AY 2026-27 Salary Tax Filing Guide

How to File ITR for Salaried Employees – Step-by-Step Guide

Learn the complete process of filing Income Tax Return for salaried employees using Form 16, AIS, Form 26AS, deductions and tax regime selection.

File ITR Online @ ₹118

Why Should Salaried Employees File ITR?

Filing Income Tax Return helps claim refunds, maintain proof of income and comply with tax laws.

  • Claim TDS refunds
  • Income proof for loans
  • Visa applications
  • Avoid future notices
  • Maintain tax compliance
Even if TDS is deducted by your employer, filing ITR is often beneficial.

Documents Required

  • PAN Card
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Form 16
  • Salary Slips
  • AIS
  • Form 26AS
  • Bank Details
  • Investment Proofs

Step-by-Step Process to File ITR

Step Action
1 Collect Form 16, PAN, Aadhaar, Bank Details and Investment Proofs
2 Login to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal using your PAN/Aadhaar and Password
3 Go to "e-File → Income Tax Returns → View Form 26AS" and verify TDS, tax payments and other credits
4 Go to "Services → Annual Information Statement (AIS)" and verify salary, bank interest, dividend and other income details
5 Compare Form 16, AIS and Form 26AS with your actual income records
6 Verify Salary Income, Other Income and TDS Details before filing the return
7 Click "e-File → Income Tax Returns → File Income Tax Return" and select the relevant Assessment Year
8 Verify and Update Address, Email ID, Mobile Number and Bank Account Details
9 Select Old Tax Regime or New Tax Regime as applicable
10 Claim Eligible Deductions under Sections 80C, 80D, 80CCD(1B), 24(b) and others
11 Calculate Tax Liability, Refund or Additional Tax Payable
12 Review the Return Carefully and Submit the ITR
13 Complete E-Verification using Aadhaar OTP, Net Banking, Demat Account or Bank Account
14 Download and Save the ITR-V Acknowledgement for Future Reference

Need Help Filing Your Salary ITR?

Expert assisted ITR filing with AIS and Form 26AS verification.

File ITR Online @ ₹118