Income Tax Return is the form in which the person provides information about his Income and tax thereon to Income Tax Department. Various income tax return forms prescribed by income tax department for “Individual” are ITR 1, ITR 2, ITR 3 and ITR 4 .These returns should be filed before the specified due date. Every Income Tax Return Form is applicable to a certain section of individuals depending on their nature of income. It is imperative to know which particular form is appropriate in each case since income tax department process only those forms which are applicable to those assesses.
Benefits of Filing ITR
- Use as address proof: ITR receipt sent to your registered address can be used as residential proof.
- Easy bank loan documentation process: Income tax return makes it easier for banks to assess your source of income when you apply for loans like an auto loan, home loan etc.
- Compensation of losses in the next financial year: Without ITR filing, you cannot compensate your losses of previous financial year in next financial year.
- Save extra interest or penalty: If you don’t file ITR, it could lead to extra interest or penalty prescribed under the income tax act.
- Tax Refund: If you have paid excess tax on your income, then you can file for a refund from the income tax department. In order to get this refund, it is mandatory that you file ITR.