), and essential compliance deadlines. The guide strongly emphasizes that final rates are contingent upon the Full Union Budget 2025.

The Indian Government has updated TDS rates and thresholds starting from 1st April 2025, providing relief for taxpayers. Major alterations encompass increased exemption limits for interest earnings (Section 194A), rental income (Section 194I), and professional charges (Section 194J), along with revised thresholds for real estate transactions and cryptocurrency dealings.

This blog explains why taxpayers with capital gains are receiving Section 87A rebate notices. Learn about eligibility, common mistakes, and how to respond to income tax notices effectively.

The Union Budget 2025 included a tax credit for yearly incomes up to Rs 12 lakh, however capital gains are excluded. This blog examines the refund, its exclusions, and ways for maximizing tax savings.