Itr filing 2025: only 3 days left! Step-by-step online guide
The last date to file income tax returns (itr) for fy 2024-25 (assessment year 2025-26) is 15 september 2025. With just three days remaining, taxpayers must act quickly to avoid penalties and interest. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to file your itr online efficiently.📝 1. Gather necessary documentsBefore starting, ensure you have the following:Pan card and aadhaar numberForm 16 (for salaried employees)Bank statements for interest incomeInvestment proofs for tax deductions (80c, 80d, etc.)Details of other income like freelance or rental incomeHaving all documents ready prevents last-minute delays.💻 2. Login to the income tax portalVisit the official income tax e-filing website: https://www.incometax.gov.inLogin using your pan, password, and captcha codeIf you don’t have an account, register using your pan📄 3. Select the correct itr formItr-1 (sahaj) for salaried individuals with no business incomeItr-2 for individuals with income from capital gains, property, or foreign assetsItr-3/itr-4 for business owners and professionalsChoosing the correct form ensures accurate reporting and avoids rejections🔍 4. Fill in income and deduction detailsEnter salary, tds, and other income accuratelyClaim deductions under relevant sectionsReview pre-filled data to ensure correctnessAvoid rushing to minimize errors📲 5. Verify and submitAfter filling, validate all detailsSubmit your itr onlineE-verify immediately using aadhaar otp, net banking, or dscUnverified itrs are considered incomplete and may attract penalties✅ 6. Key takeawaysDon’t wait until the last hour; servers may slow down due to heavy trafficEnsure all documents and proofs are readyDouble-check pre-filled and entered dataE-verification is mandatory for the itr to be acceptedFiling your itr on time ensures compliance with tax laws, avoids penalties, and prevents future hassles. With this step-by-step guide, even last-minute taxpayers can complete the process smoothly.
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