New Delhi, August 5, 2026: The Income Tax Department has made the online utility for Income Tax Return (ITR)-5 available on the Income Tax e-Filing Portal for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27. Eligible taxpayers can now file their ITR-5 electronically using the online filing facility.
The online utility is intended for entities required to file ITR-5, including partnership firms, LLPs, associations of persons (AOPs), bodies of individuals (BOIs), and other eligible entities that do not file returns under ITR-7. With the activation of the online utility, eligible taxpayers can complete and submit their income tax returns directly through the e-Filing portal for AY 2026-27.
Taxpayers are advised to ensure that all financial information and supporting details are accurate before submitting their returns to avoid processing delays and ensure timely compliance with income tax filing requirements. CASansaar