itr 5 6 7 filing

INCOME TAX SOLUTIONS

ITR-5, 6 & 7: Corporate & Trust Filing

Tax compliance for registered entities—whether it is a fast-growing Startup, an established LLP, a Private Limited Company, or a Charitable Trust—requires an entirely different level of precision. The stakes are higher, statutory audits are often mandatory, and the scrutiny from the Income Tax Department is rigorous.

At The Online Tax, our panel of seasoned Chartered Accountants acts as your virtual CFO. We navigate the complexities of corporate tax rates, MAT (Minimum Alternate Tax), dividend distributions, and Section 11/12 exemptions for NGOs. We ensure your institutional tax filings are flawless, timely, and perfectly aligned with your RoC (Registrar of Companies) and GST data.

Corporate Tax Filing for Companies and Trusts

ENTITY CLASSIFICATION

Which Form Applies to Your Organization?

Unlike individual tax forms based on income sources, these forms are strictly categorized by your legal entity structure. Filing the incorrect form will instantly invalidate your return.

ITR-5 (Firms & LLPs)

Designed for collaborative business structures that are not registered as companies.

  • Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs)
  • Traditional Partnership Firms
  • Association of Persons (AOPs)
  • Body of Individuals (BOIs)
  • Co-operative Societies & Local Authorities

ITR-6 (Companies)

Mandatory for all companies registered under the Companies Act 2013 (or 1956), operating for profit.

  • Private Limited Companies (Pvt Ltd)
  • Public Limited Companies
  • One Person Companies (OPC)
  • Section 8 Companies (Not claiming Sec 11 exemption)

ITR-7 (Trusts & NGOs)

Exclusively for entities claiming specific tax exemptions under the Income Tax Act.

  • Charitable / Religious Trusts (Sec 139(4A))
  • Political Parties (Sec 139(4B))
  • Scientific Research Associations (Sec 139(4C))
  • Schools, Colleges & Hospitals claiming exemptions
Corporate Documentation for Tax Filing

DOCUMENTATION

Institutional Requirements

Corporate tax returns require a robust paper trail. All data must be mathematically verifiable and backed by statutory audits. Our team will coordinate directly with your accounts department to gather these assets.

Audited Financials

Statutory Audit Report, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss statement, and Notes to Accounts.

Founding Documents

Certificate of Incorporation, MoA/AoA, Partnership Deed, or Registered Trust Deed.

Digital Signature (DSC)

A valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate of the designated Director, Partner, or Trustee is mandatory for e-verification.

Stakeholder KYC

PAN, Aadhaar, and DIN (Director Identification Number) of all active directors or partners.

CLARIFICATIONS

Corporate Tax FAQs

Expert insights into company, firm, and institutional income tax compliance.

Yes. Unlike sole proprietorships, every company registered under the Companies Act must have its books audited by a practicing Chartered Accountant, regardless of its turnover, profit, or even if it generated zero revenue during the year. This audit report must be finalized before filing ITR-6.

Because these entities usually require audits, the due date is later than the deadline for individuals. Generally, the due date to file ITR-5, ITR-6, and ITR-7 is October 31st of the assessment year. If your company is subject to Transfer Pricing (international transactions), the due date is extended to November 30th.

No. E-verification via Aadhaar OTP or Net Banking is not permitted for companies filing ITR-6. It is mandatory to electronically verify the return using a Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of a registered Director.

Yes, compliance is mandatory. Even if there was no revenue, operations, or bank transactions, you must file a "Nil Return" via ITR-6. Failure to do so will result in severe late filing penalties, notices from the IT Department, and issues with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

This depends on your tax exemption status. If your Section 8 company has successfully applied for and obtained a 12A/12AB registration (which exempts your income from tax if applied to charitable purposes), you must file ITR-7. If you do not have this exemption registration, you are taxed like a regular corporation and must file ITR-6.