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ITR-3 is an Income Tax Return form primarily designed for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who earn income from a proprietary business or profession, or who are partners in a partnership firm (not receiving salary from the firm but sharing profits). This form captures detailed financial information such as balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, and capital gains, along with general income sources like salary, house property, or other income. Unlike simpler ITR forms, ITR-3 is structured to reflect a more complex income profile, especially for taxpayers involved in entrepreneurial or consulting activities. It includes provisions for income computation under sections 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE, and audit requirements where applicable.
ITR-3 is an Income Tax Return form primarily designed for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who earn income from a proprietary business or profession, or who are partners in a partnership firm (not receiving salary from the firm but sharing profits). This form captures detailed financial information such as balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, and capital gains, along with general income sources like salary, house property, or other income. It includes provisions for income computation under sections 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE, and audit requirements where applicable.
The form supports income computation under Sections 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE, along with audit applicability wherever required.
This form is applicable to professionals such as doctors, architects, chartered accountants, freelancers, small business owners, consultants, and firm partners with business-level income.
ITR-3 must be filed by individuals or Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who have income from business or profession or who are partners in a firm. This form is designed to capture comprehensive financial and business-related information, making it suitable for taxpayers with more complex income profiles.
If you are running a sole proprietorship or engaged in professional services such as medical practice, legal advisory, consulting, accountancy, architecture, etc., and earn income through these activities, you must file ITR-3. This applies whether or not your income exceeds the basic exemption limit.
Partners in a partnership firm (excluding LLPs taxed as companies) receiving a share of profit (exempt under Section 10(2A)) or interest/remuneration are required to file ITR-3. This form helps declare income such as: 1. share of profit from the firm 2. interest on capital 3. remuneration or commission (if applicable).
ITR-3 can be used by individuals or HUFs who have income from various sources in addition to business or profession, including 1. capital gains, 2. more than one house property, 3. other sources like interest income dividends winnings from lotteries, and 4 foreign income or assets requiring FATCA reporting.
If your business or professional income crosses specified thresholds requiring a tax audit under Section 44AB, or you're mandated to maintain books of accounts, then ITR-3 is the correct form to use.
If you're eligible for presumptive taxation schemes (44AD, 44ADA, 44AE) but choose not to opt for them and instead wish to declare actual profits and losses, ITR-3 becomes applicable.
Important Note: ITR-3 is not applicable to companies, LLPs, or individuals filing under presumptive taxation using ITR-4. It also does not apply to salaried individuals with no business or professional income.
Companies or LLPs (Use ITR-5/ITR-6).
Opting for 44AD/44ADA (Use ITR-4).
Only Salary/HP/Other Sources (Use ITR-1/2).
Salaried Partner with no profit share (Use ITR-2).
Filing ITR-3 involves reporting business or professional income along with other income heads. To ensure accurate filing and avoid discrepancies, keep the following documents ready.
Mandatory for identity verification and e-verification. Ensure both are linked and updated.
Provide account numbers and IFSC of all active bank accounts. Choose one account for refunds.
If you also earn salary income, Form 16 from your employer is required to report salary and TDS.
Reflects tax deducted, high-value transactions, and available tax credits.
Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, and relevant books of accounts for business or profession.
If turnover crosses Section 44AB limits, submit audit reports in Form 3CB/3CD.
Sale/purchase details of shares, mutual funds, or property with capital gains computation.
Certificates for interest earned from FDs, RDs, savings accounts, or post office schemes.
Receipts for deductions under Sections 80C, 80D, 80G, etc.
Profit share, remuneration, and interest on capital supported by firm financials and partnership deed.
Disclosure of foreign holdings and income under Schedule FA if applicable.
Details of business or personal loans, repayments, and interest paid.
Business income exceeds ₹2.5 Lakhs or turnover exceeds ₹25 Lakhs. Professionals if gross receipts exceed ₹1.5 Lakhs.
Cash Book, Journal, Ledger, Inventory records, and copies of bills and receipts.
Business turnover exceeds ₹1 Cr (₹10 Cr if 95% transactions are digital). Professionals if receipts exceed ₹50 Lakhs.
Audit by a Chartered Accountant with reports in Form 3CA/3CB and 3CD. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
ITR-3 is designed for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who earn income from proprietary businesses or professions. It also accommodates other sources of income, making it a comprehensive return form for those engaged in business or partnership roles.
This is the primary category covered by ITR-3. It includes:
Proper classification ensures accurate tax computation and eligibility exemptions.
Even if you’re filing ITR-3 primarily for business or professional income, other heads of income can be reported, including:
These are declared under the respective schedules within the ITR-3 form.
ITR-3 also allows declaration of:
Each of these income types must be reported in detail, along with supporting documentation and applicable tax calculations.
Taxpayers filing ITR-3 can significantly reduce taxable income by claiming eligible deductions. These include personal deductions under Chapter VI-A and business-related deductions such as depreciation and operational expenses. Proper disclosure and documentation are essential for smooth processing.
These are personal deductions allowed under Chapter VI-A of the Income Tax Act:
These deductions are optional and must be manually selected while filing.
Professionals and business owners can claim business-related deductions such as:
Proper recordkeeping and compliance with Section 44AB (Tax Audit), if applicable, is crucial.
Additional deductions include:
A structured, compliance-first approach designed for business and professional taxpayers.
Start by collecting all essential documents such as PAN, Aadhaar, bank details, income proofs, business financials, capital gains statements, and deduction proofs. Having everything in place streamlines the filing process.
Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal (https://www.incometax.gov.in) and log in using your PAN (User ID), password, and captcha. Ensure your profile is fully updated before starting the return.
Navigate to “File Income Tax Return” → Select the relevant Assessment Year → Choose “Online” mode → Select “ITR-3” as your form type. Begin entering your personal, income, and tax details step by step.
In the applicable schedules, provide your gross receipts, expenses, depreciation (if any), and net profit or loss. If eligible under presumptive taxation (Section 44ADA/44AE), declare accordingly. Also disclose balance sheet and profit & loss details if maintained.
Input deductions under Chapter VI-A (e.g., 80C, 80D, 80G) and validate your total tax liability. Cross-check data with Form 26AS, AIS, and pre-filled information to avoid mismatch.
Once satisfied with all entries, proceed to submit the return. E-verify it using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, or other methods. Timely e-verification is mandatory to complete the filing process.
For individuals/businesses not liable for tax audit.
For businesses/professionals liable for audit under Sec 44AB.
Note: Late filing attracts penalty of ₹5,000 u/s 234F + Interest u/s 234A/B/C.
For taxpayers filing ITR-3—especially professionals and business owners—complying with statutory requirements regarding bookkeeping and audits is crucial. The Income Tax Act mandates specific norms under Section 44AA for maintaining books of accounts and Section 44AB for conducting tax audits based on income thresholds. Since presumptive taxation is not applicable under ITR-3, full compliance is mandatory.
Section 44AA outlines the type of books that must be maintained by certain professionals and businesses:
Maintaining accurate and complete records ensures proper income reporting and helps in case of scrutiny or assessment by tax authorities.
Under Section 44AB, a tax audit is mandatory for:
The audit must be conducted by a Chartered Accountant, and the audit report must be submitted in Form 3CA/3CB along with Form 3CD by the specified due date.
ITR-3 does not support presumptive taxation schemes such as:
Taxpayers opting for presumptive schemes must file ITR-4, not ITR-3. Therefore, individuals using ITR-3 must maintain proper books and report actual profits and losses from their business or profession.
Filing ITR-3 requires accurate reporting and compliance with income tax provisions. Even experienced professionals and business owners can make avoidable errors that may lead to notices, penalties, or delayed refunds.
Filing ITR-3 involves complex disclosures, audits, and strict compliance. Our experts ensure accurate filing, end-to-end support, and post-submission assistance so you remain stress-free and compliant.
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