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Learn about Income Tax terms like 80C, Capital Gains, HRA, Advance Tax, and more.

Based on Income Tax Department slabs and Finance Act rules.

How to use this Guides section

Click the category links on the left to learn about income‑tax terms, computations, and compliance rules. Use the search bar at the top to quickly find a term (for example, “80C”, “Advance Tax”, “Capital Gains”, “HRA”). Each guide card is concise and practical, focusing on definitions, thresholds, computations, and tips.

What you’ll learn

  • Core ITR concepts and terminology
  • Income heads and how they’re computed
  • Common salary components and exemptions
  • Capital gains rules and special rates
  • Popular deductions and eligibility
  • Compliance items like PAN–Aadhaar, due dates, TDS

Tips for faster navigation

  • Use search to filter guides instantly
  • Open categories from the sidebar to browse
  • Look for short definitions followed by key rules
  • Use pagination controls when many cards are listed
  • Scan the “meta” line for quick context

Information here is general guidance. Always apply the latest law, notifications, and your specific facts before filing returns or making decisions.

Important Deadlines

Key dates for FY 2025‑26 — advance tax, ITR filing & more

15 Jun 2025 — 1st Advance Tax Instalment
Pay 15% of estimated annual tax liability
15 Sep 2025 — 2nd Advance Tax Instalment
Cumulative 45% of estimated annual tax
15 Dec 2025 — 3rd Advance Tax Instalment
Cumulative 75% of estimated annual tax
15 Mar 2026 — 4th & Final Advance Tax
Pay remaining 100% of estimated tax. Penalty u/s 234B if missed.
31 Jul 2026 — ITR Filing (No Audit)
Last date for salaried & non‑audit cases
31 Oct 2026 — ITR Filing (Audit Required)
Extended deadline for audit cases u/s 44AB
31 Dec 2026 — Belated / Revised ITR
Last chance to file belated or revise; late fee up to ₹5,000