This blog post explores the exciting possibility of taxpayers receiving up to 33% higher interest on their tax refunds if the ITR filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 (FY 2024-25) is extended to September 15th. It explains the mechanics of tax refund interest under Section 244A, illustrating how an extended calculation period leads to greater returns. The article identifies key groups of taxpayers who stand to benefit most and provides crucial reminders about official confirmations, accurate filing, and timely tax payments to ensure a smooth and financially rewarding tax season.

Big news for individual taxpayers and small businesses! The Income Tax Department has released the Excel Utilities for ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) for Assessment Year 2025-26. This means you can now begin filing your income tax returns offline. This blog covers who can use these forms, the benefits of early filing, and how MYITRONLINE can provide seamless assistance.

This blog demystifies the treatment of House Rent Allowance (HRA) under India's New Tax Regime. It clarifies whether HRA is exempt, outlines its impact on your tax filing process, and provides crucial advice on how to navigate the changes to avoid receiving tax notices. Learn the key differences from the old regime and ensure your tax compliance is seamless for the current financial year and beyond.

This blog delves into the strategic methods allowing salaried professionals to pay nil income tax on a ₹19 lakh annual salary under India's New Tax Regime (effective FY 2024-25). It outlines how leveraging increased basic exemption limits, the enhanced Section 87A rebate, standard deductions, employer's NPS contributions, and smart flexi-pay salary structuring can lead to a tax-free income, complete with illustrative calculations and actionable steps.

The Income Tax Department has notified updated ITR forms (ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3, ITR-4) for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) incorporating several crucial changes. This blog details 9 important adjustments, including relaxed eligibility for ITR-1/ITR-4, mandatory TDS section reporting, removal of Aadhaar Enrolment ID acceptance, detailed disclosures for tax regime options, bifurcated capital gains reporting, new treatment for buyback proceeds, raised asset reporting threshold, additional requirement for disability deductions, and streamlined capital gains sections, all aimed at ensuring accurate and compliant tax filing.

The CBDT has notified IRFC's Ten-Year Zero Coupon Bonds under the Income Tax Act, potentially making the maturity proceeds tax-exempt under Section 10(15)(iv)(h). This offers a significant tax advantage for long-term investors compared to non-notified bonds.

Analyzes the feasibility of achieving zero income tax on 19.2 lakh earnings under India's new tax regime (FY 2025-26 / Section 115BAC). Details the regime's rules, standard tax calculation, and debunks the zero-tax claim by highlighting the reliance on disallowed deductions (HRA, LTA, flexi-allowances). Concludes it's unrealistic for most salaried individuals

An extensive guide on India's income tax benefits for salaried individuals for the fiscal year 2024 may be found in this blog post. It includes a number of allowances, including standard deduction, professional tax, perks, medical allowance, housing rent allowance (HRA), transportation allowance, leave travel allowance (LTA), and medical allowance. The article also discusses other Section 80C, Section 80D, and Section 24 deductions that are possible, such as interest on house loans, medical insurance, and investment-linked deductions. Salaried people can maximize their tax savings and reduce their taxable income by being aware of and utilizing these deductions and allowances.

This blog post provides a detailed guide to Section 10(13A) of the Income Tax Act, which allows salaried individuals to claim exemption on House Rent Allowance (HRA) received from their employers. The post covers the eligibility criteria, calculation, and documents required to avail this tax benefit, making it a valuable resource for individuals looking to optimize their tax planning.

The Budget Proposal 2024-25 has introduced several amendments to the direct tax regime in India. This blog provides a comprehensive guide to the top 10 amendments, including changes to standard deduction, angel tax, buyback tax, and more. Understand how these changes will impact you and plan your taxes accordingly.

The Union Budget 2024-25 has brought a significant relief to taxpayers with the increase in the standard deduction. This blog post explains the implications of this change and how taxpayers can benefit from it. Learn how to claim the deduction and stay updated on the latest tax reforms.

This blog explains the recent update in the ITR utility regarding rebate under Section 87A. It explores the old and new rebate calculation methods, the potential impact of the change on your tax bill, and actionable steps to ensure accurate ITR filing despite the revised rebate mechanism.