E-verification is the final step in the ITR filing process. It confirms that the taxpayer has filed the return, making it valid. Once e-verified, only then the income tax department processes the tax return in batches. You must e-verify your ITR within 30 days of filing. If not, the ITR will be considered invalid.


Steps to e-verify your tax return 


  1. Navigate to File > E-verifyNavigate to File > E-verify 

  2. Choose your preferred method for e-verifying — Aadhaar OTP or ITD registered mobile numberChoose your preferred method for e-verifying — Aadhaar OTP or ITD registered mobile number

  3. Enter the OTP sent to the Aadhaar registered mobile number and proceedEnter the OTP sent to the Aadhaar registered mobile number and proceed

  4. Your ITR will be successfully e-verifiedYour ITR will be successfully e-verified


Once e-verified, you can track the status of your ITR using this tool.


If you still have any further queries, you can raise a ticket to get in touch with us.