I just finished filing my Income Tax Return, but I find logging in every time a bit tedious. Can I directly e-verify my ITR using Aadhaar OTP without going through the login process?
When you say logging in feels tedious, I completely get that it’s one extra step after the relief of filing your return. The good news is that yes, you can e-verify your Income Tax Return (ITR) directly using Aadhaar OTP without logging in. Here’s how it works:
Simple steps:
1. After submitting your ITR, go to the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.
2. Choose the option “e-Verify Return” without logging in.
3. Enter your PAN, Assessment Year, and other basic details.
4. Select Aadhaar OTP as your verification method.
5. You’ll get a 6-digit OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number—just enter it on the portal.
6. Once verified, you’ll see a confirmation message and an acknowledgment will be sent to your email.
Why this helps:
• No need to remember passwords or juggle credentials.
• Verification is instant, unlike the old method of sending ITR-V by post.
• Works smoothly as long as your Aadhaar is linked with PAN and mobile number is active.