Income Tax Slab:
Income Tax Slab | Tax rate - Individuals |
---|---|
Up to `2,50,000 | Nil |
2,50,001 to 5,00,000 | 5% |
5,00,001 to 10,00,000 | 12,500 + 20% of total income exceeding 5,00,000 |
Above 10,00,000 | 1,12,500 + 30% of total income exceeding 10,00,000 |
The Finance Act, 2020 has introduced new optional tax regime :
- No Tax – Upto Rs 2.5 Lakhs
- 5% Tax – Between 2.5 Lakhs to 5 Lakhs
- 10 % Tax – Between 5 Lakhs to 7.5 Lakhs
- 15 % Tax – Between 7.5 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs
- 20 % Tax – Between 10 Lakhs to 12.5 Lakhs
- 25 % Tax – Between 12.5 Lakhs to 15 Lakhs
- 30% Tax – Above 15 Lakhs
Individuals can opt for either the new regime or continue with the existing tax slab rates. Opting for the new regime means forgoing exemptions and deductions available in the old regime.
Exemptions not allowed in the new regime include
- Deduction under Chapter VI-A deduction (80C, 80D, 80E etc. ) (Except Section 80CCD(2))
- Housing loan interest
- Salary – Standard Deduction
- Education allowance for children
- House Rent Allowance
- Leave Travel Allowance
It's advisable to choose the new tax regime if you have fewer investments.
Individuals are categorized into three groups:
- Individuals - less than of 60 years of Age
- Resident Senior citizens - More Than 60 and Less than 80 years of age
- Resident Super senior citizens - More than 80 years of Age
Income Tax Return (ITR) forms vary based on the individual's income sources.
ITR Forms:
FORM ITR-1 – (Sahaj forms) * Applicable for individuals with income up to Rs. 50 lakh. * Receives income from salary, one house property, or other sources (interest, etc.).
FORM ITR-2 - For individuals and HUFs without income from business/profession and ineligible for Sahaj.
FORM ITR-3 – Suitable for individuals with income from business/profession.
FORM ITR- 4 - Individuals, HUFs, and firms (excluding LLPs) with total income up to Rs. 50 lakh. Income from business and profession computed under presumptive taxation provisions.
FORM ITR-5 – Applicable for Partnership Firms and LLPs.
FORM ITR-6 – Designed for Companies.
FORM ITR-7 - Intended for Political Parties and Charitable Institutions. Choose the relevant ITR form based on your income sources and business structure for a streamlined and accurate filing process.
Due date for filing an Income tax Return:
- For Individuals and Non Audit Case - 31st July of the assessment year.
- For Audit Cases - 31st September of the assessment year
Income tax / Proprietorship:
Proprietorship Filing income tax for proprietorships mirrors individual tax filing. Proprietors under 60 with income surpassing Rs. 2,50,000 must file returns. This slab differs from LLPs and companies. Ensure compliance with these guidelines for seamless tax filing.
Income tax-Limited liability Partnership/Partnership companies/private limited company
Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) and partnership companies are treated similarly to partnership firms, taxed at 30% on total income. If income exceeds one crore, an additional 12% surcharge applies. Public limited companies face a 25% taxation rate on total earnings.
Penalty on Income tax:
Financial reports must be submitted at the fiscal year-end, with the new financial year starting on April 1. The Indian government sets a July 31 deadline for filing all company ITR reports. A penalty of Rs.5000 per day is imposed for ITR submissions before December 31. If the deadline extends beyond December 31, the penalty increases to Rs.10,000.
Documents Required
2. Investment details ( For Eligible Deductions ) (80C, 80CCC, 80CCD, 80CCG, 80D, 80DD, 80DDB,80E, 80G,80GG, 80GGC, 80TTA, 80TTB, 80U )
3. Aadhaar Card Copy and Pan Card Copy.
4. Source of Income Declaration
- Declaration - Salary Income
- Declaration - Rent Income ( Own or Joined House Property )
- Declaration - Income from Business or Profession ( Profit sharing or Salary from the Firm or Company )
- Declaration - Capital Gain ( Any property or Shares or Mutual funds or PF etc, sold )
- Declaration - Any income from other sources
- LIC Policy premium payment
- Rent paid
- School Fees for children
- Housing Loan ( Provide the split up - Interest part and Principle part )
- Donations paid
- Health insurance premium Paid