A firm that previously used presumptive taxation under Section 44AD and filed ITR-4 now has no business income in FY 2019-20, only interest income from a loan. The query seeks guidance on the correct ITR form to file, specifically if ITR-5 is appropriate, and whether a tax audit is necessary in this scenario. The advice given is to file ITR-5 and confirms that a tax audit is not required due to the absence of business income.
18 May 2021
Respected Experts A firm has opted for Presumptive Taxation under section 44 AD in FY 2018-19 and has filed ITR -4. Now in FY 2019-20 It has no Receipts in Business. Only has Interest Income of Rs 1,50,000 on A non Business loan given for COVID help to a society. 1. Which ITR Form to be filed in this case. Can ITR 5 be Filed in this case