The deadline for filing income tax return (ITR) have been extended
to November 30, 2020, as compared to the normal deadline of July 31. The new ITR
forms require a separate table to disclose tax saving investment made in Q1
2020 for availing them in FY 2019-20. Filing ITR is mandated for all salaried
individuals.

So, if you are planning to file your ITR, here is a list of documents
you will be needing for the same.

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Form 16

Form 16 is an essential document for filing ITR. This
form, which contains the description of the tax deducted source, salary details
and TDS, is issued by the employer. Form 16 is divided into two parts – Part A
and Part B.

Part A helps you track the details of the income tax deducted
by the employer, while Part B contains details of your gross salary.

Form 26AS

Form 26AS is a consolidated tax statement issued by the
Income Tax Department of India. This form reflects the tax during the fiscal
year and the amount of the TDS of the salaried class. While filing, it is necessary
to compile Form 26AS with Form 16 for the amount of taxes paid to the central
government during a fiscal year.

Tax saving investments

In order to claim tax deductions, an individual has to
submit the proof of investments. Provident Fund (PPF) passbook, mutual funds
investments, 5-year FD receipts, LIC premium paid, etc can come under the
umbrella of Tax saving investments.

Interest certificates

Interest certificates/bank statements such as savings
account deposits and FDs from banks post offices, apart from salary are
required to file ITR.

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The other certificates required are:

a)      
Form-16A/Form-16B/Form-16C/Form-16D

b)     
Documentary support for claiming deductions
under Sections 80D to 80U

c)      
Statement of Home Loan from NBFC/Bank

d)     
Capital Gains

e)     
Pre-validation of bank account for ECS refund

f)       
Aadhaar Card

g)      
Specifics of the investment in unlisted shares

h)     
Bank account details

i)       
Salary slip