As the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for Assessment Year 2024–25 (Financial Year 2023–24) approaches on 31st July 2025, lakhs of taxpayers are rushing to file their returns. Filing your ITR in a hurry may lead to mistakes that can cost you penalties, delayed refunds, or even notices from the Income Tax Department.
So before you hit “Submit,” follow this complete last-minute checklist curated by the experts at IndiaFills.com — your trusted partner for income tax filing services across India.
📁 1. Gather All Required Documents
Make sure you have the following documents ready before starting your return:
✅ PAN Card
✅ Aadhaar Card
✅ Form 16 (from employer, if salaried)
✅ Form 26AS & AIS/TIS (download from Income Tax Portal)
✅ Bank account details (for refund)
✅ Interest certificates from banks or post office
✅ Investment proofs (for deductions under 80C, 80D, etc.)
✅ Capital gains statement (if you’ve sold stocks, mutual funds, or property)
✅ Business income details, if applicable
✅ Rent receipts / HRA details, if claiming HRA
📄 2. Select the Correct ITR Form
Choosing the correct form is critical. Here’s a quick guide:
| ITR Form | Who Should Use It? |
|---|---|
| ITR-1 (Sahaj) | Salaried individuals with total income up to ₹50 lakh |
| ITR-2 | Capital gains or income from more than one house property |
| ITR-3 | Business or professional income |
| ITR-4 (Sugam) | Presumptive income scheme (Section 44ADA/44AE) |
Filing the wrong ITR form may lead to rejection or defective returns.
❌ 3. Avoid These Common Mistakes
Last-minute filing often leads to avoidable errors. Double-check the following:
🔸 Mismatch between Form 16 and Form 26AS/AIS
🔸 Not reporting interest income (from savings account, FD, RD)
🔸 Skipping foreign income/assets (if applicable)
🔸 Claiming wrong or ineligible deductions
🔸 Entering incorrect bank account for refund
🔸 Forgetting to declare capital gains from mutual funds/stocks
✅ 4. Don’t Forget to E-Verify Your Return
Filing ITR is not complete until you e-verify it within 30 days. If not verified, it will be treated as invalid.
🔐 Ways to e-Verify:
- Aadhaar OTP
- Net Banking
- Bank ATM (limited banks)
- Demat Account
- Sending signed ITR-V to CPC Bangalore (only if digital options fail)
💰 5. Planning to Claim a Refund? Act Fast!
If you’re eligible for a refund, ensure:
- Bank account is pre-validated and linked with PAN
- Details match exactly with your bank records
- No mismatch in TDS/TCS or income reported
Delays in accurate filing may delay your refund unnecessarily.
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📌 Conclusion
The Income Tax Department is becoming stricter with compliance. A small mistake can cost you heavily — from penalty notices to refund delays. Use this checklist as your final safeguard before clicking the “Submit” button.
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