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e-verifying your ITR through Aadhaar OTP is one of the most convenient options.
Your PAN and mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar number.
Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) is only half the job done. To complete the process, the Income Tax Department requires you to verify your ITR and without it, your return won’t be processed. Among the easiest and fastest ways to do this is by using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number to generate an OTP. Here’s a detailed guide on how to e-verify your ITR through Aadhaar OTP.
What Is e-Verification?
e-Verification is the process of validating your ITR after it has been submitted. The Income Tax Department allows multiple modes for this, including net banking, bank account verification, Demat account and Aadhaar OTP. e-verifying through Aadhaar OTP is one of the most convenient options, provided your Aadhaar is linked to your PAN and your mobile number is active to receive the OTP.
Eligibility Checklist Before You Begin
Before you proceed with Aadhaar OTP verification, make sure:
Your PAN is linked to your Aadhaar.
Your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar and is active.
Your Aadhaar details match those in the Income Tax Department’s records.
If any of these conditions are not met, the Aadhaar OTP option will not work, and you’ll need to choose a different method.
Step-by-Step: How To E-Verify ITR Using Aadhaar OTP
Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal
Login using your PAN and password.
On the dashboard, go to ‘e-File’ > ‘Income Tax Returns’ > ‘e-Verify ITR through Aadhar Return’.
Select the return you want to verify.
Choose “Verify using OTP on mobile number registered with Aadhaar” as your preferred verification option.
Click on “I agree to validate my Aadhaar Details” and generate Aadhar OTP for ITR (this OTP will be valid for 15 minutes only).
Enter the 6-digit OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Click ‘Submit’ to complete the process.
Once submitted successfully, you’ll see a confirmation message and your ITR will be officially verified.
Why It Matters
Verifying your ITR is mandatory under Indian tax laws. Failing to do so within 30 days of filing can make your return invalid. Aadhaar OTP verification is free, quick and paperless, making it the go-to method for salaried individuals, freelancers and even small business owners.
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