ITR Form Finder
Stop guessing. Find the right tax form in seconds.
Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) starts with choosing the right form. For Financial Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27), using the wrong form (e.g., ITR-1 for Stock Market gains) will render your return "Defective," leading to notices from the IT Department. Use this tool to find your exact match in less than 30 seconds.
1. Total Annual Income
2. Select Your Income Sources
You should file
ITR-1
For Salary/Pension & Interest Income < ₹50L
Why the Wrong Form is Dangerous
The Income Tax Department's software automatically cross-checks your data with the AIS (Annual Information Statement).
- If you sold Shares/Mutual Funds but filed ITR-1, your return will be rejected because ITR-1 has no column for Capital Gains.
- If you have Foreign Assets (e.g., US Stocks) and file ITR-1, you risk heavy penalties under the Black Money Act.
📋 ITR Quick Reference Guide (FY 2025-26)
| Form | Who is it for? | Key Exclusions |
|---|---|---|
| ITR-1 (Sahaj) | Salaried IndividualsIncome ≤ ₹50 Lakhs. One House Property. Interest Income. | ❌ No Capital Gains ❌ No Crypto ❌ No Director in Company |
| ITR-2 | Investors & ExpatsCapital Gains (Stocks/MF). Foreign Income/Assets. >1 House Property. Income > ₹50 Lakhs. | ❌ No Business Income |
| ITR-3 | Business / ProfessionFreelancers, Intraday Traders, F&O Traders, Business Owners. | ✅ Covers Everything |
| ITR-4 (Sugam) | Presumptive SchemeSmall Business/Freelancers opting for Sec 44AD/44ADA (Flat % Tax). Income ≤ ₹50 Lakhs. | ❌ No Capital Gains |
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Disclaimer: This tool provides general guidance based on CBDT rules for AY 2026-27. Complex cases (e.g., carrying forward losses, clubbing of income) may require professional advice. Please consult a CA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should file ITR-1 (Sahaj)?▼
ITR-1 is meant for resident individuals with income from salary, one house property, and other sources, within prescribed limits.
What is ITR-2 used for?▼
ITR-2 applies to individuals with capital gains, multiple properties, or foreign income, without business income.