Data stories, tax guides, and filing insights — backed by real CBDT numbers and updated for FY 2025-26.
Freelancers and small business owners now get August 31. Salaried filers keep July 31. Here's the full updated calendar.
Read article6.97 lakh returns processed in a single day — CPC is clearing the backlog faster than last year.
Read articleITR filing deadlines, advance tax dates, TDS return due dates — all in one place for FY 2025-26.
Read articleReal-time data from the Income Tax portal — how long refunds are actually taking in FY 2025-26.
Read articleExact percentile among 8.22 crore taxpayers in 3 seconds — using Tax AI and real CBDT data.
Read articleITR-1 filings are down 2.8% YoY while ITR-2 surges. India's tax filing landscape is shifting.
Read articleRs 22L (all Indians) or Rs 50L+ (ITR filers) — the real top 1% depends on which dataset you use.
Read articleComplete CBDT income rarity table: Rs 3 lakh to Rs 1 crore — see exactly how many Indians earn what you earn.
Read articleTop 1% individual net worth is ~Rs 1.5 Cr, household Rs 2.5-3 Cr. Here's the full distribution.
Read articleRs 10 lakh puts you in the top 19.7% of India's 8.22 crore taxpayers. But 'good' depends on where you live.
Read articleRs 12 lakh annual puts you in the top 1-1.5% of all Indian workers and top 11% of taxpayers.
Read articleWhat salary puts you in India's top 1%, 5%, or 10%? The answers might surprise you.
Read articleMaharashtra leads with 1.12 crore filings (15.1%) followed by Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat.
Read articleITR-2 is the fastest-growing form as more salaried Indians invest in stocks and mutual funds.
Read articleOnly 1.4% of taxpayers earn above Rs 50 lakh. The vast majority earn below Rs 10 lakh. Full data inside.
Read article143(1) intimation, 139(9) defective return, 143(2) scrutiny — what each notice means and what to do.
Read articleStep-by-step portal process, regime switching rules, and common revision scenarios explained.
Read article6 ways to e-verify your ITR, the 30-day deadline, and what happens if you miss it.
Read articleOne tracks TDS credits. The other tracks everything. Here's how to use both for accurate filing.
Read articleBudget 2025 restructured slabs and pushed the 87A rebate to Rs 12 lakh. Complete guide inside.
Read articleSame ITR form for both regimes. The difference is in Schedule — not the form number.
Read articleOnly Indian income is taxed. ITR-2 or ITR-3 depending on your income sources. Full guide.
Read articlePresumptive vs books — the choice depends on your turnover, profession, and record-keeping comfort level.
Read articleMost salaried employees need ITR-1 or ITR-2. If you invest in stocks or MFs, it's probably ITR-2.
Read articleEach SIP installment is taxed separately. The FIFO rule means your oldest units sell first — and that changes your tax calculation.
Read articleSection 80C, 80D, 80G, NPS, ELSS vs PPF — a practical guide for procrastinators.
Read articleRefund processing rates, filing patterns by ITR form type, income distribution, and state-wise data — all explained.
Read articleSecondary market buyers of Sovereign Gold Bonds lose tax exemption entirely. Here's what changed and what to do.
Read article8.2% interest, fully tax-free at every stage. EEE status — one of the best risk-free returns in India.
Read articleSeparate taxpayer with its own Rs 4L exemption. Saves tax legally if structured correctly.
Read articleDeed, PAN, bank account — the complete process to formally set up a Hindu Undivided Family.
Read articleHUF doesn't get the Rs 12L zero-tax benefit. Here's why, plus the deductions that DO work.
Read articleWhich ITR form to use (not ITR-1), how to file, and common HUF filing scenarios.
Read articleELSS, FDs, stocks, property, LTCG, Section 54F — what HUF can invest in and how it's taxed.
Read articleBoth give ~7% returns. One locks your money, the other doesn't. Tax treatment is the real differentiator.
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