Logging in and filing taxes have become easier. Taxpayers must now register with the IT department and file their income tax online. E-filing taxes is now mandatory, and taxpayers must be registered on the Income Tax Department's website for this purpose.
According to the Income Tax Department's e-filing website, the number of income tax e-filings in FY 2018-19 was 6.68 crore. This number grew by 15 percent to 8.45 crore as of March 31, 2019. This indicates that every year, numerous new taxpayers register on the Income Tax Portal and file their Income Tax Return.
Things you need to Register on Income Tax Portal
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory for Filing Tax Return)
- PAN Card
- Current Address
- Email Address
- Mobile Number
Before logging in to file your income tax returns (ITR) on the Income Tax Department Portal, you need to register yourself on the official website.
Step-by-Step Guide to Registering on the Income Tax Portal
Here are the steps to create an Income Tax Account on the incometax.gov.in site:
Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax Department Portal and click on the 'Register Yourself' option.
Step 2: Enter your PAN number and click on 'Validate'.
Step 3: Select 'Yes' and Click on the 'Continue' button.
Step 4: Enter your basic details such as your name, surname, date of birth, etc.
Step 5: Provide your Email ID, Mobile Number, complete postal address, and then click on 'Continue'.
Step 6: After filling out the Registration Form, you will need to verify the registration.
Step 7: Enter the 6-digit One Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number and email ID.
Step 8: Upon OTP verification, the registration process will be completed.
Step 9: Once verified, a new window will open for you to review and ensure all details are correct.
Step 10: Set up a password and a secure login message.
Step 11: Click on 'Register', and you'll receive an acknowledgment message confirming that your registration is successful.
How to Log In to the Income Tax Portal for E-Filing
Once an individual is successfully registered on the Income Tax Department Portal, they can use their Income tax login credentials to log in to the portal.
Here are the steps:
Step 1: Visit the official Income Tax Department Portal.
Step 2: Click on the 'Login Here' option on the homepage.
Step 3: You will be redirected to a new webpage where you need to fill in your User ID.
Step 4: Click on 'Continue', and then enter your password and confirm your secure access message.
How do I Activate my Income Tax Login?
To activate your Income Tax login, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the income tax e-filing portal.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Register’ tab.
Step 3: Choose the ‘Others’ option.
Step 4: Select ‘Tax Deductor and Collector’ from the dropdown menu under the ‘Category’ tab.
Step 5: Enter the TAN number and click on the ‘Validate’ tab.
Step 6: Choose the scenario as per your requirements.
Step 7: Click on the ‘Continue’ tab.
Step 8: Fill in all the required details.
Step 9: Enter the OTPs received on your registered Email ID and mobile number.
Step 10: Review all your details and confirm them.
Step 11: Set your password.
How to reset the password for income tax e-filing
To reset your password for income tax e-filing, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the income tax e-filing's home page and select the option to reset the password.
Step 2: Enter your PAN number.
Step 3: Choose one of the following methods to reset your password:
- Aadhaar OTP
- Upload DSC
- OTP
- Answer secret question
Step 4: Complete the chosen procedure to reset your password.
After completing the steps, your password will be successfully reset.
How can I change my name in Income Tax Portal?
To change your name in the Income Tax Portal, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the e-filing portal and log in using your user ID and password.
Step 2: Navigate to the "My Profile" option and click on it.
Step 3: Select the "Update my profile" option.
Step 4: Click on the "Edit" option next to your personal information.
Step 5: Update your name as required.
Step 6: Save the changes.
After completing these steps, your name will be updated in the Income Tax Portal.
How do I turn off secure Login in Income Tax Portal?
To turn off secure login on the e-filing portal, follow these steps:
Step 1: Log in to the e-filing portal.
Step 2: Under the 'Profile-setting' tab, select the 'e-filing vault – Higher Security' option.
Step 3: Deselect the previously chosen security option.
Step 4: Click on the 'Proceed' option.
Step 5: Select the 'Disable' option to confirm the action.
FAQs on Income Tax Login Portal
What is the username for income tax login?
Your PAN (Permanent Account Number) number serves as your username for income tax login.
After how many attempts will my income tax login get locked?
If there are five failed login attempts, the income tax login account will be locked. The account can be unlocked using the 'Unlock your account' option or it will automatically get unlocked after 30 minutes.
Can I e-verify ITR without logging in on income tax portal?
Yes, you can use the e-verify facility to verify your Income Tax Return (ITR) without logging in on the income tax portal.
Can I login to my income tax account without password?
You cannot login to your income tax account without a password. A password is necessary to access your account and ensure its security.
Can I login to my income tax account through net banking?
Yes, you can log in to your income tax account through net banking if your bank provides this facility. Many top banks in India offer this service to their customers.
Can I use my Aadhaar Card to login to my income tax account?
Yes, you can use your Aadhaar Card to login to your income tax account if it is linked to your PAN.