Loss on F&O and Intraday equity

Sir,
Is it mandatory to declare loss on F&O and Intraday equity in ITR3?

Can I declare the loss in future period when I earn profit? pls guide

Thankyou
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Quick Summary
This discussion clarifies whether losses from Futures & Options (F&O) and intraday equity trading must be declared in ITR3. The consensus is that losses must be declared in the current ITR to be set off or carried forward, and cannot be deferred to future tax periods. While the ITR3 utility can be tricky, losses are typically calculated by inputting turnover and purchase values under the business head.

For set off the current losses, you need to declare the losses in current ITR and need to carry forward. (provided not set off against any other income)

You cannot declare current year losses in any future year.

Thankyou Sir for the prompt response. One query. Under business head the negative values of loss incurred on f&o are not accepted by system. so under which field the loss can be declared. pls help

The loss or gains are calculated by utility in ITR 3.

You need to fill turnover & purchase values..  Slightly tricky, but try...

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