How to Download ITR-V Acknowledgement: A Step-by-Step Guide

Once you’ve filed your Income Tax Return (ITR) online, you’ll need to acknowledge the submission. After successfully submitting your ITR, the Income Tax Department generates an ITR-V (Income Tax Return Verification) acknowledgment. This document is crucial, especially if you opt to e-file your return without using Aadhaar OTP or Electronic Verification Code (EVC).

Here’s a detailed guide on how to download your ITR-V acknowledgment and what to do with it.

What is ITR-V?

The ITR-V (Income Tax Return Verification) is an acknowledgment form that the Income Tax Department generates after your return is submitted. The form contains a unique acknowledgment number and is proof that you’ve filed your tax return.

When do you need the ITR-V?

1. For E-filers without Aadhaar OTP: If you are filing your return online but not using Aadhaar OTP or EVC to verify the return, you need to download and print the ITR-V.

2. For Non-Aadhaar Verification: If you are submitting a return using a different method, such as EVC through net banking, the ITR-V will still be generated.

3. For paper filing: If you choose to file a return manually, an ITR-V is generated after submission for verification purposes.

Steps to Download the ITR-V Acknowledgement

Step 1: Log in to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal

• Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal.

• Log in with your PAN and password (if you don’t have an account, you will need to register first).

Step 2: Go to ‘View Filed Returns’ Section

Once you log in:

1. After logging in, navigate to the ‘e-File’ section in the top menu.

2. Under ‘e-File’, click on ‘View Filed Returns’.

This will open a list of all returns you have filed.

Step 3: Select the Relevant Assessment Year

• From the list of returns, choose the Assessment Year (AY) for which you want to download the ITR-V.

• You will see the status of your return (whether it is accepted, rejected, or still pending).

Step 4: Download ITR-V

• If the return status is ‘Filed Successfully’, click on the link that says ‘ITR-V/Acknowledgement’ or ‘Download ITR-V’.

• A PDF of the ITR-V Acknowledgment will be generated and available for download.

What to Do After Downloading the ITR-V?

Once you have downloaded the ITR-V acknowledgment, you will need to verify your return. Here’s what you can do:

Option 1: E-Verification (If you filed online)

• If you didn’t use Aadhaar OTP or EVC, you must e-verify the ITR-V form.

• To do this, you can use Aadhaar OTP, EVC through Net Banking, or any other method that the portal offers.

• If you choose the Net Banking EVC method, the system will guide you through the process.

Option 2: Physical Submission (If not E-Verified)

If you haven’t e-verified your return or opted for e-verification methods, you will need to print the ITR-V form, sign it, and send it physically to the Centralized Processing Center (CPC) in Bangalore.

• Address to send ITR-V:

  • Income Tax Department,

  • Centralized Processing Center (CPC),

  • Post Bag No. 1, Electronic City Post Office,

  • Bangalore – 560 100.

Make sure to send the signed copy within 120 days from the date of filing the return. Failure to do so will make your return invalid, and you may need to file it again.

Things to Remember

1. Deadline for Submission: The signed ITR-V must be sent within 120 days from the date of e-filing.

2. No Need to Send If E-Verified: If you have successfully e-verified your ITR using Aadhaar OTP, EVC, or any other electronic mode, you don’t need to send the physical copy of the ITR-V.

3. Print the Acknowledgment: After downloading the ITR-V, make sure to keep a printout of the acknowledgment for your records.

Common Issues While Downloading ITR-V

1. Status Not Updated: Sometimes, the status of your return might not show up immediately on the portal. If this happens, check back after a few hours or the next day.

2. No Option to Download ITR-V: If you don’t see the option to download the ITR-V, it may be because the return has not been processed yet. Wait for the processing to complete, and then try again.

3. Incorrect Form Filed: If you filed the wrong form (for example, you filed ITR-1 but should have filed ITR-2), the system will not allow you to download the ITR-V. In this case, file a revised return.

Conclusion

Downloading the ITR-V acknowledgment is a crucial step in the e-filing process, as it confirms that your income tax return has been received and processed by the Income Tax Department. Ensure that you follow the correct procedure for verification, either electronically or by physical submission, to complete the filing process.

By adhering to these steps, you can be sure that your return is fully processed, verified, and accepted by the Income Tax Department. If you encounter any difficulties in the process, consulting a tax professional can help ensure your returns are filed accurately and on time.