To successfully e-file your Income Tax Returns, you need to complete the registration and log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal. By following the income tax login process, you can access the portal and various tax-related services.
The information provided below will help you navigate through the process of logging into the income tax e-filing site.
Requirements for Registering on the Income Tax Portal
To register on the website, you will need:
- A valid email address
- An active mobile number
- PAN card details
Steps to Register on the Income Tax Portal
Follow the steps below to register on the official portal of the IT Department:
Step 1: Go to the official e-filing portal of the Income Tax Department and click "Register Yourself" on the homepage.
Step 2: Upon clicking "Register Yourself," you will be directed to a page where you need to select your user type.
Step 3: Provide your basic details.
Step 4: Complete the registration form by filling in the required details, including: - Password setup, Contact information, Current address, Security question.
After entering all details correctly, click "Submit."
Step 5: Verification: Once the form is submitted, you will receive a 6-digit OTP on your registered mobile number and email. Enter the OTP correctly to verify your details. If you are a non-resident, the OTP will be sent to your registered email only. The OTP remains valid for 24 hours. If registration isn't completed within this timeframe, you must restart the entire process.
Logging into the Income Tax Portal for E-Filing
Step 1: Visit the government portal's homepage to access the income tax login page. You will find a "Login" button on the top-right corner for registered users.
Step 2: Click the button to proceed to the login screen. Enter your income tax login user ID, which is your PAN card number.
Step 3: Verify your secure access message, input your password, and click "Skip" to access the dashboard.
Logging in via Net Banking
Taxpayers can log into the Income Tax e-filing portal using the Internet banking service of major Indian banks, provided their PAN details are updated with the bank.
Step 1: Go to the e-filing login page through your bank's Internet banking portal. A list of eligible banks is available in this guide.
Step 2: Click your bank's name to be redirected to its Internet banking login page.
Step 3: Log in using your Net Banking credentials to gain access to the e-filing services. Ensure your PAN details are updated with your bank; otherwise, net banking login will not work.
How to Reset Your Income Tax Login Password?
If you forget your Income Tax e-filing password, follow these steps to reset it:
Step 1: Go to the Income Tax e-filing website homepage and click the "Reset" button in the top right corner.
Step 2: On the next screen, enter your e-filing portal User ID (your PAN). Enter the captcha code and click "Continue."
Step 3: Choose one of the following methods to reset your password:
- Answer security question
- Upload Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- OTP via registered mobile/email
- Aadhaar OTP
Step 4: Enter the OTP or upload the required document to reset your password successfully.