Comparison Guide
Compare the top income tax filing platforms in India. Features, pricing, supported ITR forms and direct links to file your return for AY 2026-27.
Official
Free for all ITR forms. Official government portal for filing income tax returns. No charges, direct submission to the Income Tax Department.
Comparison
| Platform | ITR-1 Price | CA Assisted | Capital Gains | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ClearTax | Free | Yes (paid) | Yes | Most popular, auto-import Form 16 |
| myITreturn | ₹499+ | Yes | Yes | Simple interface, good for beginners |
| Tax2Win | ₹499+ | Yes | Yes | CA-assisted plans, refund tracking |
| Quicko | Free (basic) | Yes (paid) | Yes (broker import) | Best for traders, F&O, crypto |
| Zoho Income Tax | Free | No | Limited | Clean interface, part of Zoho suite |
| TaxBuddy | ₹799+ | Yes | Yes | CA marketplace, NRI support |
Prices are approximate and may vary. Always check the platform's current pricing before proceeding.
Platform Details
India's most used tax filing platform with over 6 million returns filed. Free ITR-1 filing, Form 16 auto-import, CA-assisted plans for complex returns. Also offers GST filing, TDS and business compliance.
Simple step-by-step ITR filing with plain-language guidance. CA review available on all plans. Good for first-time filers and salaried individuals with standard deductions.
DIY and CA-assisted filing plans. Automatic regime comparison, capital gains support, refund tracking and audit support. Partners with CAs for complex returns.
Excellent for stock traders, F&O, intraday and crypto. Direct broker statement import from Zerodha, Groww, Angel One. Free basic filing, paid plans for capital gains and business income.
Free ITR filing from the Zoho ecosystem. Clean, modern interface. Best for individuals already using Zoho products. Limited support for complex returns.
CA marketplace connecting you with verified CAs. Strong NRI taxation support, DTAA claims and cross-border income handling. Paid plans only.
FAQs
The official e-Filing portal is completely free for all forms. Among third-party apps, ClearTax and Zoho offer free ITR-1 filing. Quicko offers free basic filing as well.
Yes, major platforms like ClearTax, Tax2Win and Quicko are authorized ERI (Electronic Return Intermediaries) registered with the Income Tax Department. Your data is encrypted and securely transmitted.
Yes. Even if you file through a third-party platform, e-verification is mandatory within 30 days. Most apps provide an option to e-verify directly through their interface.