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Modes of filing of ITR: Amendments to Rule 12 of the Income Tax Rules 1962 Notification No. 19/2024 - Dated: 31-1-2024 - Income-tax (Amendment ) Rules, 2024 - Income TaxExtract Notification No. 19/2024 - Dated: 31-1-2024 - Income-tax (Amendment ) Rules, 2024 The notification outlines amendments to the Income-tax Rules 1962 , specifically relating to rule 12 in sub-rule (3), detailing the conditions and manners for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) to furnish their income tax returns. Key points include: Mandatory Electronic Filing : Individuals or HUFs whose accounts require auditing under section 44AB must file their returns electronically, either with a (A) digital signature or (B) through electronic verification. Special Provisions for Seniors : Individuals aged 80 years or more can file returns in specific forms ( SAHAJ or SUGAM ) either with (A) digital signature or (B) through electronically with verification code or (C) through electronically and thereafter submitting the verification of the return in Form ITR-V ; or (D) in paper form. General Filing Options : Other cases allow for electronic filing with (A) digital signatures, (B) electronic data transmission with verification code, or (C) through electronically and thereafter submitting the verification of the return in Form ITR-V . This amendment aims to streamline tax return processes, enhancing security and efficiency through digital means while accommodating seniors with flexible filing options. Further this notification has substituted the Forms for filing of income tax return namely ITR-1 , ITR-3 and ITR-5 . Full Text : Notification No. 19/2024 - Dated: 31-1-2024 - Income-tax (Amendment ) Rules, 2024
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