The ITR-4 form, also known as Sugam, is specifically designed for small business owners, freelancers, and certain professionals who do not maintain detailed books of accounts but do keep a sales ledger. This form is ideal for online sellers, traders, wholesalers, manufacturers, online content creators, bloggers, vloggers, and professionals like chartered accountants, doctors, lawyers, and engineers who calculate their income on a presumptive basis under sections 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
ITR-4 is the Income Tax Return form for taxpayers opting for a presumptive income scheme under Section 44AD, Section 44ADA, and Section 44AE of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Taxpayers whose business turnover exceeds Rs. 2 crore must file ITR-3 instead.
ITR-4 is to be filed by individuals, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and partnership firms (excluding LLPs) whose total income for FY 2023-24 includes:
The ITR-4 form for FY 2023-24 incorporates several important changes:
Default Tax Regime: The default tax regime has shifted to the new tax regime, following amendments introduced by the Finance Act 2023 to Section 115BAC. Taxpayers preferring the old tax regime must submit Form 10-IEA to opt out.
Section 80CCH Deduction: A new column has been added to disclose the amount eligible for deduction under Section 80CCH. This section allows individuals enrolled in the Agnipath Scheme and subscribing to the Agniveer Corpus Fund to claim a tax deduction for deposits made into the fund.
Increased Turnover Threshold: The turnover threshold for the presumptive taxation scheme under Section 44AD has increased from Rs. 2 crore to Rs. 3 crore, provided cash receipts do not exceed 5% of total turnover or gross receipts. Similarly, Section 44ADA’s gross receipts threshold has increased from Rs. 50 lakhs to Rs. 75 lakhs under the same condition. A new column for disclosing “receipts in cash” under Schedule BP has been added to reflect these changes.
The following individuals and entities cannot use ITR-4:
The ITR-4 form is structured as follows:
By understanding the specifics of the ITR-4 form and its requirements, taxpayers can ensure they file their returns accurately and in compliance with the latest tax regulations for AY 2024-25.
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