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How To Download Income Tax Form PDF?

  • April 2, 2026
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The Indian Income Tax Department has released various ITR forms for AY 2025-26 for taxpayers across different income categories. In total, there are 7 ITR forms, of which taxpayers have to choose the one appropriate to their income sources to file their tax return. Taxpayers can access these ITR forms from the income tax portal. 

Taxpayers can download the PDF format of these ITR forms for AY 2025-26 from the Income Tax Department's official website. In this blog post, we will discuss how taxpayers can download ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3, ITR-4, and ITR-5. 

Key Takeaways
  • The Income Tax Department provides these ITR forms in both PDF and XML formats. 
  • The Income Tax Department releases JSON/Excel utilities in phases, starting with ITR-1 and ITR-4.
  • Taxpayers can now file their income tax return by downloading these Excel utilities from the Income Tax Portal's "downloads" section. 

Steps To Download ITR Forms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 From The Income Tax Site?

Both NRIs and Indian residents can now file their income tax return forms conveniently online. The following are the easy steps to download the ITR form PDF from the Income Tax Department's official website. 

  • Step 1: Log in to the official website of https://www.incometax.gov.in  
  • Step 2: Now, go to the download button and select the assessment year on the right side of the page. 
  • Step 3: You will then find the download option for ITR 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. 
  • Step 4: Click on the PDF link to download the ITR Form. 

Similarly, you can download the other ITR forms in PDF the same way. 

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Income Tax Form For AY 2025-26 PDF Download

The following table outlines the applicability of ITR forms and provides links to download them. 

 ITR Forms  Applicability  Downloadable ITR Form Links
ITR-1 (SAHAJ)  For resident individuals having income from salaries, one house property, and other income sources such as interest, dividends, etc., capital gains under section 112A not exceeding Rs 1.25 lakhs, and having a total annual income less than Rs 50 lakhs.   Download ITR-1
ITR-2 For Non-Resident Indian and HUFs who do not have income from the profits and gains of business or a profession.   Download ITR-2
ITR-3 For Non-Resident Indians and HUFs who are earning income from property and gains from business or profession.   Download ITR-3
ITR-4 (SUGAM) For presumptive income from either a professional or a business.   Download ITR-4
ITR-5

 Other than:
a) Individuals

b) HUF

c) company and 

d) person filing Form ITR-7

 Download ITR-5
ITR-6 Companies that do not claim exemptions under section 11 of the Income Tax Act.  Download ITR-6
ITR-7 For those who are required to submit an income tax return under the following section:
  • 139(4A)
  • 139(4B)
  • 139(4C)
  • 139(4D)
  • 139(4E)
  • 139(4F)
 Download ITR-7

Additionally, to download the ITR Forms in an XML file, please follow the steps below. 

  • Visit the income tax filing portal
  • If you are a new user on the portal, click "REGISTER" and enter the required information to validate your registration. 
  • If you are an existing user, click the "Login" button to access your account. 
  • Go to "My Account" after logging in to your account.
  • Click on "Download Pre-filled XML". 
  • Choose the assessment year you want to download the ITR form for. 
  • Once the income tax form is downloaded, the procedure is completed. Ensure to save the XML file. 
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The Bottom Line

Downloading the ITR form for the relevant assessment year is simple when done through the official income tax e-filing portal. Whether you want the downloaded ITR form in the PDF or XML format, follow the steps above carefully for a hassle-free experience.

As an NRI, if you are seeking professional assistance in helping you file your ITR form, connect with Savetaxs. Our experts provide end-to-end assistance in ITR filing from tax documentation, meaning collection, organization, and analysis of your financial data, to ITR preparation, filing, and compliance. Our experts ensure your ITR filing complies with current income tax regulations. 

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Note: This guide is for information purposes only. The views expressed in this guide are personal and do not constitute the views of Savetaxs. Savetaxs or the author will not be responsible for any direct or indirect loss incurred by the reader for taking any decision based on the information or the contents. It is advisable to consult either a CA, CS, CPA or a professional tax expert from the Savetaxs team, as they are familiar with the current regulations and help you make accurate decisions and maintain accuracy throughout the whole process.

Pankaj Shaw
Pankaj Shaw(Tax Expert)

Mr Shaw brings 8 years of experience in auditing and taxation. He has a deep understanding of disciplinary regulations and delivers comprehensive auditing services to businesses and individuals. From financial auditing to tax planning, risk assessment, and financial reporting. Mr Shaw's expertise is impeccable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Selecting the right ITR form involves different factors to consider, such as the total income earned in the financial year and various heads under which the income is classified. However, seeking help from a tax professional is better if you're unsure which ITR form to choose.  Strap Content

A CA holding a legitimate Certificate Of Practice (COP) can conduct a tax audit as per Section 44AB as per Section 288(2). 

The CA audits the books of account, such as the ledger, bank statements, cash book, stock records, invoices, and so on. 

The last date for filing the income tax audit for the financial year 2025-26 is 30th September 2026. 

The tax audit under section 44B is an audit conducted by a CA to verify the books of accounts and other financial documents and records of the taxpayer. The purpose of a tax audit is to verify the accounts, confirm the taxpayer's compliance with income tax provisions, and submit an accurate tax audit report with the ITR.