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Profit Below 6%: Has New Law Changed Old Section 44AD–44AB Principle?

Income Tax : The article argues that Section 58(3) of the Income-tax Act, 2025 does not independently mandate books of account or tax audit for...

July 3, 2026 5097 Views 0 comment Print

Income Below 6% or 8%: Is Tax Audit Compulsory Under Section 58(3)?

Income Tax : The article examines whether Section 58(3) of the Income-tax Act, 2025 makes tax audit compulsory whenever profits fall below 6%, ...

June 27, 2026 11109 Views 4 comments Print

Presumptive Taxation Scheme: Meaning, Eligibility & Implications

Income Tax : This guide explains the presumptive taxation schemes available under the Income-tax Act, including Sections 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE....

June 24, 2026 167178 Views 19 comments Print

Presumptive taxation- Section 44AD, 44ADA, 44AEAC

Income Tax : The Income-tax Act provides presumptive taxation schemes under Sections 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE to reduce compliance burdens by allo...

June 17, 2026 2361864 Views 230 comments Print

Presumptive Audit Controversy: Profit Trigger vs Turnover Trigger

Income Tax : The issue concerns whether declaring profits below the presumptive rate automatically triggers tax audit or whether turnover thres...

June 16, 2026 13752 Views 2 comments Print


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MEF empanelment date extended – Firms under Presumptive Taxation not to submit Financial Statements

CA, CS, CMA : There is no requirement for submitting the Financial Statements i.e. Balance Sheets and Income & Expenditure Account for the appli...

October 9, 2020 1314 Views 0 comment Print


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TDS Under Section 194J Alone Cannot Determine Nature of Income for presumptive taxation

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that deduction of tax under Section 194J cannot automatically classify receipts as professional income. Tax auth...

June 11, 2026 633 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi Rejects Revenue Appeal Over Presumptive Taxation & Jewellery Additions

Income Tax : The ITAT Delhi held that once income higher than the presumptive rate under Section 44AD was declared, the assessee was not requir...

May 12, 2026 405 Views 0 comment Print

GST Not Income Under Section 44B; Statutory Levy Excluded from Presumptive Taxation

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that GST collected is not part of income for presumptive taxation under section 44B. It ruled that GST is a stat...

March 28, 2026 744 Views 0 comment Print

Cash Deposits Cannot Be Treated as Unexplained Under Presumptive Tax Scheme: ITAT Kolkata

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that once income is declared under the presumptive taxation scheme of Section 44AD, individual cash deposits can...

February 19, 2026 8580 Views 0 comment Print

Section 69A Addition on Demonetisation Deposits Deleted in 44AD Presumptive Case: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : ITAT held that cash deposits during demonetization were explained as business sales declared under Section 44AD. Without disprovin...

February 17, 2026 1770 Views 0 comment Print


Understanding Presumptive Taxation: Benefits and Applicability in India

June 28, 2023 3819 Views 3 comments Print

Dive into the concept of presumptive taxation in India and explore its benefits for small businesses. Learn about the provisions of Section 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE, and their applicability. Understand the advantages of opting for presumptive taxation and its impact on tax audits and bookkeeping requirements.

Simplified Taxation- Presumptive Taxation Scheme

June 26, 2023 1971 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the simplified Presumptive Taxation Scheme under the Indian Income Tax Act. Sections 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE offer eligible individuals and entities a convenient way to declare income without maintaining detailed accounts. Understand the applicability, limits, and rates for each section, ensuring compliance with advance tax and audit requirements.

Can Lower Profit be declared U/s. 44AD of IT Act Despite Higher Actual Profits Earned

June 24, 2023 39633 Views 6 comments Print

Section 44AD of the Income tax Act is one of the most important sections which come in to use most frequently. There is a misconception / issue regarding the interpretation of the provisions of this section, regarding declaration of profits at minimum 8% / 6% rate even though the actual net profit earned is more.

Service tax amount cannot be included in gross receipt for Tax Audit u/s 44AD

June 24, 2023 2391 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that as service tax doesn’t partake the character of income, the same cannot be included in the gross receipt of the assessee for the purpose of computing the presumptive taxation u/s 44AD of the Income Tax Act.

Presumptive Taxation Scheme: Eligibility, Benefits, and Computation

June 1, 2023 2319 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Presumptive Taxation Scheme: Eligibility, Benefits, and Computation. Understand the concept introduced by the government for small taxpayers, eligibility criteria for professions and businesses, benefits of disclosing income, and computation methods for different sections. Learn who is not eligible and implications of opting out. Stay informed for educational purposes.

Section 44AD and 44ADA – Presumptive taxation scheme

May 18, 2023 20613 Views 3 comments Print

Explore Section 44AD and Section 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, offering presumptive taxation schemes for businesses and professionals. Learn eligibility, calculation methods, deductions, filing requirements, and examples. Make informed decisions with insights into these tax provisions. Case study included. Consult a tax professional for personalized guidance.

Linkage of Section 44AA, 44AD, 44ADA and 44AB

May 6, 2023 13884 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the linkage between Sections 44AA, 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AB in the Income Tax Act. Explore the distinctions, turnover criteria, and compliance requirements for businesses and professionals. Stay informed to ensure proper compliance with tax regulations.

Presumptive Taxation Scheme for Business and Profession

May 3, 2023 14445 Views 2 comments Print

Presumptive taxation scheme is a simplified tax system that is designed to provide relief to small taxpayers from the burden of complying with the complex tax laws. Under this scheme, taxpayers are allowed to declare their income based on a presumptive income, which is determined by the tax authorities based on certain presumptions about the taxpayer’s income and expenses.

Interest on deposits cannot be treated as business Income for Section 44AD

May 3, 2023 4656 Views 0 comment Print

Assessee cannot include interest received on deposits as business receipts and estimate net profit under section 44AD on such interest income

Section 44ADA Computing Profits & Gains of Professions on Presumptive Basis

April 1, 2023 1686 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock insights into Section 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, governing presumptive taxation for certain professions. Learn about taxable profits, eligibility criteria, and the impact of Budget 2023 amendments. A comprehensive guide for professionals and businesses.

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