{"id":25622943,"date":"2025-09-01T15:44:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T10:14:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25622943"},"modified":"2026-01-27T14:17:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T08:47:44","slug":"how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/","title":{"rendered":"How to File Income Tax Return (ITR) on Your Own"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3ea903ad11\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3ea903ad11\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Who_Must_File_ITR\" >Who Must File ITR?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Why_Should_You_File_Your_ITR\" >Why Should You File Your ITR?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Core_Distinction_Paying_Income_Tax_vs_Filing_ITR\" >Core Distinction: Paying Income Tax vs. Filing ITR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Determine_Your_ITR_Type\" >Determine Your ITR Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Overview_and_Preparatory_Steps_to_file_the_ITR-1\" >Overview and Preparatory Steps to file the ITR-1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Step-by-step_to_file_the_ITR_on_your_own\" >Step-by-step to file the ITR on your own<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Common_Errors_While_Filing_ITR\" >Common Errors While Filing ITR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-file-income-tax-return-on-your-own\/#Conclusions\" >Conclusions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"343\">Filing your <strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"99\">Income Tax Return (ITR)<\/strong> is an important task for all taxpayers in India. While the process might seem overwhelming at first, it\u2019s entirely possible to file your ITR on your own with a little understanding of the procedure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"626\">In this guide, we\u2019ll show you the step-by-step process of filing an ITR on your own, explaining the necessary documents, and provide tips to ensure a smooth and error-free filing. With this step-by-step approach, you\u2019ll be able to handle your tax filings independently and with confidence.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alert alert-info\">\n<p><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>ITR Filing is mandatory for all individuals earning above the basic exemption limit of 3 Lakhs per annum.<\/li>\n<li>Filing ITR ensures compliance, helps claim tax deductions, and avoids penalties.<\/li>\n<li>With the right documents and some patience, you can file your ITR on your own using the official Income Tax e-Filing Portal.<\/li>\n<li>The last date to file the ITR is 15th September.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1100\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Must_File_ITR\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1100\">Who Must File ITR?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1452\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25622989 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789.webp\" alt=\"Who Must File ITR?\" width=\"425\" height=\"319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789.webp 999w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789-768x577.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/121789-750x563.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1357\">The obligation to file an <strong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1135\">ITR<\/strong> is broader than most people realize. The <strong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1202\">basic exemption limit<\/strong> is the threshold after which ITR filing is mandatory, but there are several other scenarios where filing is required, even if income is below this limit.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1633\">\n<li data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1567\">\n<p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1567\">For individuals with an <strong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1452\">annual income exceeding \u20b93 lakh<\/strong> (as of 2025), ITR filing is mandatory, regardless of whether their tax liability is zero under the new tax regime.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1633\">\n<p data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1633\">This threshold will <strong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1613\">increase to \u20b94 lakh<\/strong> in 2026 and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start investing like a pro. Enroll in our Stock Market course!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1052\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_File_Your_ITR\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1052\">Why Should You File Your ITR?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1121\">Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) is crucial for several reasons:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1579\">\n<li data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1223\">\n<p data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1223\"><strong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1145\">Legal Compliance:<\/strong> It\u2019s a legal requirement for anyone earning above a certain income threshold.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1353\">\n<p data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1353\"><strong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1244\">Claim Refunds:<\/strong> If excess tax has been deducted from your salary or income, filing ITR ensures you receive a <strong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1352\">tax refund<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1460\">\n<p data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1460\"><strong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1388\">Loans and Visa Applications:<\/strong> A filed ITR is often required when applying for <strong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1446\">loans<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1459\">visas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1579\">\n<p data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1579\"><strong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1483\">Avoid Penalties:<\/strong> Late filing of ITR can lead to penalties and interest charges, so it\u2019s best to file it on time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"58\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Distinction_Paying_Income_Tax_vs_Filing_ITR\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"58\">Core Distinction: Paying Income Tax vs. Filing ITR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25622991 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895.webp\" alt=\"Paying Income Tax vs. Filing ITR\" width=\"427\" height=\"272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895.webp 1000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895-300x191.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895-768x490.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895-150x96.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/895-750x479.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"183\">Many people confuse <strong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"101\">paying income tax<\/strong> with <strong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"144\">filing an Income Tax Return (ITR)<\/strong>, but they are two different processes.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"740\">\n<li data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"408\">\n<p data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"408\"><strong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"209\">Income Tax Payment<\/strong>: This is the actual amount of tax an individual pays to the government based on their taxable income. It can be paid directly by an individual or indirectly through <strong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"407\">Tax Deducted at Source (TDS)<\/strong>. It is the amount you paid to the government knowingly or unknowingly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"740\">\n<p data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"740\"><strong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"428\">ITR Filing<\/strong>: Filing an ITR is the process of submitting a <strong data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"485\">report<\/strong> to the government detailing your income sources, taxes already paid (such as TDS), and any deductions you\u2019ve claimed throughout the financial year. It&#8217;s a <strong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"672\">mandatory reporting process<\/strong>, even if you don\u2019t owe any additional tax or are due for a refund. You can say it is the report card of your finances. The money you made and the tax liabilities you have.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"895\">The key difference: <strong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"783\">Paying income tax<\/strong> is about paying your <strong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"817\">tax dues<\/strong>, while <strong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"839\">filing ITR<\/strong> is about submitting the details to the tax authorities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556854\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">free download Stock market course roadmap<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1619\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Determine_Your_ITR_Type\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1619\">Determine Your ITR Type<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1877\">The first step in filing your ITR is determining the <strong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1698\">appropriate ITR form<\/strong> to use. The Income Tax Department offers several types of ITR forms, and the right one depends on your <strong data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1819\">income source<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1848\">type of taxpayer<\/strong> you are. Here\u2019s a breakdown:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2461\">\n<li data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2038\">\n<p data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2038\"><strong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1898\">ITR-1<\/strong>: For salaried individuals, pensioners, and those with income from one house property, other sources (interest), or income up to Rs 50 lakh.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2152\">\n<p data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2152\"><strong data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2050\">ITR-2<\/strong>: For individuals who have income from more than one house property, capital gains, or foreign assets. If you are a swing trader or an individual who does crypto trading, then you have to file ITR-2.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2242\">\n<p data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2242\"><strong data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2164\">ITR-3<\/strong>: For self-employed individuals or professionals (business\/profession income). If you are a freelancer or do FNO trading then you have to file ITR-3.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2381\">\n<p data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2381\"><strong data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2262\">ITR-4<\/strong>: For small taxpayers who are under <strong data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2330\">presumptive taxation schemes<\/strong> (for business\/profession income up to Rs 50 lakh).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2628\">For most salaried individuals or pensioners, <strong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2517\">ITR-1<\/strong> will be sufficient. If your income is more complex, such as from multiple sources, you\u2019ll need ITR-2 or ITR-3.<\/p>\n<table width=\"468\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Gain Financial Literacy in your Mother Tongue<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course-in-malayalam\/\">Stock Market Course in Malayalam<\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/mutual-funds-course-in-kerala\/\">Mutual Funds Course in Malayalam<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course-in-tamil\/\">Stock Market Course in Tamil<\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/mutual-funds-course-in-tamil\/\">Mutual Funds Course in Tamil<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\">Stock Market Course<\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/mutual-funds-course\/\">Mutual Funds Course<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"228\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_and_Preparatory_Steps_to_file_the_ITR-1\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"228\">Overview and Preparatory Steps to file the ITR-1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most individuals will be mostly a salaried or employed person, so they have to file ITR-1, so here we will be showing how to file an ITR-1 for salaried employees:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"268\"><strong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"267\">1. Understand ITR-1 Applicability<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"940\">\n<li data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"399\">\n<p data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"399\"><strong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"280\">ITR-1<\/strong> is primarily for individuals with <strong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"343\">salary or pension income<\/strong>, whose <strong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"397\">total yearly income is less than \u20b950 lakhs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"620\">\n<p data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"620\">It also applies to individuals receiving <strong data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"481\">interest from bank accounts or FDs<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"502\">dividend income<\/strong> from stocks (under \u20b950 lakhs), <strong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"563\">owning one house property<\/strong>, and having <strong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"599\">agricultural income<\/strong> not exceeding \u20b95000.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"827\">\n<p data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"827\">Individuals with up to <strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"660\">\u20b91.25 lakh<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"691\">long-term capital gains<\/strong> from selling shares or equity mutual funds can use ITR-1, provided they have <strong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"806\">no carried-forward capital losses<\/strong> from previous years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"940\">\n<p data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"940\">If you have <strong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"865\">crypto transactions<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"901\">swing trading profits\/losses<\/strong>, you should file <strong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"928\">ITR-2<\/strong>, not ITR-1.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1049\"><strong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"975\">2. Gather Necessary Documents<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1049\">Before you begin, make sure to gather the following essential documents:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1724\">\n<li data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1132\">\n<p data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1132\"><strong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1066\">Form 16<\/strong>: Issued by your employer, detailing your salary and TDS deducted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1267\">\n<p data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1267\"><strong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1151\">Form 26AS<\/strong>: This document gives a summary of all TDS deducted on your behalf. You can download it from the Income Tax website.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1461\">\n<p data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1461\"><strong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1311\">Annual Information Statement (AIS)<\/strong>: This statement pre-fills your income details, such as salary, interest income, tax paid, TDS, and more. Available on the official Income Tax portal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1583\">\n<p data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1583\"><strong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1486\">Bank Statements<\/strong>: For reporting any additional income not subject to TDS (e.g., freelance income, rental income).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1724\">\n<p data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1724\"><strong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1617\">Documents for Deductions<\/strong>: If you\u2019re claiming deductions (especially under the Old Tax Regime), keep the supporting documents ready.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3389\">Tax Paid Receipts<\/strong>: If you\u2019ve paid advance tax or self-assessment tax, keep proof of payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can download Form 26AS and AIS from the income-tax portal from the e-file menu at the top banner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-step_to_file_the_ITR_on_your_own\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-step to file the ITR on your own<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3534\"><strong data-start=\"3474\" data-end=\"3534\">1. Register and Log in to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25622992 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page.webp\" alt=\"Income Tax e-Filing Portal\" width=\"399\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page.webp 1617w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-1024x569.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-768x427.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-1536x853.webp 1536w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-150x83.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-750x417.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-home-page-1140x633.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3681\">The official <strong data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3579\">Income Tax e-Filing Portal<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.incometax.gov.in\/iec\/foportal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.incometax.gov.in\/iec\/foportal\/<\/a>) is where you\u2019ll file your return. Here&#8217;s what you need to do:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3944\">\n<li data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3853\">\n<p data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3853\"><strong data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3698\">Register<\/strong>: If you don\u2019t have an account on the portal, you will need to create one. You\u2019ll need\u00a0your <strong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2004\">Aadhaar card<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2018\">PAN card<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2040\">personal details<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2078\">Aadhaar-linked mobile number<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3944\">\n<p data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3944\"><strong data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3867\">Log in<\/strong>: Once registered, log in with your <strong data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"3910\">PAN<\/strong> as the user ID and your password.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2202\"><strong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2201\">2. Download Form 26AS and AIS<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25622996 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais.webp\" alt=\"Download Form 26AS and AIS\" width=\"483\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais.webp 1657w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-300x162.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-1024x554.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-768x415.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-1536x831.webp 1536w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-150x81.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-750x406.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ais-1140x616.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2662\">\n<li data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2314\">\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2314\">Go to the <strong data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2242\">Income Tax Dashboard<\/strong> and click <strong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2263\">&#8220;File&#8221;<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2290\">&#8220;Income Tax Returns&#8221;<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2313\">&#8220;View Form 26AS&#8221;<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2444\">\n<p data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2444\">Select the <strong data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2350\">Assessment Year<\/strong> (e.g., 2025-26 for FY 2024-25), choose <strong data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2408\">&#8220;View As HTML&#8221;<\/strong>, and then download it as a <strong data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2443\">PDF<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2662\">\n<p data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2662\">To download <strong data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2469\">AIS<\/strong>, click on the <strong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2493\">&#8220;AIS&#8221;<\/strong> tab, then click <strong data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2528\">&#8220;Download AIS&#8221;<\/strong>. The AIS PDF is password-protected; the password is your <strong data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2600\">PAN number<\/strong> (in lowercase) followed by your <strong data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2661\">date of birth (DDMMYYYY)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2693\"><strong data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2692\">3. Initiate ITR-1 Filing<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25622999 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr.webp\" alt=\"Initiate ITR-1 Filing\" width=\"484\" height=\"270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr.webp 1573w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-1024x571.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-1536x856.webp 1536w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-750x418.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/itr-1140x636.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"3165\">\n<li data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2838\">\n<p data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2838\">From the homepage, click <strong data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2752\">&#8220;File Income Tax Return&#8221;<\/strong> or navigate via <strong data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2779\">&#8220;File&#8221;<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2806\">&#8220;Income Tax Returns&#8221;<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2837\">&#8220;File Income Tax Return&#8221;<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2939\">\n<p data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2939\">Select the <strong data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2874\">Assessment Year<\/strong> (2025-26), then choose <strong data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2916\">&#8220;Online&#8221;<\/strong> as the mode of filing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"3025\">\n<p data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"3025\">Click <strong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2973\">&#8220;Start New Filing&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3100\">\n<p data-start=\"3031\" data-end=\"3100\">Choose <strong data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3054\">&#8220;Individual&#8221;<\/strong> as the type of taxpayer and select <strong data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3099\">ITR-1<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3165\">\n<p data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3165\">Click <strong data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3136\">&#8220;Proceed with ITR-1&#8221;<\/strong> to start the filing process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3199\"><strong data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3198\">4. Answer Initial Questions<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3456\">\n<li data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3282\">\n<p data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3282\">A prompt will ask if you wish to use the <strong data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3264\">New Tax Regime<\/strong>, select <strong data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3281\">&#8220;OK&#8221;<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3371\">\n<p data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3371\">Confirm your filing reason (e.g., \u201cIncome is more than the basic exemption limit\u201d).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3456\">\n<p data-start=\"3377\" data-end=\"3456\">Ensure all pre-filled data is accurate, as you are responsible for its accuracy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3492\"><strong data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3491\">5. Complete the Five Sections<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"4865\">\n<li data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3833\">\n<h4 data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3530\"><strong data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3528\">Step 1: Personal Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3833\">\n<li data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3605\">\n<p data-start=\"3535\" data-end=\"3605\">Confirm your <strong data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3568\">personal details<\/strong>, contact information, and address.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3676\">\n<p data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3676\">Choose your <strong data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3646\">Nature of Employment<\/strong> (e.g, private employment).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3679\" data-end=\"3768\">\n<p data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3768\">Select <strong data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3702\">Tax Regime<\/strong> (New or Old) and <strong data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3738\">Filing Section<\/strong> (139(1) for timely filing).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3679\" data-end=\"3768\">The preferred one is the new tax regime.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3833\">\n<p data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3833\">Provide <strong data-start=\"3781\" data-end=\"3805\">Bank Account Details<\/strong> for refund (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"4159\">\n<h4 data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3869\"><strong data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3867\">Step 2: Gross Total Income<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"4159\">\n<li data-start=\"3872\" data-end=\"3942\">\n<p data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3942\">Verify salary income from <strong data-start=\"3900\" data-end=\"3911\">Form 16<\/strong> and check for discrepancies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"4009\">\n<p data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4009\">Review other income sources (e.g., interest, rental income).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4012\" data-end=\"4126\">\n<p data-start=\"4014\" data-end=\"4126\">If you have additional income (e.g., freelance, insurance payouts), manually add it using <strong data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4123\">Bank Statements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4159\">\n<p data-start=\"4131\" data-end=\"4159\">Confirm all entered details.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4383\">\n<h4 data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4193\"><strong data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4191\">Step 3: Total Deductions<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4196\" data-end=\"4383\">\n<li data-start=\"4196\" data-end=\"4269\">\n<p data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4269\">If using the <strong data-start=\"4211\" data-end=\"4229\">New Tax Regime<\/strong>, there will likely be few deductions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4272\" data-end=\"4358\">\n<p data-start=\"4274\" data-end=\"4358\">However, if you have <strong data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4316\">NPS contributions<\/strong>, add that under the deductions section.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4383\">\n<p data-start=\"4363\" data-end=\"4383\">Confirm the details.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4385\" data-end=\"4601\">\n<h4 data-start=\"4387\" data-end=\"4409\"><strong data-start=\"4387\" data-end=\"4407\">Step 4: Tax Paid<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4412\" data-end=\"4601\">\n<li data-start=\"4412\" data-end=\"4481\">\n<p data-start=\"4414\" data-end=\"4481\">The section will pre-fill TDS from <strong data-start=\"4449\" data-end=\"4460\">Form 16<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"4465\" data-end=\"4478\">Form 26AS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4484\" data-end=\"4576\">\n<p data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4576\">If you\u2019ve paid <strong data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4516\">advance tax<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4543\">self-assessment tax<\/strong>, enter those details manually.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4601\">\n<p data-start=\"4581\" data-end=\"4601\">Confirm the section.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4603\" data-end=\"4865\">\n<h4 data-start=\"4605\" data-end=\"4644\"><strong data-start=\"4605\" data-end=\"4642\">Step 5: Verify Your Tax Liability<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4647\" data-end=\"4865\">\n<li data-start=\"4647\" data-end=\"4745\">\n<p data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4745\">Review your <strong data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4677\">total income<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"4679\" data-end=\"4699\">tax calculations<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"4701\" data-end=\"4712\">rebates<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"4718\" data-end=\"4736\">total tax paid<\/strong> (TDS).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4748\" data-end=\"4865\">\n<p data-start=\"4750\" data-end=\"4865\">If you owe tax, it will show as <strong data-start=\"4782\" data-end=\"4803\">&#8220;Tax Payable Now,&#8221;<\/strong> or if you are due a refund, it will show as <strong data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4864\">&#8220;Refund Due&#8221;<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5059\"><strong data-start=\"5017\" data-end=\"5059\">6. Submit the ITR<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5237\">After entering all the details, you can now <strong data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5124\">submit your ITR<\/strong>. The e-filing portal allows you to <strong data-start=\"5193\" data-end=\"5205\">e-verify<\/strong> it directly. Here&#8217;s what to do:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"5239\" data-end=\"5720\">\n<li data-start=\"5239\" data-end=\"5346\">\n<p data-start=\"5242\" data-end=\"5346\"><strong data-start=\"5242\" data-end=\"5263\">Verify and Submit<\/strong>: Double-check all your details and click on <strong data-start=\"5308\" data-end=\"5318\">Submit<\/strong> once everything is correct.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5347\" data-end=\"5720\">\n<p data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5434\"><strong data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5371\">e-Verify Your ITR<\/strong>: You can e-verify your ITR using one of the following methods:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5438\" data-end=\"5720\">\n<li data-start=\"5438\" data-end=\"5513\">\n<p data-start=\"5440\" data-end=\"5513\"><strong data-start=\"5440\" data-end=\"5454\">Aadhar OTP<\/strong>: Quick and easy method if you have linked Aadhar with PAN.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5517\" data-end=\"5575\">\n<p data-start=\"5519\" data-end=\"5575\"><strong data-start=\"5519\" data-end=\"5534\">Net Banking<\/strong>: Use your net banking account to verify.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5579\" data-end=\"5720\">\n<p data-start=\"5581\" data-end=\"5720\"><strong data-start=\"5581\" data-end=\"5598\">Other Methods<\/strong>: Use a <strong data-start=\"5606\" data-end=\"5627\">digital signature<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"5631\" data-end=\"5662\">send a signed physical copy<\/strong> to the Income Tax Department (for physical verification).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"5722\" data-end=\"5775\">Once e-verified, the system will accept your <strong data-start=\"5767\" data-end=\"5774\">ITR<\/strong>. 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The statuses to watch for are:<\/p>\n<p><strong>ITR Processed:<\/strong> Your return has been processed successfully, and a refund will be provided soon.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Intimation\/Assessment Order:<\/strong>\u00a0In case there are discrepancies or any other information required, you will receive an intimation from the tax department.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Refunds:<\/strong> If you are eligible for a refund, it will be deposited directly into your bank account.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mutual-fund_updated.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mutual-fund_updated.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556854\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">free download mUTUAL FUND course syllabus<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Errors_While_Filing_ITR\"><\/span><strong>Common Errors While Filing ITR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common mistakes or errors people make while filing ITR are listed below:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wrong Form Selection:<\/strong> Filing problems could happen if the wrong ITR form is selected. Be certain to use the proper form.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Not Including Income:<\/strong> Be sure to double-check all of your income sources (freelancing, rent, interest, etc).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Not Availing Deductions:<\/strong> Always remember to avail of tax-saving deductions you are eligible to claim under section 80C, 80D, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wrong Bank Details:<\/strong> Make sure your bank details are correct for a tax reimbursement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Late Filing:<\/strong> Late filings may incur penalties. So, file your ITR timely and don\u2019t incur additional fees.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alert alert-warning\">The due date for filing your ITR for the financial year 2024-25 is typically <strong>September 15th<\/strong>. Make sure to file your ITR before September 15th to avoid penalties. If you miss the deadline, you may face <strong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1642\">late filing fees<\/strong> of up to \u20b95,000 and potentially receive <strong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1705\">income tax notices<\/strong> for non-compliance.<\/div>\n<p>Watch the full content here in video format:<br \/>\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  style=\"display: block; margin: 0px auto;\"  id=\"_ytid_33176\"  width=\"480\" height=\"270\"  data-origwidth=\"480\" data-origheight=\"270\"  data-relstop=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SJ4Rpuesx2w?enablejsapi=1&autoplay=0&cc_load_policy=0&cc_lang_pref=&iv_load_policy=1&loop=0&rel=0&fs=0&playsinline=1&autohide=2&theme=dark&color=red&controls=1&disablekb=0&\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusions\"><\/span><strong>Conclusions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Filing your ITR is not a nightmare. ITR can be filed by yourself quite easily if you have the proper documents. E-filing makes the whole process simpler and provides transparency and convenience.<\/p>\n<p>So, it is very important to file your ITR as it makes you eligible for refunds and other deductions. You may want to hire a professional if you\u2019re not savvy about procedures or if your income is convoluted. But with the right support and resources, preparing your own ITR can be an empowering and rewarding experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alert alert-warning\"><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong>\u00a0The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice, financial guidance, or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities. Readers should conduct their own research or consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 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