Bank FDR limit Increased to 150000 under section 80C

(INCOME?TAX) S.O. 2906(E).In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (xxi) of sub?section (2) of  section 80C of the Income?tax Act, 1961 (43 of 1961), the Central Government hereby  makes the following amendments to the Bank Term Deposit Scheme, 2006, namely:? (a) This scheme is called as the Bank Term … Continue reading

Income Tax Department Notice for Non Compliance & Non Filing of Returns

If you have not filed Income return for last few years ( ie Previous year 2012-2013, 2011-2012, 2010-2011, and 2009-2010) then chances are that you might have received income tax notice from income tax department. Income Tax Department is collating information from various sources and is sending notice to non-filers of Income Tax … Continue reading

TDS on Sale of Property (Section 194IA) & Capital Gains Tax – FY 2025-26

Last Updated: June 2026 — FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) Under Section 194IA, the buyer of an immovable property (other than agricultural land) must deduct TDS at the time of payment if the property value is Rs. 50 lakh or more. TDS on Property Sale – Section 194IA (FY 2025-26) Detail … Continue reading

Which ITR should I use for Filling tax return – ITR 1 or ITR2

Income Tax Return filing last date is 31st july 2014 for non- Audit cases. There is lot of confusion among tax payers, which is the correct income tax form. Whether I should use ITR 1 or ITR 2. Who can use ITR 1 ITR–1 Form is to be used by … Continue reading

Cost Inflation index for year 2014-2015 is 1024

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has specified a value for the cost inflation index (CII) for 2014-15. A cost inflation index helps reduce the inflationary gains, thereby reducing the long-term capital gains tax payout for a taxpayer. Last year, the index was ‘939’, and this year it is … Continue reading

Who Can Use Itr 4S (Sugam) For Online Income Tax Return Filing?

New Income tax form for Assessment year 2013 -2014 are released by Income Tax Department. It is important that correct income tax form should be selected for filing income tax return. Selecting correct income tax form will ensure that you return are processed timely and you get income tax refund … Continue reading

How to File Income Tax Return Online – Common Mistakes to Avoid (FY 2025-26)

Last Updated: June 2026 — FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) | Last Date: 31 July 2026 Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) online is straightforward if you follow the right steps and avoid common mistakes. Step-by-Step: How to File ITR Online Collect Form 16, Form 26AS, AIS, bank statements, and investment … Continue reading

Who Should Use ITR-2 for FY 2025-26? Eligibility & Key Sections

Last Updated: June 2026 — FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) ITR-2 is used by individuals and HUFs who have income beyond salary and cannot use ITR-1. Who Should Use ITR-2 for FY 2025-26? Income exceeding Rs. 50 lakh Capital gains from shares, mutual funds, or property More than one house property … Continue reading

Who Can Use ITR-1 (Sahaj) for FY 2025-26? Eligibility Criteria

Last Updated: June 2026 — FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) ITR-1 (Sahaj) is the simplest and most commonly used Income Tax Return form. Here’s who is eligible to use it for AY 2026-27. Who Can Use ITR-1 (Sahaj) for FY 2025-26? Resident individual (not NRI) Total income up to Rs. 50 … Continue reading

Section 87A Tax Rebate FY 2025-26 – Zero Tax up to Rs. 12 Lakh (New Regime)

Last Updated: June 2026 — FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) Section 87A of the Income Tax Act provides a tax rebate that reduces your income tax liability to zero if your total income is within the specified limit. This is one of the most beneficial provisions for middle-income taxpayers in India. … Continue reading