ITR Filing 2026: Zero Tax Liability After Section 87A Rebate

Even if your tax bill is zero after getting a rebate under Section 87A, you might still need to file your income tax return.

The rebate only reduces the tax you owe, but you still have to file a return if your income is above a certain limit.

For the year 2025-26, if your income is up to ₹12 lakh, you can get a rebate that makes your tax zero.

But you still need to file a return if your income is above the basic exemption limit, which is ₹2,50,000 for most people.

If you don't file on time, you might have to pay a penalty.

So, it's important to file your return even if you don't owe any tax.