For Assessment Year 2025-26, the familiar ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) forms, traditionally seen as straightforward, are undergoing significant changes that add layers of complexity. This blog explores the impact of the new tax regime as default, increased disclosure requirements, and the need for meticulous data reconciliation, explaining why even simple returns now demand careful attention. Discover how MYITRONLINE can help you navigate these evolving tax landscapes.

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 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.