Manual or e- filing

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Abhishek Roy Choudhury (Querist)
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22 July 2015 Dear Sir,
I have heard that manual ITR 4 cannot be filed from this financial year i.e. F.Y. 2014-15 and all assesses who are filing ITR 4 have to E-File the return is it wright or wrong.

Hope to get a suitable reply from you.

Thanking you in Advance,
Abhishek Roy Choudhury.

Abhishek Roy Choudhury

Abhishek Roy Choudhury (Querist)
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22 July 2015 Dear Sir,
I am waiting for your suitable reply. Please reply as early as possible.

Thanks,
Abhishek Roy Choudhury.

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma (Expert)
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03 August 2024 Yes, your understanding is correct. As per the recent regulations and updates from the Income Tax Department, the process for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) has been increasingly digitized. Here's the detailed explanation:

### **Manual Filing of ITR 4**

**From the Financial Year 2014-15 (Assessment Year 2015-16) onwards:**

1. **Mandatory E-Filing:**
- For individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who are required to file ITR-4, e-filing has become mandatory. This includes those who are required to file their return in ITR-4, which is generally used by individuals, HUFs, and firms (other than LLPs) having income from a profession or business.

2. **Prohibition of Manual Filing:**
- The Income Tax Department has specified that ITR-4 cannot be filed manually for the relevant assessment years. All such returns must be filed electronically.

### **Why E-Filing is Required:**

- **Efficiency:** E-filing helps in the efficient processing of returns and refunds.
- **Error Reduction:** Electronic filing reduces the chances of errors that might occur with manual submissions.
- **Immediate Acknowledgment:** E-filing provides instant acknowledgment of receipt and allows taxpayers to track the status of their returns and refunds online.

### **Steps for E-Filing ITR-4:**

1. **Register on the E-Filing Portal:**
- If you are not already registered, create an account on the [Income Tax India E-Filing Portal](https://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in).

2. **Prepare Your Return:**
- Gather all necessary documents and details required for filling out ITR-4. This includes income details, deductions, and any other relevant information.

3. **File Your Return:**
- Log in to the e-filing portal, select ITR-4, and fill out the form online. Submit the form and follow the instructions to e-file your return.

4. **E-Verify:**
- After submission, you need to e-verify your return. This can be done using various methods provided on the portal, such as Aadhaar OTP, EVC through net banking, or by sending a signed physical copy of ITR-V to the CPC.

### **Conclusion:**

- **E-Filing is Mandatory:** As of FY 2014-15, manual filing of ITR-4 is no longer permitted. You must file ITR-4 electronically.
- **Adherence to Regulations:** Ensure compliance with the e-filing requirement to avoid any penalties or issues related to the processing of your return.

For any further assistance or if you have specific concerns regarding e-filing, consider reaching out to a tax professional or consulting the Income Tax Department's help resources.

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