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Old Regime vs New Regime for FY 2025-26: Which Tax Regime Is Better?
Choosing between the Old and New Tax Regimes is a crucial decision for salaried employees, professionals, freelancers, pensioners, and investors, as it impacts tax liability, deductions, exemptions, refund eligibility, and long-term planning. For FY 2025-26, the New Tax Regime is the default system under the Income Tax Act, offering lower tax rates, simpler compliance, and a higher standard deduction, though many traditional exemptions under the Old Regime are limited or unav

CA Pratik Bharda
Jun 313 min read
PF vs. PPF: Determining the Best Option
The Government of India has introduced a number of saving plans with the goal of encouraging financial literacy among the populace. The Provident Fund (PF) is one well-known savings plan. The savings plan may be required or optional. While the Public Provident Fund (PPF) is optional, the Employee Provident Fund (EPF), also known as PF, is required. Each of these plans has a unique set of features and advantages. Continue reading to learn about the specifics of both plans, as

Astha Bhatia
Jun 37 min read


Cryptocurrency Explained: Meaning, How It Works, and Crypto Tax in India
Cryptocurrency has emerged as a new form of digital assets that can be transferred, stored, and traded electronically. Popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dogecoin, Ripple, and Matic are now traded across digital platforms worldwide. In India, cryptocurrencies and certain other digital assets are classified as Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) under the Income Tax Act. As interest in crypto continues to grow, taxpayers must understand not only what crypt

CA Pratik Bharda
Jun 39 min read


ITR (Income Tax Returns): Meaning, Types, Documents Required & Filing Process
Income Tax Return (ITR) filing is one of the most important financial compliance activities for taxpayers in India. Whether you are a salaried employee, freelancer, business owner, investor, or pensioner, filing an ITR helps you report your income, taxes paid, deductions claimed, and tax liability to the Income Tax Department. Apart from legal compliance, ITR filing has become important for financial credibility, loan approvals, visa applications, tax refunds, and future fina

CA Pratik Bharda
Jun 217 min read
Advance Tax v/s Belated Return: How to Avoid Penalties and Interest Charges?
Paying taxes on time is important for both individuals and businesses in India. The Income Tax Act, 1961, requires people to pay their taxes on time to avoid penalties and extra charges. If you miss tax deadlines, you may have to pay interest, fines, or face legal action. Two important tax rules that every taxpayer should know about are advance tax and belated returns. These affect how and when you pay taxes. Advance tax means paying your tax in parts throughout the year inst

Kanchan Bhatt
May 2817 min read


ITR 1 vs ITR 3 vs ITR 4 Deadlines 2026: Who Files and When?
Filing an income tax return starts with two key decisions: selecting the correct ITR form and understanding the applicable deadline. For AY 2026-27, these two factors vary depending on the type of income and whether the taxpayer falls under audit or non-audit categories. The due dates are no longer uniform across all taxpayers, which makes it important to clearly identify where each form applies. For income earned during FY 2025-26, the filing process continues under the prov

Ankita Murkute
May 268 min read


Why some taxpayers get August 31 instead of July 31 ITR deadline
The income tax return filing process for the financial year 2025–26 follows a structured timeline based on the type of taxpayer and the nature of income. Instead of a single uniform due date, the system now uses a staggered approach where different categories of taxpayers are assigned separate deadlines. For most individual taxpayers, including salaried employees, the due date remains July 31, 2026. A separate extended timeline has been introduced for freelancers, consultants

Astha Bhatia
May 2513 min read


ITR Deadline 2026: Who Must File by July 31 and Who Gets Time Till August 31
The income tax return filing timeline for the Assessment Year 2026–27 has been revised to introduce separate deadlines based on the type of taxpayer. Earlier, most individuals and businesses were required to file their returns by a single due date, typically July 31. The updated framework now introduces an additional deadline of August 31 for specific categories of taxpayers. This change is part of the broader effort to improve compliance and reduce last-minute filing pressur

Ankita Murkute
May 2512 min read
Section 44ADA and Advance Tax: Tax Planning Tips for Freelancers and Professionals
For freelancers and professionals in India, managing taxes can be a daunting task, especially with fluctuating income and varying expenses. The government introduced Section 44ADA under the Income Tax Act to simplify tax filing for certain professionals by allowing them to declare a fixed percentage of their income as profit instead of maintaining detailed books of accounts. This presumptive taxation scheme reduces compliance burdens while offering potential tax savings. Howe

Ankita Murkute
May 2311 min read


How to Save Tax for Salary above 20 Lakhs
Is your salary income more than INR 20 lakhs? Do you feel the pinch of higher tax rates? With strategic planning and smart financial decisions, you can significantly reduce your tax liability and maximize the amount of your take-home salary. The complexity of Income Tax is known to all. However, with the right guidance, one can unlock substantial savings. In this article we will explore a variety of tax-saving strategies especially designed for high income groups. Table of Co

Kanchan Bhatt
May 2313 min read
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