ITR-5 Income Tax Return Filing – Tailored Solutions for Firms & Non-Corporate Entities
The Income Tax Department of India provides different ITR forms based on the taxpayer's classification and source of income. Among them, ITR-5 is exclusively designed for entities such as partnership firms, LLPs, Associations of Persons (AOP), Bodies of Individuals (BOI), and other non-corporate organizations who are not required to file returns under company-specific forms.
These entities, although not structured as companies, are still obligated to declare their income, claim deductions, and fulfil their tax responsibilities annually. ITR-5 serves as the official channel for reporting such financial details to the Income Tax Department in a structured and compliant manner.
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Who Can File the ITR-5 Form?
The ITR-5 Form is specifically designed for entities and individuals who do not fall under the “company” category but are still required to report their income to the Income Tax Department of India. It caters to a wide range of taxpayers, including various non-individual and representative entities.
The following categories are eligible to file ITR-5:
- Partnership Firms
- Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)
- Association of Persons (AOP)
- Body of Individuals (BOI)
- Artificial Juridical Persons (as defined under Section 2(31)(vii))
- Local Authorities (as defined under Section 2(31)(vi))
- Representative Assessees under Section 160(1)(iii) or 160(1)(iv)
- Cooperative Societies
- Societies registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 or under any corresponding law in force in any State
- Trusts (other than those required to file ITR-7)
- Estate of a Deceased Person
- Estate of an Insolvent Person
- Business Trusts as per Section 139(4E)
- Investment Funds as per Section 139(4F)
Who Cannot File ITR-5?
This form should not be used by taxpayers who are required to file returns under:
- Section 139(4A) – Trusts claiming exemption under Section 11
- Section 139(4B) – Political parties
- Section 139(4D) – Certain institutions like universities, colleges, and research associations
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Due Dates for Filing ITR-5 Form
The due date for filing the ITR-5 form varies based on whether the taxpayer is required to get their accounts audited or submit a transfer pricing report. Here's a clear breakdown of the deadlines:
1. When Audit is Applicable (Under Income Tax Act):
If the entity’s accounts are subject to mandatory audit under the Income Tax Act, the due date for filing ITR-5 is 31st October of the relevant assessment year.
2. When Transfer Pricing Report (Form 3CEB) is Applicable:
In case the taxpayer is required to submit a report in Form No. 3CEB (due to international or specified domestic transactions), the due date for filing ITR-5 extends to 30th November of the assessment year.
3. In All Other Cases (No Audit Required):
For entities not liable for audit under the Income Tax Act, the ITR-5 return must be filed by 31st July of the assessment year.
Missing the deadline may result in late filing fees under Section 234F and potential interest or penalties, so timely compliance is essential.