ITR-1 (Sahaj) AY 2026-27: New Changes, Who Can File, Last Date & How to File Filing your income tax return does not have to feel like climbing a mountain. For millions of salaried employees, pensioners, and small investors across India, Form ITR-1 (Sahaj) remains the simplest and most trusted route to stay compliant with the Income Tax Department. But Assessment Year 2026-27 is not just another routine filing season. This year brings meaningful changes that expand who can use this form, introduces new reporting fields, and sits at a unique legal crossroads because the Income Tax Act, 2025 came into force on April 1, 2026 , even though your current return still falls under the old Income Tax Act, 1961 . If you are wondering whether you qualify for ITR-1 this year, what the new rules are, when the deadline falls, and how to file without triggering a notice, this guide is written for you. We will walk through every detail in plain, simple language, using bullets to keep things clear...
Comments
Post a Comment