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Here you can find which ITR form you need to file based on your income sources. A complete guide to ITR-1 through ITR-6.
Read Article →Understand the income tax slabs for FY 2025-26 under both new and old tax regimes. Compare tax rates, deductions, and find out which regime saves you more money with detailed examples.
Read Article →The fourth advance tax instalment is due on 15 March 2026. Learn about 100% payment requirement, credit card options, Section 234B & 234C interest penalties, and exemptions for senior citizens.
Read Article →The Income Tax Act 2025 replaces the 1961 Act from April 1, 2026. Discover simplified compliance, zero tax up to ₹12.75 lakh for salaried individuals, new filing deadlines, and what stays unchanged.
Read Article →Wondering if you can claim Section 54F exemption when using mutual fund sale proceeds to repay your home loan? Learn the rules, conditions, and smart tax strategies for FY 2025-26.
Read Article →Learn how to calculate short-term and long-term capital gains on property, stocks, and mutual funds with step-by-step examples, tax rates, and exemptions under Sections 54, 54EC, and 54F for FY 2025-26.
Read Article →Learn how to check TDS deducted during FY 2025-26 using Form 26AS, Annual Information Statement (AIS), and Traces portal. Complete guide with step-by-step instructions for Indian taxpayers filing ITR for AY 2026-27.
Read Article →Understand cryptocurrency taxation in India for FY 2026-27. Learn about 30% tax on crypto gains, 1% TDS, VDA rules under Section 115BBH, loss offset restrictions, and compliance requirements with latest CBDT guidelines.
Read Article →April 1, 2026 brings major income tax reforms: extended ITR deadlines for ITR-3/ITR-4 filers, revised return window now till March 31, and STT hike on F&O trading. Income Tax Act 2025 replaces 1961 law with simplified compliance.
Read Article →India's Income Tax Act 2025 comes into effect from April 1, 2026, replacing the 1961 Act. Understand the unified Tax Year, renumbered sections, revised TDS rules, extended ITR deadlines, and simplified compliance framework under the new tax law.
Read Article →Comprehensive guide on joint income tax return filing for married couples in India. Explore the proposed benefits, eligibility requirements, tax savings potential, and how it compares to individual filing.
Read Article →Learn how to check Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS) online through the Income Tax e-filing portal. Step-by-step guide for FY 2025-26 with latest updates and troubleshooting tips.
Read Article →Confused between new and old tax regime for FY 2025-26? Compare Section 115BAC tax slabs, deductions under Section 80C, 87A rebate, and learn which regime saves you more tax based on your income.
Read Article →Learn how to respond to income tax notices online through the new e-filing portal in 2026. Complete guide covering notice types, required documents, reply procedures, and deadlines to avoid penalties.
Read Article →The Income-tax Rules 2026 expand 50% HRA exemption to 8 cities from April 1, 2026. Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Ahmedabad employees can now claim higher tax benefits under Section 10(13A) alongside Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata under the old tax regime.
Read Article →Discover how the Income Tax Rules 2026 expand HRA exemption to 8 cities including Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad. Learn calculation formulas under Section 10(13A) and Rule 279 to save over ₹1 lakh in taxes for FY 2026-27.
Read Article →Confused between old and new tax regimes for FY 2026-27? Our detailed comparison with calculator helps you decide which regime saves more tax based on your income and deductions.
Read Article →As of February 2026, 24.64 lakh income tax returns for AY 2025-26 remain pending beyond 90 days. Learn why refunds are delayed, NUDGE compliance issues, and step-by-step methods to track your ITR refund status online.
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