Section 44AD

If an assessee filed his Income Tax Return opting Sec 44AD presumptive taxation scheme in 2017-18. In 2018-19 he has not filed his Income Tax Return because his income was below the taxable limit.

Now my question is whether he can opt sec 44AD presumptive taxation scheme in 2019-20.
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This discussion clarifies the eligibility for Section 44AD presumptive taxation. An assessee who opted for Section 44AD in 2017-18 and did not file an Income Tax Return in 2018-19 due to income below the taxable limit can still opt for Section 44AD in 2019-20. While there's no strict five-year mandate, opting out means ineligibility for the next five years. It's advised to file an ITR annually for continuity, even if income is below the taxable threshold.

Yes he can opt 44AD as it is to be maintained for 5 years

As I understand, 44AD can be availed since the income does not exceed basic exemption limit.

Moreover, there is no compulsion to avail 44AD for continuous 5 years. However, if 44AD is not availed for 5 continuous years, then the assessee will not be eligible to avail 44AD for 5 years from the year in which the assessee opts out of 44AD.

You must file IT return for continuity sake even if it's below taxable limit. You may exit anytime from 44AD but in that case you won't be able to take benefit of 44AD for next 5 years
Now whether he has to file ITR 3

You are absolutely right

But in Sec 44AD (4) it is not mention that he has to file Income Tax Return even if his Income is below taxable limit.

Absolutely, he can opt sec 44AD presumptive taxation scheme in 2019-20.

 

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