ITR Filing FY 2025-26: Common Mistakes Taxpayers Should Avoid

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Taxpayers are advised to exercise caution during ITR filing for FY 2025-26.
Common errors include selecting the wrong ITR form, misjudging tax regimes, over-reliance on pre-filled data, and failing to reconcile crucial forms like AIS and Form 26AS.
Accurate reporting of all income sources, capital gains, and foreign assets is essential to avoid notices and delays.

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Taxpayers are advised to exercise caution during ITR filing for FY 2025-26. Common errors include selecting the wrong ITR form, misjudging tax regimes, over-reliance on pre-filled data, and failing to reconcile crucial forms like AIS and Form 26AS. Accurate reporting of all income sources, capital gains, and foreign assets is essential to avoid notices and delays.

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