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AY 2026-27 • FY 2025-26
File Your Income Tax Return Online
Everything you need to file your ITR for AY 2026-27 — direct links to the official e-Filing portal, step-by-step filing guide, due dates, and quick links to top tax filing platforms.
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Direct Links to e-Filing Portal
Access key services on the Income Tax e-Filing portal directly.
Key Dates
ITR Filing Due Dates for AY 2026-27
| Category | Due Date | ITR Forms |
|---|---|---|
| Individuals / HUF (non-audit) | 31st July 2026 | ITR-1, ITR-2 |
| Business (audit required) | 31st October 2026 | ITR-3, ITR-4 |
| Transfer pricing (TP) cases | 30th November 2026 | ITR-3 |
| Revised / belated return | 31st December 2026 | All applicable forms |
Late filing incurs penalty u/s 234F: ₹1,000 if income ≤ ₹5 lakh, ₹5,000 otherwise. Interest u/s 234A also applies.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to File ITR Online (AY 2026-27)
Follow these steps to file your income tax return on the official e-Filing portal.
Select ITR Form
Go to e-File → Income Tax Returns → File ITR. Choose AY 2026-27 and the correct ITR form. Use our ITR Helper if unsure.
Download Prefilled Data
Click "Pre-fill" to auto-populate your return with data from Form 26AS, AIS and TIS. Review every field.
Enter Income & Deductions
Fill in salary, house property, capital gains, other income and all deductions. Use our calculator to verify.
Verify & Submit
Review the tax computation, confirm details and click "Submit". Pay any outstanding self-assessment tax via e-Pay Tax.
e-Verify Your Return
e-Verify within 30 days using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, bank account EVC or DSC. Without verification, ITR is not processed.
Checklist
Documents Needed for ITR Filing
Form 16 / 16A
Salary TDS certificate from employer. Non-salary TDS certificates from banks and others.
Form 26AS & AIS
Annual tax statement and Annual Information Statement — available on the e-Filing portal.
Home Loan Certificate
Interest and principal repayment certificate from your bank if claiming Section 24(b) or 80C.
Investment Proofs
PPF, ELSS, LIC, NPS statements, tuition fee receipts and other deduction proofs for 80C/80D.
Rent Receipts
Rent receipts or rental agreement for HRA claims. Landlord PAN if rent > ₹1 lakh/year.
Bank Statements
Savings account interest, FD interest, dividend income details for accurate reporting.
Alternatives
File ITR via Third-Party Platforms
These platforms offer guided ITR filing, CA assistance and faster processing. Use our comparison page for details.
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ClearTax
India's most popular tax filing platform. Free for ITR-1, paid plans for other forms.
⭐myITreturn
Simple ITR filing with CA assistance. Good for salaried individuals.
⭐Tax2Win
DIY filing and CA-assisted plans. Supports all ITR forms.
⭐Quicko
Freelancer and trader-friendly. Capital gains support with broker import.
FAQs
ITR Filing — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to file ITR for AY 2026-27?
31st July 2026 for individuals and HUFs not subject to audit. 31st October 2026 for audit cases. Belated return can be filed by 31st December 2026 with late fees.
Which ITR form should salaried individuals file?
Most salaried individuals file ITR-1 (Sahaj) if income is under ₹50 lakh from salary, one house property and other sources. Use our ITR Helper tool for guidance.
How to e-verify ITR after filing?
e-Verify within 30 days via Aadhaar OTP (most common), net banking, bank EVC, demat EVC or DSC. Without e-verification, your return is treated as not filed.
What happens if I miss the ITR filing deadline?
Late filing attracts penalty u/s 234F (₹1,000 to ₹5,000) and interest u/s 234A on outstanding tax. You also cannot carry forward certain losses and may lose some deductions.
Can I file ITR without Form 16?
Yes. Form 16 is a TDS certificate, not a mandatory document. You can file using salary slips, Form 26AS, AIS and bank statements.