How to File Income Tax Return (ITR) Online
Detailed procedural guidance on submitting your annual tax returns on the official Income Tax portal. Choose the right ITR form, reconcile AIS and Form 26AS, compute deductions, and complete instant e-Verification.
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Income Tax Department e-Filing Portal (Direct Access)
Access pre-filled returns, cross-verify TDS challans, and file online directly on the government e-filing server.
https://eportal.incometax.gov.in
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Which ITR Form Should You File?
Salaried Individuals & Pensioners
For residents having total income up to ₹50 Lakh from Salaries, one house property, other sources (interest etc.), and agricultural income up to ₹5,000.
Capital Gains & Multiple Properties
For individuals and HUFs not having income from profits and gains of business or profession. Ideal for stock market investors and property sellers.
Business & Professional Income
For individuals and HUFs having income from profits and gains of business or profession (proprietorships, audit cases, freelance consultants).
Presumptive Taxation Scheme
For resident individuals, HUFs, and firms having total income up to ₹50 Lakh and declaring income under presumptive tax schemes (Section 44AD, 44ADA, or 44AE).
5 Steps to Complete Your Online Tax Filing
eportal.incometax.gov.in using your PAN as User ID and your secure password.Frequently Asked Questions on ITR Filing
Which ITR form should I file for salary income?
Salaried individuals having total income up to ₹50 lakh from salary, one house property, and other sources (such as interest) should file ITR-1 (Sahaj). If you hold capital gains or multiple properties, file ITR-2.
How do I e-Verify my ITR without sending physical documents?
You can e-Verify instantly using Aadhaar OTP (mobile must be linked with Aadhaar), NetBanking login, Demat account EVC, or Bank Account EVC. Instant e-verification eliminates the need to courier physical ITR-V to Bengaluru.
What happens if I do not e-Verify my ITR within 30 days?
If an ITR is not verified within 30 days of filing, the return is treated as invalid (defective), as if it was never filed. You may face late filing fees under Section 234F.