In India, various tax returns are filed annually, depending on the type of taxpayer, income sources, and tax obligations. Below is an overview of the key tax returns filed in India:
Income Tax Returns (ITR)
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Filed annually by individuals, businesses, and entities to report income and calculate taxes. Different forms are applicable based on the taxpayer's category:
ITR-1 (Sahaj): For individuals earning income from salaries, one house property, other sources, and having total income up to ₹50 lakhs.
ITR-2: For individuals and HUFs with income from capital gains, more than one house property, or foreign income/assets.
ITR-3: For individuals and HUFs having income from business or profession.
2. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Returns
Filed periodically (monthly, quarterly, or annually) by businesses registered under GST:
GSTR-1: Details of outward supplies (sales).
GSTR-3B: Summary return for monthly tax payment.
GSTR-4: Annual return for taxpayers under the Composition Scheme.
Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS) Returns
Form 24Q: TDS on salaries.
Form 26Q: TDS on all payments other than salaries.
Form 27Q: TDS on payments to non-residents.
Form 27EQ: TCS on specified receipts (e.g., sale of goods).