Technology • 2024-01-12
How to File ITR Online in India: Step-by-Step Guide for Salaried
Complete guide to filing income tax return online in India for salaried employees using ITR-1.
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Who Must File ITR?
Income Tax Return filing is mandatory in India if:
- Your income exceeds the basic exemption limit (₹3 lakh under new regime, ₹2.5 lakh under old)
- You have deposits of ₹1 crore or more in bank accounts
- You have foreign income or assets
- You want to claim a refund
- You want to carry forward losses
Even if not mandatory, filing ITR is beneficial — it's your income proof for loans, visas, and financial transactions.
Which ITR Form to Use?
| Form | Who Should Use |
|---|---|
| ITR-1 (Sahaj) | Salaried with income up to ₹50 lakh, one house, interest income |
| ITR-2 | Salaried with capital gains, multiple properties, foreign assets |
| ITR-3 | Business or profession income along with salary |
| ITR-4 (Sugam) | Presumptive income scheme (44AD/44ADA/44AE) |
Documents Required
- Form 16 from employer (Part A and Part B)
- PAN card and Aadhaar
- Bank account statement / passbook
- Form 26AS (tax credit statement from IT portal)
- Investment proofs (80C, 80D, etc.)
- Bank interest certificate
Step-by-Step Filing Process (ITR-1)
- Register on incometax.gov.in using your PAN as user ID
- Go to e-File → File Income Tax Return
- Select Assessment Year (For income from April 2024–March 2025, select AY 2025-26)
- Choose ITR-1 for salaried income below ₹50 lakh
- Pre-filled data will auto-populate from Form 26AS and AIS
- Verify and edit salary, TDS, deductions
- Choose tax regime (Old or New) — compare before selecting
- Submit and e-Verify using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, or DSC
Important Dates
| Category | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Salaried individuals | 31st July of assessment year |
| Businesses requiring audit | 31st October |
| Belated return | 31st December (with penalty) |
Late Filing Penalty
- ₹1,000 if total income is up to ₹5 lakh
- ₹5,000 if total income exceeds ₹5 lakh
- Interest at 1% per month on outstanding tax (Section 234A)
After Filing
You will receive an ITR acknowledgement (ITR-V). E-verify within 30 days. If you claimed a refund, it typically arrives within 15–45 days.