1. Gather Required Documents: Collect all essential documents such as financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account), bank statements, TDS certificates (Form 16A, 26AS), registration certificates, and other supporting materials.
2. Reconcile Accounts: Ensure that your company’s books of accounts are accurate, complete, and up-to-date, reflecting the true financial position of the business.
3. Prepare Financial Statements: Draft the necessary financial reports with the assistance of a Chartered Accountant, including the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement.
4. Compute Tax Liability: Calculate the taxable income based on financial data and determine the applicable tax liabilities.
5. Conduct Statutory Audit (if applicable): If your company’s turnover exceeds the prescribed threshold, complete the statutory audit and obtain the audit report.
6. File Income Tax Return (ITR)
- Register/Login: Access the Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal.
- Select Form: Choose the correct ITR form (e.g., ITR-6 for companies not claiming exemption).
- Fill Details: Accurately input all required information.
- Upload XML: Submit the signed ITR file in XML format.
7. Attach Supporting Documents: Upload necessary annexures, financial statements, audit reports, and TDS certificates as mandated.
8. Validate and Submit: Review all details thoroughly, validate the form, and submit the return online.
9. E-Verify the Return: Verify your return via digital signature (DSC), Aadhaar OTP, or Electronic Verification Code (EVC). If required, send a physical signed copy of ITR-V to CPC Bangalore.
10. Receive Confirmation: Once successfully filed and verified, you will receive an acknowledgment (ITR-V or digital confirmation), completing the filing process.