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Do NRIs need to file ITR in India?
Living abroad does not end your Indian tax obligations. If you earn rent, interest, capital gains or any other income in India, you may need to file an Indian income tax return. Often the main reason to file is to recover excess TDS, because NRIs usually face higher deduction rates. Returns for FY 2025-26 are filed under the Income-tax Act, 1961. The new Income-tax Act, 2025 applies from tax year 2026-27.
Who needs this service
- NRIs and OCIs with Indian rent, NRO interest, dividends or capital gains.
- People who sold property, shares or mutual funds in India.
- Indians who moved abroad or returned to India during the year.
- Anyone wanting treaty relief on Indian income.
Key rules and figures
- Residential status under section 6 is checked every year. You are resident if you stay in India 182 days or more, or 60 days in the year plus 365 days in the four preceding years. For an Indian citizen or person of Indian origin visiting India, 60 days is replaced by 182 days, or by 120 days if Indian income exceeds ₹15 lakh.
- An Indian citizen with Indian income above ₹15 lakh who is not liable to tax in any other country may be a deemed resident.
- NRE interest is exempt. NRO interest is taxable, with TDS of 30% plus surcharge and cess, unless a treaty rate applies.
- On a property sale by an NRI, the buyer deducts TDS under section 195. A lower deduction certificate through Form 13 can reduce this.
- DTAA relief needs a Tax Residency Certificate and Form 10F.
- NRIs cannot use ITR-1 or ITR-4 and cannot claim the section 87A rebate.
Common mistakes we see
- Filing as a resident out of habit, or using the wrong status for a return year.
- Showing NRE interest as taxable, or leaving NRO interest out.
- Not claiming TDS deducted on the full sale price of property.
- Missing the bank account validation needed for the refund.
How our expert handles it
- We count your days in India from passport records and fix your status.
- We list all Indian income from AIS, Form 26AS and bank statements.
- We compute capital gains, apply treaty rates where eligible, and choose the better regime.
- We file, guide you through e-verification, and track the refund.
A simple example
Priya lives in Dubai and has no other Indian income. In July 2025 she sold a flat bought in 2018 for ₹50,00,000, for ₹90,00,000. Her long-term capital gain is ₹40,00,000. As a non-resident, she pays 12.5% without indexation, which is ₹5,00,000, plus 4% cess of ₹20,000, a total of ₹5,20,000. The buyer deducted TDS on the full sale price at 12.5% plus 10% surcharge and 4% cess, which is ₹12,87,000. By filing her return with the correct computation, she can claim a refund of ₹7,67,000.
What we handle for NRIs
Residential status
Days in India, RNOR rules and deemed residency checked.
- Returning Indians too
TDS refund
Higher TDS on rent, interest, property sale claimed back.
- Refund to NRO / Indian account
Capital gains
Property, shares and MF sales with correct rates.
- Section 54/54EC planning
Benefits
Documents required
Don't have everything? Send what you have on WhatsApp — our expert will tell you what's missing.
Send documents on WhatsApp- Passport with India travel dates
- PAN and (if any) Aadhaar
- AIS / Form 26AS
- NRO / NRE bank statements and interest certificates
- Rent agreement and TDS certificates
- Property sale / purchase deeds (if sold)
- Tax Residency Certificate (for DTAA)
How it works
- 1
Book & talk to an expert
You request a callback or message us on WhatsApp. We understand your income sources in a 10-minute call.
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Share documents
Send Form 16, AIS/26AS and proofs on WhatsApp or email. We tell you if anything is missing.
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We prepare your return
We reconcile AIS and 26AS, compare the old and new regime and prepare the computation.
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You review & approve
You see the final tax, refund and every figure before anything is filed.
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Filed & e-verified
We file on the official portal and help you e-verify with Aadhaar OTP. You receive the ITR-V and computation.
Why ITR Filing Online
A real expert, not software
Your return is prepared and reviewed by a tax professional who talks to you, checks your AIS and Form 26AS, and explains every figure.
Registered company
ITR Filing Online is a brand of TaxCaller India LLP (LLPIN AAQ-7388), with an office in Noida.
Maximum legal refund
We compare the old and new tax regime and claim every deduction you are eligible for — nothing more, nothing less.
Support after filing
Refund delays, defective return notices or questions from the department — we stay with you after the return is filed.
Reviewed By
Expert for this topic NRI Income Tax Return
Abhinay Rai
Advocate & Legal Consultant13+ Years Experience
B.com, LL.B.
Short Bio: Advocate Abhinay Rai is an experienced legal and tax professional with expertise in tax matters, income tax, GST, civil and criminal law. He provides practical guidance on tax compliance, legal documentation and dispute-related matters, focusing on clear, reliable and client-focused solutions. The process, documents, timelines and fees on this page are checked against the current rules and government portals, and updated whenever the law, forms or fees change.
How we compare
| ITR Filing Online | Others | |
|---|---|---|
| Correct form & schedules | Chosen and checked by an expert | Guesswork on apps |
| AIS / 26AS reconciliation | Every entry matched | Often skipped |
| Old vs new regime | Compared for you | You decide alone |
| Support after filing | Refund & notice help | Usually extra |
NRI Income Tax Return — your questions answered
How do I know if I am an NRI for income tax purposes?
Count your days in India during the financial year. You are resident if you stayed 182 days or more, or 60 days plus 365 days in the previous four years. Indian citizens visiting India get a relaxed limit of 182 days, or 120 days when Indian income exceeds ₹15 lakh. Otherwise, you are non-resident.
What is a deemed resident under income tax?
An Indian citizen whose Indian income, excluding foreign income, is above ₹15 lakh and who is not liable to tax in any other country because of domicile or residence is treated as a deemed resident. Such a person is classed as resident but not ordinarily resident, so income earned abroad is generally not taxed in India.
Can NRIs claim the section 87A rebate?
No. The section 87A rebate, which makes tax nil up to ₹12 lakh of taxable income under the new regime, is available only to resident individuals. An NRI pays tax on Indian income above the basic exemption limit even if total income is low. This is why NRIs should compare both regimes carefully each year.
How can an NRI reduce TDS on sale of property in India?
Before the sale, apply online to your jurisdictional assessing officer for a lower or nil deduction certificate using Form 13. The officer estimates your actual tax on the capital gain, and the buyer then deducts TDS at that lower rate. This avoids large amounts being stuck until you file and get a refund.
How do I claim DTAA benefit in my Indian tax return?
Obtain a Tax Residency Certificate from the tax authority of your country of residence and file Form 10F online on the Indian tax portal. Share these with your bank or payer to get the lower treaty rate on interest or dividends. In the return, the treaty rate is claimed under the relevant schedule with details.
What is the TDS rate on NRO account interest?
Banks deduct TDS on NRO interest at 30% plus applicable surcharge and 4% cess, without any threshold. If your actual tax is lower, or the tax treaty with your country gives a lower rate, the excess can be claimed back as a refund by filing your Indian return. NRE interest has no TDS.
Is foreign income of a returning NRI taxable in India?
A returning Indian often qualifies as resident but not ordinarily resident (RNOR) for a few years. During RNOR status, income earned and received abroad is generally not taxed in India, unless it comes from a business controlled or profession set up in India. Once you become ordinarily resident, global income is taxable.
Can an NRI file and verify ITR without Aadhaar?
Yes. Aadhaar is not mandatory for NRIs; a PAN is enough to file. Instead of an Aadhaar OTP, you can e-verify through an EVC generated from a pre-validated Indian bank account, net banking, or a digital signature. You can also post a signed ITR-V to CPC Bengaluru within 30 days.
Related services & official references
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In short
NRI income tax return filing is filing ITR-2 (or ITR-3) for non-residents with Indian income such as rent, interest, capital gains or salary, including residential status, DTAA relief and TDS refund. It is meant for nRIs, OCIs and people who moved abroad or returned to India during the year. At ITR Filing Online (itrfilingonline.in), a tax expert prepares and files your NRI.
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