- Access the income tax website http://www.incometax-india.gov.in/ and click on ‘File Returns Online’ and then ‘Income Tax Return'
- Download the preparation software for the relevant return form under ‘Downloads’. You can save the zipped file and extract the return file.
- Fill out all the particulars in the downloaded software and validate entries by clicking on ‘Validate’ on the last sheet. Access the ‘Generate XML’ link; save the generated XML file.
- Register on the IT Department website (mentioned above).
- Enter your PAN, name, father’s name, date of birth, e-mail address and contact number.
- You will receive an automated link on your registered e-mail ID. Click on it to activate your account.
- Your PAN is the user ID to access the link. Choose your password as per the specifications.
- Save the password for your future reference. In case of lost password, reset it with the help of your PAN and the secret question chosen during registration.
- If already registered, click on ‘Existing User’ login and keep your PAN and password handy.
- After logging into your account, select the relevant Assessment Year (2012-13) under the ‘Submit Return’ tab and upload the generated XML file (refer to Step 3)
- Acknowledgment in the form ITR-V is generated. The password to open it is your PAN followed by your date of birth. Save a copy.
- If your return was digitally signed, the process is over.
- If your return was not digitally signed then, Take a printout of the generated ITR-V.
- Sign it in blue ink in the space provided. Send the signed acknowledgment via post within 120 days to the IT Dept - CPC, P.B. No. - 1, Electronic City Post office, Bengaluru - 560100.
- Keep checking the receipt status on the site using the acknowledgment number on ITR-V.
- Once the ITR-V is received, check if the return has been processed by logging into your account.
This completes your return filing process....
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