Individual Income Tax Filing Overview

The ITR (Income Tax Return) is a form on which the taxpayer reports information about his income received and taxes due to the income tax department. To date, the department has announced 7 different forms, namely ITR 1, ITR 2, ITR 3, ITR 4, ITR 5, ITR 6, & ITR 7. Every taxpayer is required to submit their ITR by the deadline, if not earlier. Depending on the taxpayer's sources of income, the amount of income earned, and the category to which the taxpayer belongs (individuals, HUFs, companies, etc.), different ITR forms may be applicable in different situations.

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Benefits of ITR

1.ITR filing prevents fines

People who fail to file their income tax returns are subject to a penalty of Rs 10,000 under section 234F as of FY 2017–18, according to the Income Tax Department. ITR filing on time prevents needless fines. Even though the fine has been reduced to Rs 1,000 if your annual income is less than Rs 5 lakh, it is still your responsibility as a law-abiding citizen to file your tax reports.

 

2. An crucial document is the ITR receipt.

ITR receipts must be securely stored because they are crucial evidence of your income and tax payment. It is considerably more thorough than Form 16. It includes information about your entire income as well as information about your revenue from other sources.

 

3. ITR receipts are a helpful document for hassle-free bank loan processing.

When you apply for high-value loans, like as home and auto loans, banks and NBFCs typically require ITR receipts from the previous three years. The ITR is regarded by lenders as the most reliable proof of a person's income. Therefore, if you intend to get a home loan or a car loan in the future, you need file income tax returns on a regular basis.

 

4. Processing of visas

For the purpose of processing your visa application, embassies of industrialised nations including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia require ITR receipts from prior years. They are really picky about your tax compliance, thus you are required to provide old ITR invoices. This enables them to evaluate your income and make sure you can cover the costs of your trip.

 

5. Make up lost revenue in the coming financial year.

Losses from the current fiscal year cannot be carried over to the following fiscal year until an ITR is filed. According to the income tax law, if the ITR is not submitted by the deadline, people are not permitted to carry forward losses and offset them against income from future years. As a result, it's critical to submit your income tax return by the due date in order to claim the losses in subsequent years.

   

FAQ

 

Is filing a return still required even if a person has no positive income?

The taxpayer must submit a claim for loss by filing the return before to the deadline if they want to carry forward a loss from the previous fiscal year.

What does the term "E-filing Utility" mean?

The free capability of generating and electronically supplying the E-Return on the official portal is referred to as the "E-filing Utility."

Is there a distinction between e-filing and e-payment?

E-payment refers to the process of paying taxes electronically using net banking or a debit/credit card. E-filing, on the other hand, is the process of submitting an income tax return electronically.

How is the paid Excess Tax refunded?

If someone has paid more tax than they should have, the difference will be credited to their bank account via an ECS transfer.

Is an Income Tax Return (ITR) required when my company fully deducts TDS?

It is important to remember that TDS Deduction and ITR Filings are not the same thing. To ensure that all taxes have been paid properly from one's end, an ITR must be filed.

How does a person pay his or her tax liability to the government?

Taxes can be readily paid by an individual utilising Net Banking and Challan 280 on the official Income Tax Department website.

What use does ITR V serve?

A taxpayer must print and sign form ITR V after obtaining it, and then send it to the Income Tax Department within 120 days.

Can I use my exempt agricultural income to file Form ITR1?

Yes, a taxpayer may only submit Form ITR 1 if his or her agricultural income does not exceed Rs 5000.

How does one file for an income tax refund?

If a taxpayer overpaid their tax liability, the Income Tax Department will reimburse them via ECS Transfer.

Which form do I need to submit with my income tax return?

According to one's eligibility, a relevant form must be chosen. Contact Swarit Advisors if you wish to file an ITR but are unsure of what you need to include.

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