AIS Download Before ITR Filing
Annual Information Statement + TIS: interest, rent, remittance flags — fix mismatches before e-verify.
The 60-second version
AIS is CPC's master ledger — returning NRIs download AIS/TIS, compare to bank statements and foreign slips, then file ITR or revise.
AIS Portal Download for Returning NRIs: Match Before ITR 2026
AIS pulls SFT data from banks, registrars, and foreign remittance reporting — often shows rent and interest you forgot to declare.
TIS is the simplified taxpayer summary derived from AIS — start with TIS, drill into AIS for source detail.
Verify current rules with official portals before filing.
Decision matrix
| Item | Portal/doc | Risk if skipped |
|---|---|---|
| AIS | Full ledger | 143(1) source |
| TIS | Summary | Quick scan |
| Feedback | Portal flag | Correct wrong entries |
| ITR | Declare match | Avoid defective |
Execution sequence
Gather docs
Step 1 for ais portal download.
Portal login
Step 2 for ais portal download.
Download/review
Step 3 for ais portal download.
Reconcile AIS
Step 4 for ais portal download.
File ITR
Step 5 for ais portal download.
Flow
Document kit
- Portal login.
- PAN active.
- AIS PDF.
- 26AS PDF.
- CA review.
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First-year return
Residency flip in landing FY triggers most notices — reconcile AIS before submit.
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What to watch in real discussions
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Turn this guide into a decision file
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RNOR year applies?
Many items tie to residency flip — use RNOR calculator worksheet first.
ITR-1 eligible?
Foreign income or FA usually needs ITR-2 or ITR-3.
Form 67 needed?
Yes if claiming DTAA credit on foreign tax paid.
Belated ITR?
See belated ITR Section 139(4) guide if July deadline missed.
26AS mismatch?
See 26AS vs AIS troubleshooting before revising.
CA required?
Recommended for first return after landing.
Your tax year is already running.
RNOR status, exit timing, and DTAA benefits all depend on decisions you make before you land. Don't guess.