ITR-4, also known as “Sugam,” is a simplified Income Tax Return form for small businesses and professionals opting for the presumptive taxation scheme under the Income Tax Act.
For Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has introduced important updates in ITR-4 relating to eligibility, reporting requirements, and disclosures.
What is ITR-4?
ITR-4 is meant for resident individuals, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and firms (other than LLPs) having presumptive income under:
- Section 44AD – Business income
- Section 44ADA – Professional income
- Section 44AE – Transport business income
The form is designed to simplify tax compliance for small taxpayers.
Who Can File ITR-4 for AY 2026-27?
You can file ITR-4 Form if:
- Total income does not exceed ₹50 lakh
- You are a resident individual, HUF, or partnership firm (excluding LLP)
- You have opted for presumptive taxation under Sections 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE
- Income is from:
- Small business
- Profession
- Salary or pension
- One or two house properties
- Other sources like bank interest
- Agricultural income is up to ₹5,000
Who Cannot File ITR-4?
ITR-4 cannot be used if:
- Total income exceeds ₹50 lakh
- You are a company director
- You own foreign assets
- You have foreign income
- You hold unlisted equity shares
- You have capital gains beyond specified limits
- You have income from more than one profession requiring regular books
- You are an LLP
Major Changes in ITR-4 for AY 2026-27
1. Two House Properties Allowed
Similar to ITR-1 form filing, taxpayers filing ITR-4 can now report income from up to two house properties. Earlier, only one house property was allowed.
2. LTCG Reporting under Section 112A
Taxpayers can now report long-term capital gains up to ₹1.25 lakh from listed equity shares and equity mutual funds directly in ITR-4, subject to prescribed conditions.
3. Additional Communication Details
The revised ITR-4 now includes:
- Secondary address
- Alternate mobile number
- Additional email ID
These additions help improve communication with the Income Tax Department.
4. Enhanced Tax Payment Reporting
CBDT has updated Schedule-IT for detailed reporting of:
- Challan serial number
- BSR code
- Date of payment
- Advance tax and self-assessment tax details
Presumptive Taxation under ITR-4
Section 44AD – Business
Eligible businesses can declare income at:
- 8% of turnover (cash receipts)
- 6% of digital receipts
Section 44ADA – Professionals
Specified professionals can declare:
- 50% of gross receipts as taxable income
Section 44AE – Transporters
Income is declared on a fixed amount per vehicle basis.
Due Dates for AY 2026-27
| Particulars |
Due Date |
| ITR-4 (Non-Audit Cases) |
31 August 2026 |
| Tax Audit Cases |
31 October 2026 |
| Belated Return |
31 December 2026 |
| Revised Return |
31 March 2027 |
Documents Required for ITR-4 Filing
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank statements
- Form 26AS
- AIS & TIS
- GST details (if applicable)
- Turnover summary
- Investment proofs
- Loan statements
- Tax payment challans
Benefits of Filing ITR-4
- Simplified return filing
- Reduced compliance burden
- No requirement to maintain detailed books in specified cases
- Easy and faster filing process
- Lower risk of notices if filed correctly
Important Clarification for AY 2026-27
Although the new Income Tax Act, 2025, has come into effect from April 2026, returns for AY 2026-27 relating to FY 2025-26 will continue to be governed by the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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