ITR Filing: Why It Is Necessary to File Income Tax Return AY 2024-25 Well Before the Deadline?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

ITR Filing: Why It Is Necessary to File Income Tax Return AY 2024-25 Well Before the Deadline?

News 18  

Filing your income tax return is not just a financial formality; it is a crucial responsibility for every taxpayer in India. As we approach the July 31, 2024, deadline to file the income tax return, it is essential to understand why filing your ITR well before the deadline can significantly benefit you. Conclusion “Filing your Income Tax Return well before the deadline is a prudent financial practice that offers multiple benefits. As a responsible taxpayer, prioritise timely filing of your ITR for the financial year 2024-25 and enjoy these advantages,” according to the tax expert.

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Missed ITR deadline? Here's your guide to filing belated return for AY 2024-25
4 days, 9 hours ago

Missed ITR deadline? Here's your guide to filing belated return for AY 2024-25

India Today  

If you missed the original deadline to file your income tax return for FY 2023-24, don’t worry—you still have a chance. A belated ITR, filed under Section 139 of the Income Tax Act, is for taxpayers who missed the original filing deadlines. Regardless of the original deadlines, all taxpayers who missed them must file a belated ITR by December 31, …

Missed filing tax returns in July? File your belated ITR for FY24 by December 31
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4 days, 20 hours ago

Missed filing tax returns in July? File your belated ITR for FY24 by December 31

India Today  

If you missed the deadline to file your Income Tax Return for the financial year 2023-24 in July, you still have an opportunity to make amends. The Income Tax Department allows taxpayers to file a belated ITR by December 31, 2024. CONSEQUENCES OF LATE FILING Late filing fee As per Section 234F of the Income Tax Act, individuals filing their …

Belated Income Tax Return: You can file it before Dec 31. Check details
1 week ago

Belated Income Tax Return: You can file it before Dec 31. Check details

Live Mint  

If you missed filing your income tax return before July 31 then you do not need to fret! For the financial year 2023-24, while the last date of filing income tax return for individual taxpayers was July 31, one can file it before Dec 31 after paying a fee. If you are filing a belated income tax return then you …

ITR advance tax deadline today: Who all should pay these taxes? All you need to know
1 week, 1 day ago

ITR advance tax deadline today: Who all should pay these taxes? All you need to know

Live Mint  

As the third installment of advance tax is due on December 15, taxpayers are reminded of the importance of adhering to this deadline to stay compliant and avoid penalties. Advance tax, often referred to as the "pay-as-you-earn" tax, is a requirement for individuals and businesses whose tax liability for the financial year exceeds ₹10,000. Salaried individuals are also required to …

Income tax: Refunds surge 46.31% to ₹3.08 lakh cr; 1.62 crore ITR filings processed in a day, says Finance Ministry
1 week, 4 days ago

Income tax: Refunds surge 46.31% to ₹3.08 lakh cr; 1.62 crore ITR filings processed in a day, says Finance Ministry

Live Mint  

The Ministry of Finance on Thursday, December 12, announced that the issuance of tax refunds had increased 46.31 per cent during the period of April 1 to November 27 in the financial year 2024-25, compared to the same period in 2023-24, reported the news agency ANI. At its peak, the income tax return portal handled over 900 filings in a …

Rs 5,000 late fee: Your last chance to file belated ITR before December 31, check steps here
1 week, 6 days ago

Rs 5,000 late fee: Your last chance to file belated ITR before December 31, check steps here

India TV News  

Taxpayers who failed to file their Income Tax Return for the financial year 2023-24 still have an opportunity to file their Income Tax Return. However, there is now a late fee of Rs 5,000 for filing as per Section 234F of the Income Tax Act. Late Fee on income below Rs 5 lakh: The late payment of Rs 1,000 will …

December tax deadlines: Your essential guide for ITR compliance
2 weeks, 5 days ago

December tax deadlines: Your essential guide for ITR compliance

India Today  

As the year comes to a close, December becomes a vital month for taxpayers to fulfil important financial and compliance duties. Staying on top of the crucial deadlines in December 2024 is key to ensuring smooth compliance and taking full advantage of available tax benefits. DECEMBER 7, 2024 The last date to deposit tax deducted or collected for the month …

Tax Deadline: Authorities Extend Last Date For Filing ITRs. Find New Date Here
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Tax Deadline: Authorities Extend Last Date For Filing ITRs. Find New Date Here

ABP News  

The Central Board of Direct Taxes announced on Saturday that the deadline for income tax return filing has been extended. ➡️The due date for the assessees referred to in clause of Explanation 2 to Sub Section of Section 139 has been extended from 30th November, 2024, to 15th December, 2024. ➡️ Circular No.… pic.twitter.com/4umO91ELAQ — Income Tax India November 30, …

ITR Filing: Income tax department shortens time limit for condonation of delay – What it means for taxpayers
1 month ago

ITR Filing: Income tax department shortens time limit for condonation of delay – What it means for taxpayers

Live Mint  

The Income Tax Department has recently made important changes in its refund claim procedures which have led to the reduction of the period when taxpayers could claim old income tax refunds. The onus has shifted now to the taxpayers to keep all the required documents amidst the transactions in future and submit them before the tax authorities at the prescribed …

Do I have to file an Income Tax Return (ITR) in India after returning from UK for work?
1 month, 1 week ago

Do I have to file an Income Tax Return (ITR) in India after returning from UK for work?

Live Mint  

I have lived in the UK for the past 15 years. Do I have to file my Income Tax Return in India next year? Since your stay in India for the financial year 24-25 will be for less than 182 days, prima facie, you would be a non-resident for income tax, assuming you were not in India before 15th October …

ITR filing: Deadline to file tax returns for corporates, some taxpayers is November 15; Check penalty and other details
1 month, 1 week ago

ITR filing: Deadline to file tax returns for corporates, some taxpayers is November 15; Check penalty and other details

Live Mint  

The deadline to file income tax returns by corporates and individuals requiring audit for the financial year 2024-25 is November 15, 2024. Types of taxpayers to file returns by Nov 15: As per an Economic Times report citing Prakash Hegde, a chartered accountant, there are three types of taxpayers who have to file ITR by November 15, for the financial …

ITR deadline is November 15, 2024 for these taxpayers: Check details
1 month, 1 week ago

ITR deadline is November 15, 2024 for these taxpayers: Check details

Hindustan Times  

The deadline for filing income tax returns for the financial year 2023-24 is November 15, 2024, specifically for taxpayers subject to an income tax audit and some other designated taxpayers, The Economic Times reported. Thus, the tax audit report must also be submitted before filing the ITR. The ET report cited chartered accountant Prakash Hegde as saying the following types …

Income Tax Deadline: Last one week left to file tax return for THESE taxpayers. Check details
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Income Tax Deadline: Last one week left to file tax return for THESE taxpayers. Check details

Live Mint  

Taxpayers who are meant to get their accounts audited have only one week left to file their income tax return for AY 2024-25. The last date to file income tax return for these taxpayers is November 15. The income tax department recently issued a statement that says that it's the last week left for taxpayers whose accounts are audited or …

What should you do if you get an income tax notice after ITR filing? Know here
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What should you do if you get an income tax notice after ITR filing? Know here

India TV News  

ITR 2024: The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns ended on July 31, with around 7.28 crore people in the country submitting their returns. Here’s what to do if you receive a notice from the Income Tax Department: What should you do after receiving income tax notice? Verify all the details in the notice from the Income Tax Department, such …

Last-minute ITR filers face glitches galore on income tax portal: ‘Infosys got ₹4,200 crore for this?’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Last-minute ITR filers face glitches galore on income tax portal: ‘Infosys got ₹4,200 crore for this?’

Hindustan Times  

As the deadline for filing income tax returns ends on Wednesday, July 31, many last-minute filers encountered technical glitches on the income tax portal. Many taxpayers tagged software giant Infosys that has developed the income tax portal. I respectfully request that you initiate portal improvements starting tomorrow and ensure a seamless and efficient experience for taxpayers in the next year,” …

Extend ITR Filing Deadline To Aug 31; Tax Practitioners Urge Amid Portal Issue, Flood and Landslide
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Extend ITR Filing Deadline To Aug 31; Tax Practitioners Urge Amid Portal Issue, Flood and Landslide

News 18  

ITR Filing Last Date 2024: The All-India Federation of Tax Practitioners has requested the Central Board of Direct Taxes to extend the deadline of filing Income Tax returns by a month to August 31 for the assessment year 2024-25. In a memorandum, AIFTP national president Narayan Jain and Direct Tax Representation Committee chairman S M Surana said floods in several …

Income Tax dept warns ITR filers of stern action in case of bogus TDS claim | Check last date
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Income Tax dept warns ITR filers of stern action in case of bogus TDS claim | Check last date

India TV News  

The Income Tax Department on Sunday asked income tax return filers to refrain from making bogus claims for expenses, under-reporting their earnings or exaggerating deductions calling it a punishable offence that causes a delay in issuance of refunds. For individuals with net taxable income of more than Rs 5 lakh for the financial year 2023-24, filing a belated return may …

ITR filing: 'Over 5 crore returns filed so far this fiscal year', says Income Tax Department
4 months, 3 weeks ago

ITR filing: 'Over 5 crore returns filed so far this fiscal year', says Income Tax Department

India TV News  

The Income Tax Department on Saturday revealed that more than 5 crore Income Tax Returns have been filed on the e-filing portal so far this fiscal year. In a post on social media platform X, the IT Department said, "More than 5 crore ITRs for AY 2024-25 have already been received on the e-filing portal of the Income Tax Department …

ITR 2024: Avoid THESE mistakes when filing Income Tax return, otherwise your form may get cancelled
5 months ago

ITR 2024: Avoid THESE mistakes when filing Income Tax return, otherwise your form may get cancelled

India TV News  

ITR filing 2024: The deadline for filing income tax returns is approaching, with the last date to file without late fees for the financial year 2023-24 being July 31, 2024. Avoid THESE mistakes Incomplete or incorrect information: When filing your income tax return, ensure that all information is complete and correct. Discrepancies in income information: Discrepancies in income information can …

ITR E-filing portal glitches: Will Income Tax return deadline be extended beyond July 31?
5 months, 1 week ago

ITR E-filing portal glitches: Will Income Tax return deadline be extended beyond July 31?

Hindustan Times  

The deadline for filing income tax returns in 2024 is set on July 31. The Income Tax Department's website noted, “Over 2.7 crore ITRs have been filed as on 14 July 2024, which is 13% more compared to returns filed during the same period last year. While the milestone of filing of 1 crore of ITRs for AY 2024-25 arrived …

ITR filing 2024: Keep these five things in mind before filing income tax return
5 months, 1 week ago

ITR filing 2024: Keep these five things in mind before filing income tax return

India TV News  

ITR filing 2024: The process of filing Income Tax Returns for the assessment year 2023-24 has commenced. Here are five things to keep in mind while filing your return to avoid errors and ensure smooth processing: Selection of form The choice of form depends on your sources of income. This time, the Income Tax Department has sought additional information through …

Income Tax Return (ITR) 2023-24: 6 Essential points and 6 tips for error-free filing
6 months ago

Income Tax Return (ITR) 2023-24: 6 Essential points and 6 tips for error-free filing

Hindustan Times  

One should always pay attention to every minute detail while e-filing ITR for a hassle-free experience, especially with the tax regimes, deductions and benefits changing every year, Business Today wrote. Representational “Filing an income tax return is not a cakewalk for everyone," said Vikas Dahiya, Director of All India ITR, according to Business Today. "For many people not familiar with …

ITR Return Filing: Should you file ITR if your income is less than ₹7 lakh?
6 months ago

ITR Return Filing: Should you file ITR if your income is less than ₹7 lakh?

Hindustan Times  

If your gross taxable income exceeds basic exemption limit, it is mandatory for you to file an income tax return. But this does not mean you have to pay income tax as there is a tax rebate under section 87A of the Income tax Act, 1961 owing to which you are eligible if your net taxable income does not exceed …

ITR Filing for 2023-24: Key documents required for income tax returns
6 months, 1 week ago

ITR Filing for 2023-24: Key documents required for income tax returns

Hindustan Times  

As the income tax return filing season has set in, these are the key documents which taxpayers should possess for duly furnishing their tax returns, as said by Dr. Suresh Surana, Founder of RSM India to the Financial Express. Individual taxpayers who are not required to audit their financials, need to take note of the following documents that they may …

Submitted wrong ITR form? Know how many times you can revise return
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Submitted wrong ITR form? Know how many times you can revise return

Live Mint  

Correcting any mistakes or omissions in your initial Income Tax Return is the aim of filing a revised ITR. An essential provision of the Income Tax Act of 1961 is Section 139, which permits you to file a revised ITR in case you discover mistakes or omissions in your initial return. Lowers the possibility of scrutiny: The possibility that the …

ITR 2024: Mandatory and Optional, Keep These Documents For Income Tax Return Filing, Check Full List
6 months, 3 weeks ago

ITR 2024: Mandatory and Optional, Keep These Documents For Income Tax Return Filing, Check Full List

News 18  

Income Tax Return filing is a critical responsibility for taxpayers and carries several significant implications. Investment Proofs: Documents for investments like Provident Fund, Public Provident Fund, Equity Linked Savings Scheme, Life Insurance premiums, Health Insurance premiums, Fixed Deposits etc., if claiming deductions. Other Potential Documents: Property Documents House Rent Receipts Informational Documents: Form 26AS : This pre-filled statement by the …

ITR Filing AY 2024-25: Boost Your Tax Refund By Claiming THESE 5 Lesser-Known Deductions
7 months, 2 weeks ago

ITR Filing AY 2024-25: Boost Your Tax Refund By Claiming THESE 5 Lesser-Known Deductions

News 18  

Tax Deductions You Can Claim To Save On Your Taxes? Here are a few deductions that may not be popular, but could offer potential tax savings: National Pension Scheme: Contribution to NPS Tier 1 account is eligible for an additional deduction of Rs 50,000 under section 80CCD. Medical expenditure incurred for senior citizen parents: While many taxpayers are familiar with …

What Will Happen If You Do Not File Your ITR Before The Deadline
8 months, 2 weeks ago

What Will Happen If You Do Not File Your ITR Before The Deadline

News 18  

March has ended, and with the income tax filing season in full swing, individuals are busy ensuring they meet their tax obligations. Missing this deadline can impact your ability to choose between the old and new tax regimes. Filing before this deadline allows taxpayers to select between the old and new tax regimes. In contrast, the old tax regime offers …

Delhi woman gets 6 months jail for failing to file ITR on ₹2 crore income
9 months, 1 week ago

Delhi woman gets 6 months jail for failing to file ITR on ₹2 crore income

Hindustan Times  

A Delhi Court sentenced a woman to six months in jail for not filing a return on income of ₹2 crores after a complaint was filed by the Income Tax Office alleging that TDS amounting to Rs. The court sentenced Savitri noting, “The convict is awarded a sentence of simple imprisonment for six months with a fine of ₹5,000 and …

I-T dept. asks taxpayers to respond to intimation of past tax demands for faster refund processing
1 year, 3 months ago

I-T dept. asks taxpayers to respond to intimation of past tax demands for faster refund processing

The Hindu  

The Income Tax department on Saturday asked taxpayers to respond to its intimation regarding outstanding demands of previous years to facilitate faster clearance of refunds for the 2022-23 fiscal. With some taxpayers taking to social media about receiving intimation from the I-T Department regarding past unsettled tax demands, the department, in a post on ‘X’ said, this is a taxpayer-friendly …

Average income tax return processing time reduced to 10 days. Details here
1 year, 3 months ago

Average income tax return processing time reduced to 10 days. Details here

Live Mint  

The average processing time for Income Tax Returns has significantly improved over the years as reported on the CNBCTV18 site. This is a remarkable improvement compared to the 82-day processing time in the Assessment Year 2019-20 and the 16-day processing time in the Assessment Year 2022-23. As per the Department's statement, out of the 6 crore 98 lakh ITRs filed …

CBDT processed 88 per cent ITR, refunds over Rs 2.45 crore issued till September 5
1 year, 3 months ago

CBDT processed 88 per cent ITR, refunds over Rs 2.45 crore issued till September 5

Firstpost  

“More than 6 crore ITRs of AY 2023-24 have been processed out of the verified ITRs as on September 5, resulting in processing of over 88% of the verified ITRs” CBDT said in a statement. The Income Tax Department has processed refunds of over Rs 2.45 crore for 6.84 crore verified Income tax returns, bringing down the average processing time …

Do taxpayers lose out on deduction benefits on filing late income tax returns? We explain
1 year, 4 months ago

Do taxpayers lose out on deduction benefits on filing late income tax returns? We explain

Live Mint  

The cutoff for submitting the Income Tax Return for the fiscal year 2022-23 was July 31, 2023. While numerous taxpayers are considering submitting a late return with a penalty, a significant number are apprehensive about the possibility of their tax refund request being declined in the event of a delayed ITR submission. Submitting a delayed ITR incurs a late fee, …

ITR deadline over, now what? File with late penalty or face these consequences
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR deadline over, now what? File with late penalty or face these consequences

Hindustan Times  

The government did not extend the deadline to file income tax return for the financial year 2022-23 as the deadline passed on July 31. Income Tax return deadline passed on July 31 Data from Income Tax Department showed that more than 6.77 crore ITRs for the assessment year 2023-24 were filed till July 31. Anyone whose total income from all …

6.77 crore IT returns, a surge of 16.1%, filed by July 31
1 year, 4 months ago

6.77 crore IT returns, a surge of 16.1%, filed by July 31

The Hindu  

The number of Income Tax Returns filed by the July 31 deadline touched a new high of 6.77 crore this year, 16.1% higher than a year ago, with 53.67 lakh taxpayers filing returns for the first time. A little less than 10% of all return filings took place on July 31, the last date for filing without penal levies, as …

ITR filing last date today: 26.74 lakh income tax return filed till 4 pm
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR filing last date today: 26.74 lakh income tax return filed till 4 pm

Firstpost  

If you miss to file your ITR before the deadline, you can file a belated ITR. However, you would be required to pay the penalty for late filing On the last day of filing of income tax returns, 26.74 lakh ITRs have been filed upto 4 pm. 26.74 lakh ITRs have been filed upto 4 pm today and 3.84 lakh …

What Happens If I Miss Deadline to File Income Tax Returns?
1 year, 4 months ago

What Happens If I Miss Deadline to File Income Tax Returns?

Deccan Chronicle  

July 31, Monday, marks the final day for taxpayers to file their Income Tax Returns for the financial year 2022-23. The Income Tax Department has been closely monitoring the situation and informed that its helpdesk is functioning 24x7 to provide additional support to handle the anticipated influx of taxpayers seeking assistance in the eleventh hour. The Income Tax Department has …

ITR last date today: Over 6 crore returns filed. Support available 24x7, says IT dept
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR last date today: Over 6 crore returns filed. Support available 24x7, says IT dept

Hindustan Times  

ITR Filing 2023 LIVE Updates: July 31, the last date to file income tax returns for the financial year 2022-23, has arrived, and there is no hint or indication yet from the government on whether there will be an extension to the deadline. There is no hint from the govt yet on whether the deadline will be extended On Sunday, …

ITR filing last date today: Here's what happens if you miss the deadline
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR filing last date today: Here's what happens if you miss the deadline

Firstpost  

As most tax experts and chartered accountants suggest that the government has no plan to extend the deadline this year, the 31 July date becomes even more important for those who are yet to file their returns to avoid penalties As the deadline to file your income tax returns draws to a close today, it is crucial not to overlook …

ITR filing last date today: What to do if you miss the July 31 deadline?
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR filing last date today: What to do if you miss the July 31 deadline?

India TV News  

The deadline for filing income tax returns for the financial year 2022-23 for salaried individuals and those who do not have to get their accounts audited ends today According to the Income Tax Department on Sunday, over 6 crore tax returns have been filed for the previous year, and over 11 lakh returns have been filed upto 12 pm on …

File your Income Tax Returns online before the deadline: Check last-minute ITR filing tips here
1 year, 4 months ago

File your Income Tax Returns online before the deadline: Check last-minute ITR filing tips here

India TV News  

As the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns approaches, individuals who earn, whether they are salaried, self-employed, part of a Hindu Undivided Family, or work for multinational corporations or firms, are reminded of their primary responsibility to declare their income and pay taxes. The Income Tax Return serves as an official declaration of a taxpayer's income and serves as a …

Over 6 crore Income Tax Returns filed for 2022-23 fiscal: Government data
1 year, 4 months ago

Over 6 crore Income Tax Returns filed for 2022-23 fiscal: Government data

India TV News  

Income Tax Return: The Income Tax Department on Sunday shared that more than 6 crore tax returns have been filed for income earned in the 2022-23 fiscal. The last date for filing income tax returns for the previous year by salaried class and those who do not have to get their accounts audited is July 31. Giving statistics on the …

Income Tax Return: Beware of missing ITR deadline, check penalties and late fees here
1 year, 4 months ago

Income Tax Return: Beware of missing ITR deadline, check penalties and late fees here

Live Mint  

Many taxpayers are finding themselves in turmoil as the due date for filing income tax returns is inching closer with each passing day. Failure to meet the ITR filing deadline could lead to the following penalties for taxpayers: Interest : A late filing fee of 0.5 per cent of the tax due will be imposed for each month that the …

ITR Filing: How to file income tax returns for freelancers?
1 year, 4 months ago

ITR Filing: How to file income tax returns for freelancers?

Live Mint  

Are you a freelancer and don't know what to do about taxes? However, as a freelancer, you must have guessed that no one will remind you about filing your Income Tax Returns, and you need to take the initiative yourselves. Refund= Taxes paid – Total tax liability on the current financial year's income Which ITR Form to choose? Choosing the …

Income Tax Day 2023: Nirmala Sitharaman to lead the celebration today
1 year, 4 months ago

Income Tax Day 2023: Nirmala Sitharaman to lead the celebration today

Live Mint  

On the occasion of 164th Income Tax Day celebrations, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will join the celebration at Plenary Hall, Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on Monday. @nsitharaman will preside over the 164th Income Tax Day celebrations in the presence of Union Minister of State for Finance Shri @mppchaudhary, tomorrow, 24th July 2023, from 18.00 Hours IST onwards at Plenary Hall, …

ITR Filing Update: Why You Must NOT Delay Filing Your ITR? Check Latest Update Here
1 year, 5 months ago

ITR Filing Update: Why You Must NOT Delay Filing Your ITR? Check Latest Update Here

News 18  

Filing your income tax return on time is important for several reasons. “We would like to thank income tax return filers as ITR filing has been at a much faster pace than last year and we would advise them not to wait until the last moment and also not to hope for any extensions. About 5.83 crore income tax returns …

'File ITR at earliest as govt not contemplating extension of July 31 deadline'
1 year, 5 months ago

'File ITR at earliest as govt not contemplating extension of July 31 deadline'

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra has asked income tax payers to file their return at the earliest as the finance ministry is not contemplating extension of the July 31 deadline. About 5.83 crore income tax returns were filed as on July 31 last year, the last day for filing returns for assessment year 2022-23. As per the Budget 2023-24, …

File ITR at earliest as govt not contemplating extension of July 31 deadline: Revenue secretary
1 year, 5 months ago

File ITR at earliest as govt not contemplating extension of July 31 deadline: Revenue secretary

India TV News  

As the finance ministry is not contemplating an extension of the July 31 deadline, Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra has urged the income taxpayers to file their returns at the earliest. About 5.83 crore income tax returns were filed as on July 31 last year, the last day for filing returns for assessment year 2022-23. As per the Budget 2023-24, the …

ITR: Here Are Some Common Documents You May Require For Filing
1 year, 5 months ago

ITR: Here Are Some Common Documents You May Require For Filing

ABP News  

The last date for filing income tax returns for the financial year 2022-23 is July 31. For salaried individuals, here are some common documents to keep in handy while ITR filing: PAN Card PAN Card issued by the income tax department is one of the more important documents required for ITR filing. When taxpayers choose the 'prefill' option, the relevant …

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