Income Tax Eligibility Calculator

Income tax eligibility refers to the criteria that determine whether an individual is liable to file an Income Tax Return (ITR) in India.

• Who should file ITR in India? – Individuals earning above the basic exemption limit must file ITR.
• What is the basic exemption limit? – ₹2.5 lakh for age below 60, ₹3 lakh for senior citizens (60–80), and ₹5 lakh for super senior citizens (above 80).
• What if my income is below the limit? – You may not be required to file ITR, but voluntary filing is allowed and sometimes beneficial.
• Is ITR mandatory for salaried employees? – Yes, if their total income exceeds the exemption limit.
• Do NRIs need to file ITR? – Only if their income earned or received in India exceeds ₹2.5 lakh.
• Why should I file ITR even if not required? – Filing ITR is useful for visa applications, loan approvals, claiming refunds, and keeping financial records.

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