April: capture new budget standard deduction changes, reset 80C SIPs, refresh rent agreements if landlords rotate.

June–July: actual rent receipts for Q1, tuition fee receipts post admission season, insurance renewal comparisons.

September: mid-year Form 16 projection with employer; adjust declaration window if bonuses predictable.

December: capital gains harvesting decisions before year-end if rules permit carry-forward planning.

January: download AIS, reconcile interest income vs Form 16 gaps, fix TDS mismatches early.

February–March: finalize ELSS lumps if needed, submit proofs, scan NPS/contribution receipts, prepayment certificates for March EMIs.

Year-round: maintain digital vault for certificates — searchable folders beat WhatsApp forwards during scrutiny.

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What is this guide about?⌄

April proofs, September ELSS, January AIS hygiene, March madness avoided.

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Tax planning calendar — month-by-month for Indian FY

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