Taxpayers who have not yet filed their Income Tax Return (ITR) should refrain from hurrying through the process at the last minute, since there are only four days remaining until the July 31, 2026, deadline. Before filing the return, a few quick checks might help in avoiding errors that could result in faulty returns, tax notices or refund delays.
Here are the five checks you should complete before filing your income tax return (ITR)
1. Match Form 16 with AIS and Form 26AS
Taxpayers should compare salary details in Form 16 with information available in Annual Information Statement (AIS) and Form 26AS.
Also verify that the TDS deducted by your employer is accurately reflected in Form 26AS reflected in Form 26AS.
In case of any mismatch in salary, tax deducted or other income, get it corrected before filing the return.
2. Keep all income and deduction documents ready
Do not rely only on Form 16 while filing your return. Keeping all documents handy reduces the chances of missing any taxable income or eligible deduction.
Documents that you should keep ready include bank interest certificates, savings account and fixed deposit interest details, capital gain statements from brokers or mutual funds, rental income details, if applicable and home loan interest certificates.
