Income Tax Services
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e-File Income Tax Return (ITR)
The e-filing portal allows individual and non-individual taxpayers to file their Income Tax Returns online easily and securely.
Steps to e-File ITR:
Step 1: Login to e-Filing Portal
Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal: incometax.gov.in and log in using your User ID (PAN/Aadhaar), password, and captcha.
Step 2: Select e-File ITR
Go to 'e-File' > 'Income Tax Returns' > 'File Income Tax Return'. Select the Assessment Year and Filing Type (Original/Revised).
Step 3: Choose ITR Form & Mode
Select the appropriate ITR Form (e.g., ITR-1, ITR-2) and the filing mode (Online/Offline Utility).
Step 4: Fill/Upload ITR Details
Fill in all the required details directly online or upload the JSON file generated from the offline utility.
Step 5: Preview & Submit
Preview your return for accuracy and then click 'Proceed to Validation' and 'Proceed to Verification'.
Step 6: e-Verify Your Return
Verify your return using Aadhaar OTP, Net Banking, Bank Account EVC, Demat Account EVC, or by sending a signed ITR-V to CPC, Bengaluru.
View Filed Returns/Forms
You can view and download previously filed Income Tax Returns (ITRs) and other forms from your e-filing account.
Steps to View Filed Returns:
Step 2: Navigate to View Filed Returns
Go to 'e-File' > 'Income Tax Returns' > 'View Filed Returns/Forms'.
Step 3: Select Assessment Year
Select the relevant Assessment Year and click 'Submit'.
Step 4: Download ITR-V/Acknowledgement
You can view the status of your return and download the ITR-V acknowledgement or the complete ITR form.
e-Verify Return
e-Verification is mandatory for all e-filed ITRs. It is the final step to complete your ITR filing process.
Steps to e-Verify Return:
Step 2: Select e-Verify Return
Go to 'e-File' > 'Income Tax Returns' > 'e-Verify Return'.
Step 3: Choose Verification Method
Select your preferred method for e-verification (e.g., Aadhaar OTP, Net Banking, Bank Account EVC, Demat Account EVC).
Step 4: Complete Verification
Follow the instructions for the chosen method to complete the e-verification process.
Link Aadhaar
It is mandatory to link your PAN with Aadhaar. This service allows you to link them easily online.
Steps to Link Aadhaar:
Step 1: Visit Link Aadhaar Page
Go to the 'Link Aadhaar' service directly: incometax.gov.in/linkaadhaar.
Step 2: Enter PAN & Aadhaar
Enter your PAN, Aadhaar Number, Name as per Aadhaar, and your mobile number.
Step 3: Validate & Submit
Check the declaration and click 'Link Aadhaar'. You will receive an OTP for verification.
Step 4: Check Status
You can also check the status of your Aadhaar-PAN linking on the same page.
PAN Verification
You can verify the authenticity of a PAN card by checking its details against the Income Tax Department's records.
Steps for PAN Verification:
Step 2: Enter PAN Details
Enter the PAN number, Full Name, Date of Birth, and Status of the PAN holder.
Step 3: Enter Captcha & Submit
Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen and click 'Submit'.
Step 4: View PAN Status
The system will display whether the PAN is active and details like the name of the PAN holder.
e-Pay Tax
e-Pay Tax allows taxpayers to pay various direct taxes online through authorized banks.
Steps to e-Pay Tax:
Step 2: Select Tax Type
Choose the type of tax you wish to pay (e.g., Income Tax, Corporate Tax) and the relevant Assessment Year.
Step 3: Select Payment Mode
Select your preferred payment mode (Net Banking, Debit Card, Pay at Bank Counter, RTGS/NEFT).
Step 4: Complete Payment
Follow the instructions to complete the payment. You will receive a Challan Identification Number (CIN) upon successful payment.
Check Refund Status
You can check the status of your income tax refund online through the NSDL website.
Steps to Check Refund Status:
Step 1: Visit NSDL Refund Status Page
Go to the NSDL website for refund status: tin.tin.nsdl.com/oltas/refundstatuslogin.html.
Step 2: Enter PAN & Assessment Year
Enter your PAN and select the Assessment Year for which you want to check the refund status.
Step 3: Enter Captcha & Submit
Enter the captcha code displayed and click 'Proceed'.
Step 4: View Refund Status
The system will display the current status of your income tax refund.
Register as a New User
If you are a new taxpayer or a new entity, you need to register on the e-filing portal to access its services.
Steps to Register:
Step 2: Select Taxpayer Type
Select your taxpayer type (e.g., Individual, HUF, Company, etc.) and click 'Continue'.
Step 3: Enter PAN & Basic Details
Enter your PAN, Name, Date of Birth/Incorporation, and other basic details. Click 'Validate'.
Step 4: Fill Registration Form
Fill in the detailed registration form, including contact information and setting up your password.
Step 5: Submit & Verify
Submit the form and verify your registration using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email ID.
Reset Password
If you have forgotten your e-filing portal password, you can easily reset it using various methods.
Steps to Reset Password:
Step 1: Go to Forgot Password
On the e-Filing portal login page, click on 'Forgot Password': incometax.gov.in/resetpassword.
Step 2: Enter User ID
Enter your User ID (PAN/Aadhaar) and click 'Continue'.
Step 3: Choose Reset Option
Select a method to reset your password (e.g., Aadhaar OTP, e-Filing OTP, Upload DSC, Answer Secret Question, Net Banking).
Step 4: Set New Password
Follow the instructions for the chosen method to set a new password for your account.
View Form 26AS
Form 26AS is your Annual Consolidated Tax Statement, showing details of tax deducted/collected at source, advance tax, and self-assessment tax paid.
Steps to View Form 26AS:
Step 2: Navigate to Form 26AS
Go to 'e-File' > 'Income Tax Forms' > 'View Form 26AS'. You will be redirected to the TRACES portal.
Step 3: Select Assessment Year & View
On the TRACES portal, select the Assessment Year and the format (HTML/Text) to view or download Form 26AS.
Other Important Services
The Income Tax e-Filing portal offers many other crucial services for taxpayers:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For more detailed information and assistance, please visit the official Income Tax Department e-Filing portal.