This discussion addresses key queries regarding the ITR 7 filing process for trusts with 12A registration. It confirms the mandatory requirement to file the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss account. Guidance is provided to refer to the ITR 7 instructions, even if from a preceding year, for filing assistance. Clarification is also offered on 'Own Funds' in the Balance Sheet, explaining it represents the trust's capital or total assets minus liabilities.
30 August 2022
1. Is it mandatory to fill Balance sheet and Profit & Loss a/c for Trusts with 12A registration? 2. Any guide for filing is prescribed? I could not find the manual in the IT portal. 3. "Own funds" in Liabilities side of the Balance sheet of ITR7 includes all funds including Excess of Income over expenditure?
05 September 2022
It is trusts on capital, i.e. the assets that trustees receive when the trust commences... It means total assets of the trust less any borrowings/credits...