ITR 6 - Company Income Tax Filing

ITR 6 - Company Income Tax Filing

Establishing a business comes with its own set of challenges, and navigating the complexities of filing returns is a vital aspect of successful operations. ITR-6 filing is a key annual compliance requirement for companies in India. Accurately filing ITR-6 on time is crucial for ensuring compliance with the Income Tax Act 1961, helping businesses avoid penalties and potential legal complications.

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What is the ITR 7 Form?

ITR-7 Form is specifically designed for firms, companies, local authorities, associations of persons (AOPs), and artificial judicial persons who wish to file their Income Tax Returns. It applies to those claiming exemptions in the following categories:

  • Under Section 139(4A): Charitable or Religious Trusts
  • Under Section 139(4B): Political Parties
  • Under Section 139(4C): Scientific Research Institutions
  • Under Section 139(4D): Universities, Colleges, Institutions, or Khadi and Village Industries
Who Cannot File the ITR 7 Form Online?

Individuals not seeking exemptions under Section 139(4A), Section 139(4B), Section 139(4C), or Section 139(4D) are not required to file the ITR-7 Form for Income Tax Returns.

Who is Eligible to File the ITR-7 Form?

The ITR-7 Form applies to individuals receiving income from various sources:

  • Section 139(4A): Those with income from property held under trust or legal obligations for charitable or religious purposes.
  • Section 139(4B): Political parties with income exceeding the non-taxable limit.
  • Section 139(4C): Organizations such as scientific research associations, hospitals, educational institutions, universities, and news agencies.
  • Section 139(4D): Colleges and universities are not mandated to file returns otherwise.
  • Section 139(4E) and Section 139(4F): Business trusts and investment funds with no obligation to file under other provisions.

Any taxpayer who falls under the categories of Trust, Company, Firm, Local Authority, Association of Persons (AOP), or Artificial Judicial Person and claims exemptions as per Section 139(4A), Section 139(4B), Section 139(4C), or Section 139(4D) can utilize the ITR-7 Form for filing Income Tax Returns.

What is the Deadline for Filing ITR 7 Form?

The due date for filing the ITR7 Form varies depending on whether the accounts require auditing. Individuals not subject to audit can file by July 31, 2023, for AY 2023-24, while audit cases have a deadline of October 31, 2023.

Note: The filing date for Form ITR7 for the Assessment Year 2023-24 for assesses is detailed in clause (a) of Explanation 2 to sub-section (1). The original deadline of Section 139 of the Act, which was October 31, 2023, has been extended until November 30, 2023.

Part B (and its subsections)
  • Part B-TI: Computation of Total Income
  • Part B-TTI: Computation of tax liability for the total income.
Schedules
Purpose

Schedule –HP

For computing incomes under the head Income from House Property

Schedule –BP

For computing incomes under the head “profit and gains from business and profession

Schedule –DPM

For calculating depreciation on plant & machinery

Schedule –DOA

For a summary of depreciation on all assets

Schedule –DCG

For calculating the deemed capital gain on the sale of depreciable assets

Schedule –ESR

Deductions u/s 35, i.e. expenditure on scientific research

Schedule –CG

For calculating income under the head “Capital gains.”

Schedule –OS

For calculating income from other sources

Schedule –CYLA

Calculating the income after setting off the current year's loss

Schedule –BFLA

Calculation of income after setting off the unabsorbed loss of the previous year

Schedule –CFL

Statement of loss for carrying forward to a further year

Schedule –UD

Statements of unabsorbed depreciation and allowance

Schedule –ICDS

Income computation disclosure standards on profit

Schedule –10AA

Deductions u/s 10AA

Schedule –80G

Details of deduction u/s 80G relating to donations

Schedule –80 GGA

Statement of donations for scientific research and rural development

Schedule –VIA

Statement of deductions from total income under Chapter VI-A

Schedule –SI

Details of income chargeable at special tax rates

Schedule –PTI

Details relating to passing through income from business trust or investment fund

Schedule –EI

Statement of exempted incomes

Schedule –MAT

Details of tax payable u/s 115JB (Minimum Alternate Tax)

Schedule –DDT

statement of tax paid on dividend, i.e. “dividend distribution tax”

Schedule –BBS

Details of tax distributed income on buyback of shares

Schedule –ESI

Statement of foreign incomes and tax relief to it

Schedule –IT

Details on advance-tax paid and self-assessment tax

Schedule –TDS

Details of TDS on incomes other than salaries

Schedule –TCS

Statement of TCS (Tax collected at source)

Schedule –FSI

Statement of income accruing outside India

Schedule –TR

Details of tax relief claimed for foreign tax paid

Schedule –FA

Complete details of foreign assets and foreign income

Schedule –SH1

Details of shareholding of an unlisted company

Schedule –SH2

Details of shareholding of start-ups

Schedule –AL1

Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year

Schedule –GST

Statement of turnover reported for GST

Schedule –FD

Details of payment/receipt made in foreign currency

Procedure for Filing ITR Form 6

After logging into the Income Tax Portal, navigate to the "e-Filing" section, select "Income Tax Returns," and choose ITR Form 6 for filing. To ensure a smooth and accurate filing of ITR Form 6, the Income Tax Department recommends that taxpayers follow these steps in the correct sequence:

  • Part A: Begin by filling out the taxpayer's basic details, including personal information and income sources.
  • Schedules: Complete the relevant schedules that apply to your company's income, deductions, and tax details. This includes details of profits and gains, tax payments, and any applicable exemptions.
  • Part B: Fill in the total income, tax computation, and any carry-forward losses.
  • Verification: Review all the information provided and complete the verification section to validate the accuracy of your return.
  • Submit the ITR: Once all sections are filled out and verified, submit the ITR Form 6 electronically.
  • Acknowledgement: After successful submission, download the acknowledgement receipt (ITR-V) for your records. If you opt for e-verification, you will receive an acknowledgement via email.

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Documents Required for Filing ITR-6

When filing the ITR-6 return form, no annexures or documents, including TDS certificates, need to be attached. Taxpayers are advised to reconcile the taxes that have been deducted, collected, or paid on their behalf by comparing these amounts with their Tax Credit Statement (Form 26AS).

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