ITR-7 Form is specially designed for entities like charitable trusts, political parties, research institutions, religious trusts, and more. Filing ITR-7 correctly ensures exemption compliance under Sections 139(4A) to 139(4D) of the Income Tax Act.
🔰 1. 📘 Introduction – What is ITR-7?
ITR-7 is applicable to entities claiming exemption under various sections of the Income Tax Act. These include:
- Section 139(4A): Charitable/Religious trusts
- Section 139(4B): Political parties
- Section 139(4C): Scientific institutions, news agencies
- Section 139(4D): Universities or colleges not required to file income/loss returns
🌐 Official Filing Website: https://www.incometax.gov.in
🧩 2. 🏷️ Types of Exempt Entities Covered
Though not exactly “licenses,” the ITR-7 form covers organizations registered under:
- Section 12A/12AB – Charitable or religious trusts
- Section 10(23C) – Educational/medical institutions
- Political parties under Representation of People Act
- Research associations approved by CBDT
- Trade unions, news agencies, etc.
👥 3. 🙋 Who Needs These Services?
You must file ITR-7 if you are:
- A registered NGO or trust
- A political party with income over basic exemption
- A university/college not filing under other ITRs
- A scientific research institution approved under section 35(1)
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🛡️ 4. 🧑💼 Why Choose a Professional Filing Service?
Hiring a service provider ensures:
- Proper section mapping (139(4A), 4B, etc.)
- Error-free digital submission
- Audit handling if income exceeds limit
- Preserving 80G/12A exemptions
- Guidance on income application rules (85% rule)
⚠️ Mistakes in exemption claims can lead to taxation and notices.
🧾 5. 📝 Step-by-Step Filing Process
🪜 How to File ITR-7 Online in 2025:
- Login at https://www.incometax.gov.in
- Navigate → e-File → Income Tax Return
- Choose ITR-7, correct AY (2024-25), and select filing type
- Fill sections: General, Filing status, Income, Deductions, TDS
- Attach audit reports (Form 10B or 10BB) if required
- Validate → Preview → Submit via DSC
📌 Mandatory e-verification using Digital Signature (DSC) for ITR-7.
📑 6. 📂 Documents Required
- PAN of the trust/entity
- Registration certificates (80G, 12A, 12AB)
- Bank statements
- Donation details
- Audit report (Form 10B)
- Income/expenditure details
- Proof of application of 85% of income
💵 7. 🧾 Cost Involved
| Type of Filing | Price Range (INR) |
| Self Filing (Basic knowledge) | Free |
| Filing with Consultant/CA | ₹2,500 – ₹7,500 |
| Audit + Filing Combo | ₹7,000 – ₹15,000 |
⏳ 8. ⏱️ Time Taken
- Document Collection & Audit: 2 – 4 Days
- Form Filling & Filing: 1 Day
- e-Verification & Processing: 1 – 3 Weeks by IT Dept
❌ 9. ⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
🔻 Selecting wrong section of filing
🔻 Missing audit report upload (Form 10B)
🔻 Late filing → Loss of exemption
🔻 Not meeting 85% application of income
🔻 Filing under wrong head of income
📞 10. 📣 Call-to-Action (CTA)
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❓ 11. 📚 FAQs
Q1. Can a trust file ITR-7 without audit?
👉 Only if total income before exemptions is below ₹2.5 lakh.
Q2. Is DSC compulsory for ITR-7?
👉 Yes, ITR-7 must be filed using Digital Signature.
Q3. Can I file ITR-7 without 80G/12A registration?
👉 Technically yes, but you’ll lose exemption and be taxed as a normal entity.
Q4. Which AY is ITR-7 filed for in 2025?
👉 AY 2024–25 (for FY 2023–24).
