Income Tax Return Filing Deadline
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What is the deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs)?

  • September 30
  • June 30
  • July 31 (correct)
  • August 31
  • What is the primary reason to avoid last-minute filing of ITR?

  • To reduce paperwork
  • To increase deductions
  • To avoid errors (correct)
  • To save time
  • What is one of the essential documents required for filing ITR?

  • Form-17
  • Form-19
  • Form-18
  • Form-16 (correct)
  • Who must file an ITR if their total income exceeds the basic exemption limit?

    <p>Resident Indians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the additional conditions for filing ITR?

    <p>Owning an asset outside India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the threshold for deposits in savings bank accounts that requires ITR filing?

    <p>Fifty lakh rupees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs)

    • The deadline for filing income tax returns is July 31.
    • It is advised to avoid last-minute filing to minimize errors.

    Eligibility for Filing ITR

    • You must file an ITR if your total income before deductions exceeds the basic exemption limit.
    • As a resident of India, you must file an ITR if you own any asset outside India as a beneficial owner or have an interest in any such asset.
    • You must file an ITR if you have made deposits exceeding specified limits in your bank accounts, such as:
      • ₹1 crore or more in aggregate in current accounts.
      • ₹50 lakh or more across one or more savings bank accounts.

    Filing ITR

    • You can file your ITR through e-filing portals, apps, or with the assistance of chartered accountants.
    • If filing independently, you'll typically file online via the income tax department's website.
    • Ensure you have essential documents handy before filing your ITR.

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    Learn about the deadline for filing income tax returns, necessary documents and ways to file ITR. Avoid last-minute errors and file promptly.

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