Gather Required Documents: Collect all necessary documents such as Form 16, Form 26AS, salary slips, bank statements, investment proofs, and details of other income sources.

Register on the Income Tax Portal: Create an account or log in to the official Income Tax Department e-filing portal at https://www.incometax.gov.in.

Select the Appropriate ITR Form: For salaried individuals, ITR-1 (SAHAJ) is usually applicable. Verify if another form is required based on additional income sources.

Download Pre-filled Data: Use the portal’s ‘Prepare and Submit ITR’ option to auto-populate your details from Form 26AS and other sources.

Fill in the ITR Form: Enter or verify your personal information, income details, deductions, and tax payments, ensuring consistency with your documents.

Claim Deductions & Exemptions: Input eligible deductions such as under Sections 80C, 80D, etc., to lower your taxable income.

Calculate Tax Liability: The portal will automatically compute your payable tax or refund based on the entered data.

Verify and Cross-check Data: Review all information for accuracy before proceeding to submission.

E-file the Return: Submit your ITR directly through the portal, or upload a signed XML file if filing offline.

E-Verify Your Return: Complete the verification via Aadhaar OTP, net banking, or by sending a physically signed ITR-V form to CPC Bangalore within 120 days.