IndiaGuideNo. ITR-1
ITR-1 (Sahaj) — Income tax return
The simplified income tax return for Indian residents whose income comes mainly from salary, pension, one house property and interest.
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ITR-2 — Income tax return (no business income)
The income tax return for individuals and HUFs without business income who cannot use ITR-1: non-residents, capital gains, several properties, foreign income.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
- File your income when your situation goes beyond ITR-1: non-resident (NRI) status, capital gains, several properties, foreign income or assets, company directorship, etc.
- The form has many schedules: only fill in the ones that apply to you.
Documents to have ready
- Your active PAN and your e-Filing portal login
- Evidence of income: Form 16, bank statements, capital gains statements, rental income
- Details of your foreign income and assets, if any
Where to send it
Online on the Income Tax Department's e-Filing portal, followed by verification of the return (e-Verification recommended).
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site.
- Keep a copy of what you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.