The discussion clarifies that the ITR1 form for AY21-22 was not available in an offline Excel format. Instead, taxpayers were advised to use the JSON utility or file their return directly through the online income tax portal. The online filing option offers autosave functionality, allowing users to complete it in stages at their convenience.
09 December 2021
As sir told, excel file is not available, JSON utility is available. But if you dont have much network issue, you can start filing the return online, it will be autosaved, so you can fill it on piecemeal basis as per your convenience and access it from any PC with internet.