ITR-3 Form - Structure & How to File? Complete Guide

The ITR-3 form is for individuals and HUFs (Hindu Undivided Families) who earn income from a proprietary business or by practising his/her profession. Let's take a closer look at this income tax return form – who is it for, how to fill it and more.

• Individuals who run an inherited proprietorship business
• Individuals who earn income from house property, his/her profession like doctors, lawyers, etc and other sources

However, note that if an individual earns income as a partner of a firm, he/she cannot file ITR-3. Instead, he/she should choose the ITR-2 form.You can file your income tax returns using the ITR-3 form if your total income is derived from:

• Income from a house property – single house or multiple houses
• Income from capital gains – short-term and long-term
• Income from a profession/business that is run as a proprietorship
• Income from the lottery, races, and legal gambling
• Income from overseas assets that belong to you

ITR-3 form has two parts: Part A and Part B. Part A includes:

• General information about the individual (or HUF) and the type of business
• The balance sheet
• Profit and loss sheet
• Quantitative details (applies when you are eligible for audits under Section 44AB)
• Other information (optional)

Part B consists of the total income, taxable income, and other tax computations.While filling the ITR-3 form, make sure to follow the order mentioned below to avoid making mistakes: Step 1 : Fill the general information section in Part A Step 2 : Fill up the schedules Step 3 : Fill the TI section in Part B, followed by the TTI section in Part B Step 4 : Complete the process by filling in the verification section

Taxpayers can file their income tax returns using ITR-3 either online or offline. Once you have successfully submitted the ITR-3, you receive an acknowledgement from the Income Tax officials as ITR-V. You can download the ITR-V from the website of the Income Tax Department.

• It’s now compulsory to provide the Aadhaar number while filing income tax returns.
• If your total income exceeds Rs. 50 lakhs in a year, you have to provide a detailed list of your movable assets and addresses of the immovable property you own.
• If you have deposited more than Rs. 2 lakhs in your account during demonetization, you have to mention it in the ITR-3 form.
• You have to disclose unexplained income and other dividend income that exceeds Rs. 10 lakhs.
• Individuals are required to provide the registered number of the CA firm that helps them file tax returns.

Once you understand the basics of the ITR-3 form, you can see that it’s not all that complicated. Use this guide to help you fill the ITR-3 form correctly and avoid tax calculation mistakes.Ready to make the most of your money? Start your tax planning journey now!

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