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Updated: 15th August 2026•Income-tax Act, 2025 (TY 2026-27)

Presumptive Taxation Scheme (Section 44AD, 44ADA, 44AE): Complete Guide

अनुमानित कराधान योजना (धारा 44AD एवं 44ADA)

Comprehensive guide to India's presumptive taxation schemes under Section 44AD, 44ADA, and 44AE: simplified tax filing without maintaining complex accounting books or undergoing statutory tax audit.

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Published: 1st April 2026•Last Updated: 15th August 2026•Last Reviewed: 15th August 2026

Key Statutory Highlights (FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28))

Section 44AD allows small businesses with turnover up to ₹2 Crore (₹3 Crore if digital receipts >= 95%) to declare deemed profit at 6% (digital) / 8% (cash).
Section 44ADA allows professionals (Doctors, CAs, Lawyers, Architects, IT Freelancers) with receipts up to ₹50 Lakh (₹75 Lakh if digital >= 95%) to declare 50% profit.
Section 44AE applies to goods carriage transporters owning up to 10 vehicles.
100% advance tax must be deposited in a single installment by 15th March.
File simplified ITR-4 (Sugam) instead of complex ITR-3.

Who is Eligible & When Does it Apply?

Applicability #1

Resident Individuals, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), and Partnership Firms (excluding LLPs).

Step-by-Step Procedure & Compliance Roadmap

1

Verify Turnover & Digital Receipt Threshold

Ensure annual turnover is within ₹3 Crore (44AD) or ₹75 Lakh (44ADA).

2

Compute Deemed Taxable Profit

Apply 6% on bank/UPI turnover and 8% on cash turnover (or 50% for 44ADA).

3

Pay Advance Tax by 15th March

Deposit full estimated tax in a single challan before 15th March.

4

File ITR-4 (Sugam) before 31st July

Submit ITR-4 on the Income Tax e-filing portal.

Mandatory Documents Checklist

Bank account statements, UPI transaction summaries, GSTR-1/3B turnover reconciliation, PAN & Aadhaar

Common Mistakes & Compliance Risks to Avoid

•Failing to opt in for 5 consecutive years once opted out u/s 44AD(4).
•Claiming 44AD for LLP entities (LLPs are ineligible).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I declare profit higher than 6% or 8% under 44AD?

Yes, you can declare higher actual profit if earned. 6% and 8% represent the statutory minimum deemed profit threshold.

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🛡️ Educational Disclaimer: FinSetu India is an independent educational guidance and calculation platform. Content is published for general citizen awareness based on applicable laws as of FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28). We do not provide personalized legal/tax advice or file returns directly. Verify current applicable rules on official portals or consult a qualified Chartered Accountant / Tax Lawyer.