Avoid Income Tax Notices! Complete 2025 ITR Filing Guide for Indians
If you are also earning income, then you must have heard about Income Tax Return (ITR) and Income Tax Notice. But sometimes there is confusion whether it is necessary to file ITR or not, and if it is necessary then what should be kept in mind so that no notice comes in the future.
In this guide, we will tell you in full detail that:
• When is it necessary to file ITR?
• How to choose the right ITR form
• How to use AIS and 26AS documents
• Common mistakes to avoid
• Benefits of Deductions and Loss carry forward
• Importance of timely filing
1. Do you need to file an ITR?
The first rule of filing ITR is to check your total annual income .
• Old Regime: Basic exemption limit ₹2.5 lakh
• New Regime (FY 24-25): Basic exemption limit ₹3 lakh
• New Regime (FY 25-26 onwards): Basic exemption limit ₹4 lakh
• Senior Citizens: Limit ₹5 Lakh
If your income is above this limit, then it is necessary to file ITR.
But note — in some cases , ITR is required even if it is less than the income limit:
• Electricity bill of more than ₹ 1 lakh
• Foreign travel expense above ₹2 lakh
• ₹50 Lakh+ Deposit in Savings Account
• ₹1 Crore+ Deposit in Current Account
• TDS deducted ₹25,000+
• Business turnover/professional receipts threshold cross
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