Free E-Filing of Indian Taxes

RRK · Post by **RRK** » Mon Jun 18, 2007 8:30 pm

What US could not do, India has done.
Free E file for every one. There are 3 software options.
1) pdf file that is editable
2) EXE software
3) Excel based software

Each of this software supposed to generate "xml" file and upload to the site.
A person can sign digitally or print out the return and file.

It is all free.

More information here:
http://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/portal/index.jsp

I just downloaded the software, trying to figure out which is best.
Has any one used any of these and have any recommendation ?

VRG · Post by **VRG** » Wed Jun 20, 2007 7:24 pm

RRK,

Please also let us know which software is the easiest to use. For example, Turbotax in the US is fairly easy..in my experience.

thanks.

RRK · Post by **RRK** » Wed Jun 20, 2007 9:51 pm

I'm not planning on using the software for this year. Anyway I plan to check all these three out to see how they work.

If any of you have tried to use it, give your feedback please..

dbs · Post by **dbs** » Thu Jun 21, 2007 3:14 am

I have filed my UK company's IRS and VAT returns on line for a couple of years as well as the Comapnies House Statements over the net, including paying the fees.

bengal_tiger · Post by **bengal_tiger** » Thu Jun 21, 2007 3:45 am

The IRS cut a deal with tax preparation companies some time
ago waiving its right to offer free filing on its web site to taxpayers.
I always wonder if they will ever cut a deal with the rest of us waiving the
right to collect taxes :emwink:

I am glad the lobbyists in India don't determine public policy,
at least in broad daylight.

RRK · Post by **RRK** » Fri Jun 22, 2007 1:35 am

This year the new forms introduced by GoI needs no annexures.

No supplemental document to be included.
Good news ?

I still dont think the forms are user friendlier and take into consideration tax payers across countries.

murari · Post by **murari** » Sat Jun 23, 2007 5:24 am

Dear Forum Members,

I have PAN number and I would like to file returns to get back my TDS deducted for the interest paid to my NRO account balance. Bank has issued Form NO.16A for the year 2006 - 2007. Can some one let me know still can I file tax returns ?

Thanks in advance

Murari

RRK · Post by **RRK** » Sun Jun 24, 2007 8:13 pm

murari;30617Dear Forum Members,

I have PAN number and I would like to file returns to get back my TDS deducted for the interest paid to my NRO account balance. Bank has issued Form NO.16A for the year 2006 - 2007. Can some one let me know still can I file tax returns ?

Thanks in advance

Murari[/quote]

Yes, you have time till July-31 to file. If you dont have any other income than the interest, you can use form-1, very simple. You can download, fill it in and send the return.

RAJESH H DHRUVA · Post by **RAJESH H DHRUVA** » Tue Jun 26, 2007 12:35 am

Dear Murari,
I am happy that contents of my mails are found useful.Now having noted the contents , I may state :
1. RRK has correctly replied.
2. As your TDS is deducted , it is presumed that you have availed PAN or otherwise avail the same.
3. Submit the original TDS certificate with the tax return.
4. As a matter of fact , if an individual has income above the exempt limit [ presently INR 110,000 ] one is obliged/required to file tax return.

Best wishes.
RAJESH H DHRUVA

murari · Post by **murari** » Mon Jul 02, 2007 11:54 pm

Dear RRK,Rajesh

Thank you ver much for your information. For me Form-1 looks like complicated so I decided to take help form Accountant in India to file my tax returns.

Again thanks

Murari

RRK;30789Yes, you have time till July-31 to file. If you dont have any other income than the interest, you can use form-1, very simple. You can download, fill it in and send the return.[/quote]