Gather Necessary Documents: Collect your Form 16 from your employer, salary slips, bank statements, PAN card, Aadhaar card, and details of any other income or deductions.

Register or Log in to the Income Tax Portal: Visit the official e-filing website of the Income Tax Department (https://www.incometax.gov.in). Register as a new user or log in using your existing credentials.

Download the Correct ITR Form: For salaried individuals, typically ITR-1 (SAHAJ) is applicable. Select and download the latest version of the form.

Fill in Personal and Income Details: Enter your personal details, such as name, PAN, Aadhaar, and residential address. Input your income details from Form 16, including salary, allowances, and deductions.

Claim Deductions and Exemptions: Utilize sections like 80C (investments), 80D (health insurance), and others to reduce taxable income.

Verify Tax Details and Calculate Tax Liability: Ensure all income and deductions are accurately entered. The system will automatically compute your tax liability or refund due.

Upload Necessary Documents: Attach scanned copies of relevant documents if required (e.g., Form 16), especially if filing offline or for verification purposes.

Validate and Submit the ITR: Review all entered information thoroughly. Submit your ITR online through the portal.

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

Keep Acknowledgment for Records: After successful submission and verification, save or print the acknowledgment receipt for future reference.