Steps
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- PAN Card: The Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is mandatory for all taxpayers to file their income tax returns.
- Form 16/16A: These are certificates issued by the employer(s) showing details of the salary, TDS deducted, and tax paid by the employee during the financial year.
- Bank statements: Bank statements for all bank accounts held during the financial year are required to verify the income earned and tax paid.
- Investment proofs: Investment proofs for all investments made during the financial year are required to claim deductions under various sections of the Income Tax Act.
- Rent receipts: Rent receipts are required to claim the House Rent Allowance (HRA) deduction, if applicable.
- Form 26AS: Form 26AS is a statement showing details of TDS deducted on salary, interest income, etc. and tax paid by the taxpayer during the financial year.
- Aadhaar Card: Aadhaar Card is mandatory for e-filing of income tax returns.
- Determine the applicable ITR form: Determine the applicable ITR form based on the type of income earned and the category of the taxpayer.
- Collect the required documents: Collect all the required documents such as Form 16/16A, bank statements, investment proofs, rent receipts, etc.
- Prepare and file ITR: Prepare the ITR form offline or online using the income tax e-filing portal, and submit the form after filling all the required details.
- Verify ITR: After submitting the ITR form, verify it using any of the available options such as Aadhaar-based OTP, Net banking, or EVC.
- Acknowledgment: After successful verification, an acknowledgment will be generated, which should be saved and used for future reference.
- Rectification of errors: If any errors are found in the ITR form after submission, they can be rectified using the online rectification facility on the income tax e-filing portal.
- Respond to notices: If any notices or communication are received from the Income Tax Department, respond to them promptly and provide the required information or documents.
- Compliance: Filing ITR is a legal requirement, and non-compliance can result in penalties or legal actions by the Income Tax Department.
- Claim tax refunds: Filing ITR can help taxpayers claim tax refunds if they have paid excess tax during the financial year.
- Carry forward losses: Filing ITR is necessary to carry forward losses, which can be set off against future income to reduce the tax liability.
- Apply for loans: ITR filing can help individuals apply for loans, such as home loans, as it serves as proof of income.
- Visa application: Many countries require a copy of the ITR filed by an individual to process visa applications.
- Financial record: Filing ITR creates a financial record, which can be used to apply for credit cards, insurance, and other financial products.
- Avoid penalties: Filing ITR before the due date can help avoid penalties, which can be as high as Rs. 10,000 for late filing.
- Transparency: Filing ITR promotes transparency in the tax system and helps the government identify tax evaders and black money holders.