How Can I Do E Filing Online?

Log in to Income Tax Department portal using PAN as user ID.
Select the relevant year and ITR form.
Manual filing is allowed for individuals over 80 years old.
Download necessary documents from the site or office.
Use user-friendly e-filing platforms such as ClearTax, Tax2Win, and H&R Block.
Sign up, fill the ITR form, validate details, generate XML file, upload, submit, and verify using DSC or EVC.

Gather all tax documents including mortgage statements, charitable contributions, income statements, etc.
Determine if you can be claimed as a dependent by your parents.
Choose an online tax filing software like TurboTax, H&R Block, or TaxAct.
Follow the software’s step-by-step process for accurate filing.
Double-check all information before e-filing to avoid errors and audits.
Consider software options that allow for direct import of tax data to streamline the process.

H&R Block’s free online version offers more features than TurboTax.
IRS provides free file services for simple returns under specific income levels.
State tax departments may also offer free digital filing options to explore.