Simplifying Your ITR-1 Online Filing: A Step-by-step Guide

The deadline for filing your ITR is July 31st. Missing this deadline may result in penalties or interest, as determined by the Income Tax Department. Hence, you should file ITR online a few weeks in advance to avoid any last-minute rush. Moreover, you could file your ITR through our website as well.

Filing your ITR online is not as complicated as it seems and, in this video, we'll give you a walkthrough of how to file income tax return using ITR I with ease.

To file ITR-1 online, log in to the e-filing portal at www.incometax.gov.in using your PAN as your user ID. With Form 16 and other relevant documents you would be able to file ITR online without much hassle. Begin by selecting the right assessment year. Start a new ITR online filing, choose your applicable status, and proceed. You could select the ITR form (ITR 1 to ITR 7) that’s applicable to you. If unsure, the portal could assist you in deciding.

Verify and update your pre-filled personal details, declare your bank accounts, and verify your income from various sources like salary, pension, and other allowances. If you have made investments or qualify for income tax deductions, be sure to select the applicable deductions under Sections like 80D, 80CCD, 80C, etc., of the Income Tax Act. Based on your inputs, the website will let you know whether you need to pay more taxes, don't owe any additional amounts, or qualify for a refund.

Verify taxes paid, check your tax liability or refund summary, and make the payment if needed. Preview your return, validate, and submit it. Finally, e-Verify your return to complete the process of filing your ITR.

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Key Takeaways

Login to the e-filing portal using your PAN as the user ID and your set password

Select the assessment year, mode of filing, and your applicable status to start filing your ITR-1

Check and update your pre-filled personal details and choose your nature of employment

Declare your bank account details and verify your income from various sources

Add your exempt income and claim the deductions as applicable to reduce your tax liability

Verify the taxes paid by you during the financial year and confirm the tax computation

E-verify your return after previewing and submitting it to complete the filing process

Frequently Asked Questions
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Start your online ITR filing process by logging onto the e-filing portal at www.incometax.gov.in using your PAN as the user ID. Navigate to the 'E-file' section, select 'Income Tax Returns', then 'File Income Tax Return Now'. Choose the assessment year, select 'Online' as the filing mode, and proceed with 'Start New Filing' for a fresh ITR.
If you're unsure which ITR form to file, select the 'Help me decide which ITR form to file' option. This provides a list of qualifying conditions for each ITR form. Based on your income sources and filing status, you can then select the appropriate form for your situation.
Yes, during the online ITR filing process, you can choose between the new tax regime and the old tax regime. Currently, the new regime is the default one, but you can switch to the old regime if it's more beneficial for you. Compare the tax slabs and benefits before making your decision.
In the 'Total Deductions' section, answer the questions with yes or no as applicable. For each 'yes' response, you'll need to provide corresponding details of the deductions you wish to claim. Verify these details on the next page before proceeding with filing your ITR online.
After verifying all details and tax computations, preview your return and select the Declaration checkbox. Validate and submit your return, then proceed to e-verify it. Once e-verified, you'll receive a success message with a transaction ID and acknowledgment number, completing the ITR filing process.
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