05/06/2025
KEY POINTS FOR ITR AY 2025-26 (FY 2024-25)*
Here are some key points for ITR filing in 2025, tailored for the Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, covering the Financial Year (FY) 2024-25:
тЬЕ *Extended Deadline* : The ITR filing deadline for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) has been extended from July 31 to September 15, 2025, due to significant revisions in ITR forms, system updates, and TDS credit reflection needs. This gives you more time to file accurately.
тЬЕ *Choosing the Right* Form: Select the correct ITR form to avoid notices. ITR-1 (Sahaj) is for resident individuals with income up to тВ╣50 lakh from salary, one house property, and other sources like interest, including long-term capital gains (LTCG) up to тВ╣1.25 lakh under Section 112A. ITR-4 (Sugam) suits individuals, HUFs, and firms (not LLPs) with income up to тВ╣50 lakh, including business/profession income under Sections 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE.
тЬЕ*Key Documents* : Gather Form 16 (for salaried individuals), Form 26AS (TDS/TCS details), AIS (Annual Information Statement), salary slips, investment proofs, and home loan interest certificates. ITRs are annexure-less, so no need to attach documents, but keep them handy for potential audits.
тЬЕ *Tax Regime Choice* : The new tax regime is the default for AY 2025-26. To claim deductions (e.g., under Section 80C), opt for the old regime in the ITR form. A new column for Section 80CCH deductions (Agniveer Corpus Fund) has been added.
тЬЕ *Verification* : After filing, e-Verify your ITR using Aadhaar OTP, EVC, or DSC for a paperless process. If opting for manual verification, send the signed ITR-V to the Centralized Processing Center in Bengaluru within 30 days.
тЬЕ *Common Mistakes to Avoid:* DonтАЩt pick the wrong ITR form, skip income sources, or miss verifying AIS/Form 26AS. Declare exempt income, account for Budget 2024 changes (like LTCG reporting), and ensure HRA claims are accurate, especially if you switched jobs.
тЬЕ *Filing Process* : Log in to the e-Filing portal, select the AY 2025-26, choose your ITR form, validate pre-filled data, enter additional details, preview, and submit. If unsure about the form, use the тАЬHelp me decide which ITR Form to fileтАЭ option.
тЬЕ *Penalties for Late Filing* : Filing after September 15, 2025, incurs a late fee of тВ╣5,000 (or тВ╣1,000 if income is below тВ╣5 lakh) and 1% monthly interest on unpaid tax under Section 234A.