ITR FORM FINDER
Which ITR Form Should You File?
Answer a few questions to find the correct Income Tax Return form for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27).
📅 Financial Year
FY 2025-26 (April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026)
📊 Assessment Year
AY 2026-27 (for income earned in FY 2025-26)
⏰ Due Date
July 31, 2026 (for most individuals)
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Understanding All ITR Forms
ITR-1 (Sahaj)
For individuals with simple income
- ✓Salary income up to ₹50 lakhs
- ✓One house property
- ✓Interest income
- ✗No business or capital gains
ITR-2
For individuals/HUF without business
- ✓Capital gains (shares/property)
- ✓Multiple house properties
- ✓Foreign assets & income
- ✓Income above ₹50 lakhs
ITR-3
For business owners & professionals
- ✓Business/professional income
- ✓Partners in firms
- ✓Requires books of accounts
- ✓May need tax audit
ITR-4 (Sugam)
For presumptive taxation
- ✓Presumptive business (Sec 44AD)
- ✓Professional income (Sec 44ADA)
- ✓Turnover up to ₹2 crores
- ✓No need for books/audit
ITR-5
For firms & associations
- ✓Partnership firms & LLPs
- ✓Association of Persons (AOP)
- ✓Body of Individuals (BOI)
- ✓Due: Oct 31, 2026 (if audit)
ITR-6
For companies
- ✓All companies (Pvt/Public Ltd)
- ✓Domestic & foreign companies
- ✓Requires audit reports
- ✓Due: Oct 31, 2026
ITR-7
For trusts & institutions
- ✓Charitable/religious trusts
- ✓Political parties & NGOs
- ✓Research institutions
- ✓Sec 12A/12AA registered
ITR-U (Updated)
For correcting filed returns
- ✓Correct mistakes in filed ITR
- ✓Within 24 months of AY
- ✓Pay additional tax + interest
- ✓For underreported income
❌ Who Cannot Use ITR-1 (Sahaj)?
- ✗Total income exceeds ₹50 lakhs
- ✗Business or professional income
- ✗Capital gains (shares/property/MF)
- ✗Foreign assets or foreign income
- ✗More than one house property
- ✗Director in a company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the due date for filing ITR for FY 2025-26?
For individuals/HUF/AOP/BOI (non-audit cases): July 31, 2026. For businesses requiring audit: October 31, 2026. For businesses with international transactions: November 30, 2026. Late filing attracts penalty.
Can I file ITR-1 if I have capital gains?
No, ITR-1 (Sahaj) cannot be used if you have capital gains from sale of property, shares, or mutual funds. You need to file ITR-2 for capital gains income.
Which ITR form is for salary income only?
ITR-1 (Sahaj) is for individuals with salary income up to ₹50 lakhs, one house property, and interest income. No capital gains, business income, or foreign assets allowed.
Do I need to file ITR if my income is below taxable limit?
Filing is optional if total income is below basic exemption limit. However, it's recommended for loan applications, visa processing, and maintaining income records. Also mandatory if TDS was deducted.
What is ITR-U and when can I use it?
ITR-U (Updated Return) allows you to correct mistakes in originally filed ITR. Can be filed within 24 months from the end of relevant assessment year by paying additional tax with interest.
Can I revise my ITR after filing?
Yes, you can revise ITR before the end of assessment year or before completion of assessment, whichever is earlier. Use the same ITR form and mention 'Revised Return' in filing type.
Which ITR form should freelancers use?
Freelancers and consultants should use ITR-3 or ITR-4 (if eligible for presumptive taxation). ITR-3 for maintaining books of accounts, ITR-4 for presumptive income (44ADA - 50% of gross receipts).
What is the difference between ITR-2 and ITR-3?
ITR-2 is for individuals/HUF with capital gains, multiple properties, or directorship (no business income). ITR-3 is for individuals/HUF with business or professional income requiring books of accounts.
Do I need to e-verify my ITR?
Yes, ITR must be verified within 30 days of filing, otherwise it's considered invalid. Verification can be done via Aadhaar OTP, EVC, net banking, or sending signed ITR-V to CPC Bangalore.
Can I claim deductions under new tax regime?
Under new tax regime (default from FY 2023-24), most deductions under 80C, 80D, HRA are not available. Only standard deduction, family pension, and employer NPS contribution (80CCD(2)) are allowed.
Which ITR form for company directors?
Company directors without business income should file ITR-2. If they have business/professional income along with directorship, they should file ITR-3.
What happens if I file wrong ITR form?
Filing wrong ITR form makes your return invalid/defective. Income Tax Department will send defect notice. You must file correct ITR form within 15 days of notice or before original due date, whichever is later.
Can I file ITR without Form 16?
Yes, you can file ITR without Form 16 using Form 26AS and AIS (Annual Information Statement) which shows all your income, TDS, and tax information. Form 16 is just a convenience document from employer.
Which ITR for rental income from multiple properties?
If you have only salary and rental income from multiple properties, file ITR-2. Income from house property can be shown for multiple properties in ITR-2. ITR-1 allows only one house property.
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