This discussion explores whether gifts received from close relatives, such as a son gifting to parents, should be declared in ITR-2. While there are differing opinions among tax professionals, the consensus leans towards declaring such gifts under Schedule EI, specifically within the 'Other' category, even with recent changes to the ITR utility. This proactive approach is recommended to prevent potential future inquiries from the income tax department regarding the source of funds, especially for larger amounts.
Shall we show gift received from close relative (son given gift to parents) in to ITR2 (of parents) against exempt income (against other options) or not ?
There are different opinions from different CA. Some CA saying no need to show it . Some CA saying income tax department may ask source of income to receiver person if amount is more than 10 L and donnes investment it in either FD or Captain gains. Is there any guidline from incometax department for same ? Please help.
02 July 2026
Hello sir Dhiralaj sir , Thank you for always helping me. This year there is some changes in ITR. Till last year we can able to declare gifted amount in schedule EI against other sections.But this year they have added some sub catagory in other sections .can we still show gifted amount in Schedule EI against Other option or from this year no need to declare that ?
02 July 2026
Thank you sir. This year they have added 1 Sub category in Other that is "Receipt not in the nature of Income" . Last year there is no sub category in Other sections so Just want to verify if can I select that sub catagory or not ?