E-verification on Income Tax Portal

Method 1: e-Verification Through Aadhaar OTP

• Log in to your Income Tax e-filing account.
• Under the ‘e-file’ tab > select ‘Income Tax Returns’ > then ‘e-Verify Return’.
• If you do not have Aadhaar OTP available with you: Select the option ‘I would like to verify using OTP on mobile number registered with Aadhaar'.
• If you already have the Aadhaar OTP with you: Refer to ‘method 2’
  Note: For e-verification of your ITR through Aadhaar, ensure that your mobile number is linked to Aadhaar. Also, ensure that your PAN is linked with your Aadhaar number.
• You will see a pop-up window on your screen. Tick the checkbox stating 'I agree to validate my Aadhaar details' and then click on 'Generate Aadhaar OTP'.
• Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your registered mobile number and click on the ‘Validate’ button. On successful submission, your ITR will be verified.
  Note: OTP will be valid only for 15 minutes.

Method 2: e-Verification Through Aadhaar OTP Already Available

• If you already have Aadhaar OTP available with you: Select ‘I already have an OTP on Mobile number registered with Aadhaar’.
• Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Continue’.