ITR (Income Tax Return) filing in India refers to the process of submitting your income details and tax liability to the *Income Tax Department*. It is mandatory for eligible individuals and entities to file their ITR annually. Here are the steps to e-file your ITR online:

1. Login:

– Visit the official *Income Tax e-filing website*¹.
– Click on *’Login’*.
– Enter your *PAN* in the *User ID* section.
– Click on *’Continue’*.

2. File Income Tax Return:

– Click on the *’e-File’* tab.
– Select *’Income Tax Returns’*.
– Choose the relevant *Assessment Year* (AY 2024-25).
– Select your *Status* (individual, HUF, etc.).
– Choose the appropriate *ITR Type* (e.g., ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3, ITR-4, ITR-5, or ITR-6).
– Specify the reason for filing ITR (e.g., income, capital gains, etc.).

3. Validate Pre-filled Information:

– The portal may pre-fill certain details based on your PAN and other information.
– Review and validate the pre-filled information.
– Make any necessary corrections.

4. E-Verify ITR:

– After successfully submitting your ITR, you can choose to *e-verify* it using methods like *Aadhaar OTP, **net banking, or **EVC (Electronic Verification Code)*.

Remember to keep all relevant documents (such as Form 16, investment proofs, etc.) handy while filing your ITR. If you need further assistance, you can explore the official e-filing portal or consult a tax professional.