Everyday tax · 2 min read
Salary plus another income? Look at the full picture.
Side work, bank interest and investments may belong to different income heads.
Educational guide · Updated 19 September 2026 · FY 2025–26 / AY 2026–27
The quick answer
An additional receipt is not automatically salary or business income. Its nature determines the tax head and reporting requirements.
Describe the income first
- Explain what the payment was for and whether it is recurring.
- Keep the amount, dates, invoices and related costs together.
- Separate freelance receipts, interest, rent and asset sales for review.
Not sure what “B income” means?
That label is not enough to determine a tax category. Describe the source of the receipt in your service request so the team can identify the right tax category.
Sources & further reading
General educational information, not an individual tax opinion. Facts and filing-year rules determine your treatment; confirm current requirements before acting.
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