How to file ITR Income tax e filing step by step procedure

✅ STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO FILE ITR ONLINE (E-FILING) FOR AY 2025–26

STEP 1: Prepare Required Documents

Before starting, keep the following documents ready:

• PAN card

• Aadhaar card

• Form 16 (if salaried)

• Form 26AS (Tax Credit Statement)

• Annual Information Statement (AIS) / Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS)

• Bank account details (account number, IFSC)

• Investment proofs (80C, 80D etc. if applicable)

• Capital gains, rental income, or business income details (if applicable)

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STEP 2: Register/Login on Income Tax Portal

• Go to: https://www.incometax.gov.in

• Click on ‘Login’ at the top right.

• Use your PAN as user ID and enter your password.

• If new user, click ‘Register’ and follow instructions.

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STEP 3: Choose the ITR Form

Select the correct ITR form based on your income type:

ITR Form Who Should Use

ITR-1 (Sahaj) Salaried individuals with income up to ₹50 lakh and income from one house property

ITR-2 Individuals/HUFs with capital gains or multiple properties

ITR-3 Business/profession income

ITR-4 (Sugam) Presumptive income scheme under section 44AD, 44ADA, etc.

You can also use the ‘Help me decide which ITR Form’ tool on the portal.

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STEP 4: Select the Filing Mode

On dashboard, go to:

e-File > Income Tax Returns > File Income Tax Return

• Assessment Year: 2025–26

• Mode: Online

• Status: Individual

• Select ITR Form: e.g., ITR-1

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STEP 5: Fill the ITR Form Online

Sections will be auto-filled using AIS/Form 26AS:

• Personal Information

• Income Details (Salary, house property, other income)

• Tax Details (TDS, Advance Tax)

• Deductions under 80C, 80D, etc.

• Bank Account details

✅ Review every pre-filled section carefully and correct if needed.

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STEP 6: Validate and Preview

• After entering details, click ‘Proceed’

• Portal will show summary of tax computation

o Refundable / Payable Tax

• If tax is payable, pay using e-Pay Tax (Challan 280)

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STEP 7: Submit and e-Verify

Once satisfied:

• Click ‘Submit’

• Then, e-verify your return using any one method:

o Aadhaar OTP (linked phone)

o Net banking

o Demat account

o Bank ATM (EVC)

Note: You must e-verify within 30 days of filing to complete the process.

✅ Important Dates for AY 2025–26:

Activity Due Date

ITR Filing (individuals not under audit) 31st July 2025

ITR Filing (if audit required) 31st October 2025

✅ Tips:

• Always download and verify Form 26AS and AIS.

• Use correct ITR Form to avoid notices.

• File before the due date to avoid late fee under Section 234F.

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