Tax Filing for Freelancers
ITR, GST and tax planning tailored to freelancers.
Tax filing for Freelancers
Designers, writers, developers, marketers and other independent professionals. Typical income tax route: ITR-3 or ITR-4.
GST position
Register when aggregate turnover crosses ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh special category states), or earlier if you make notified inter-state supplies; export of services is zero-rated with LUT.
Practical tax tips
- Keep a simple income and expense ledger.
- Pay advance tax if liability exceeds ₹10,000.
- Collect and file FIRC / bank advice for foreign income.
Common mistakes
- Missing advance tax
- Ignoring foreign payment platform fees
How GstMan helps
- ITR preparation and filing with the right form
- Presumptive vs regular books analysis
- GST registration, returns and exports (LUT)
- Advance tax planning and notices
Frequently asked questions
What is advance tax for freelancers?
Taxpayers with liability above ₹10,000 pay advance tax by 15 June, September, December and March. Presumptive taxpayers can pay in one instalment by 15 March.
Can GstMan file my return online?
Yes. We work online: share documents on WhatsApp or email and we prepare, file and share acknowledgement.
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Freelancer Tax Guide India: GST, ITR, Advance Tax and Foreign Clients
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Which ITR Form Should You File? ITR-1, 2, 3 and 4 Explained
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