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What is Income Tax? Meaning, Types and Everything You Need to Know
Understand what income tax is, how it is calculated, the different heads of income, applicable tax slabs, available tax regimes, filing requirements, and key compliance rules that every taxpayer should know. Every earning individual in the country contributes a portion of their earnings to the government to help fund public infrastructure, national security, and social welfare programmes. This direct contribution is what we call income tax, and it plays a vital role in nation

Pritish Sahoo
Jul 3012 min read
Income Tax Return Filing Guide: Step-by-Step Process to File ITR Online
Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) is one of the most important financial responsibilities for every taxpayer. An ITR is a declaration of your income earned during a financial year, the taxes already paid, deductions claimed, and the balance tax payable or refund due. With the Income Tax Department's e-Filing portal, filing an ITR has become much simpler. Most taxpayers can complete the process online without visiting any tax office. However, selecting the correct ITR form, re

CA Pratik Bharda
Jul 3010 min read


How To Make Tax Payment On The Income Tax Portal
For most salaried taxpayers, income tax is deducted directly from their salary through Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). However, taxpayers who are self-employed or earn income from other sources, such as rent, investments, or freelance work, may need to pay additional tax if the TDS deducted is not enough. Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) helps taxpayers check whether they have any tax payment dues left to pay or are eligible for a refund. If there is tax payable, it can be pai

Ankita Murkute
Jul 2910 min read


How TaxBuddy AI Is Redefining the Tax Filing Experience for Indian Taxpayers
Opening a bank account is an essential step in managing your finances. In India, it requires submitting specific documents to comply with...

Adv. Siddharth Sachan
Jul 238 min read


Section 44BB of the Income Tax Act: An Overview
The Income Tax Act's Section 44BB outlines the tax regulations for non-residents who work in the business of extracting or producing mineral oils. With respect to this section, "mineral oil" refers to natural gas and petroleum, whereas "plant" refers to the ships, planes, cars, drilling units, scientific apparatus, and equipment used to further the specified commercial goals. Their income is calculated using a presumptive basis. In this guide, we will provide a comprehensive

Pritish Sahoo
Jul 197 min read


Why Verification Matters Even When AI Helps You File
Artificial Intelligence has made income tax filing significantly easier than it was just a few years ago. Taxpayers can now upload documents, understand tax provisions, calculate their tax liability, and prepare their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) with far less manual effort. Tasks that once required extensive research or professional assistance can now be completed through AI-assisted workflows within a much shorter time. This growing convenience has naturally increased confiden

Pritish Sahoo
Jul 146 min read
How to File an Income Tax Return for a Deceased Person by the Legal Heir
If a taxpayer passes away during a financial year, the obligation to file the Income Tax Return (ITR) for the income earned up to the date of death devolves upon the legal heir or legal representative. The return must be filed if the deceased person's total income exceeds the prescribed basic exemption limit or if filing is otherwise mandatory under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Before filing the ITR on behalf of the deceased, the legal heir must register as a Representative Asse

CA Pratik Bharda
Jul 148 min read
Maximizing Tax Savings with Section 87A Rebate in Your ITR Filing
Section 87A of the Income Tax Act offers taxpayers a significant rebate, providing a reduction in the amount of tax payable. This rebate is particularly beneficial for individuals earning below a certain income threshold, making it an important provision for those looking to optimize their tax liability. With the upcoming changes for FY 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27), it is crucial to understand how the Section 87A rebate works, the updates for the new assessment year, and

Astha Bhatia
Jul 99 min read


Can AI Make Mistakes While Filing Your ITR?
Can AI make mistakes while filing your ITR? Learn where generic AI tools can go wrong and how TaxBuddy AI combines intelligent automation with tax expertise for accurate filing. Artificial Intelligence has quickly become a part of everyday financial decision-making. People now use AI to understand investments, calculate taxes, compare financial products, and even prepare their income tax returns. During every tax season, thousands of taxpayers turn to AI chatbots with questio

CA Pratik Bharda
Jul 37 min read


Why Spend Six Hours Filing Your ITR with Claude When TaxBuddy AI Can Do It in Minutes?
Artificial Intelligence has changed how people search for information. Instead of browsing multiple websites or watching lengthy videos, taxpayers now simply ask an AI assistant questions like "Which ITR form should I file?" "Can I claim this deduction?", or "Why is my refund delayed?" Within seconds, AI generates detailed responses that would otherwise take considerable time to research. This convenience has naturally encouraged many taxpayers to go one step further. Instead

CA Pratik Bharda
Jul 37 min read
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