The Income Tax Department last month extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) in non-audit cases for the financial year 2024-25 to 15 September 2025. While this relief may be good news for some people, it does not mean that you wait till the last day.
Today, when tax portals and documents have gone digital, filing returns has become easier than ever for taxpayers. You can file your ITR yourself even without the help of a Chartered Accountant (CA). You just have to take care of some important things and common mistakes, so that there is no delay in refund and there is no risk of notice.
Many changes have been made in the new e-filing process which is simpler and faster than ever. But despite this, many people make some common mistakes, due to which they may get a delay in refund or a notice from the Income Tax Department.
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In this article, we will know how you can file ITR without the help of a CA and which common mistakes you must avoid.
What are the benefits of filing ITR yourself?
Due to modern technology, filing ITR is no longer as complicated as before. As soon as you log in to the portal, your PAN number, Aadhaar, bank details and other information are pre-filled. Not only this, information related to your TDS, salary and interest is also revealed through Form 26AS and AIS.
By filling ITR yourself, you have a better understanding of your income and expenses. This also makes tax planning easier. Here are some common mistakes you must avoid:
- Choosing the wrong ITR form
The first and common mistake is choosing the wrong ITR form. Every taxpayer has a different income source and the form is decided on that basis. If you choose the wrong form, your return may be rejected.
For example:
ITR-1 (Sahaj): For income up to Rs 50 lakh from salary, pension and one house property
ITR-2: If you have capital gains (such as profits from mutual funds or shares), choose this form
ITR-3/4: If you are a freelancer or do business, any of these forms may apply
Before filing the return,
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