How to File ITR Using ClearTax — Step-by-Step 2025

What is ClearTax?

ClearTax (cleartax.in) is a third-party tax filing platform that simplifies the IT portal process. It reads your Form-16 automatically, guides you through each section, and submits your return directly to the IT Department on your behalf. Basic filing is free for most users.

When to use ClearTax (vs filing directly)

Step-by-step: Filing with ClearTax

1. 1

   Go to cleartax.in and create an account

   Use your email and phone number. No PAN required to sign up.

2. 2

   Start a new return and select the financial year

   Choose FY 2025-26 (income earned April 2025 – March 2026). ClearTax will ask for your PAN to fetch pre-filled data.

3. 3

   Upload your Form-16

   ClearTax reads Form-16 automatically. Salary, TDS, and 80C details are extracted instantly. Review everything.

4. 4

   Add capital gains if any

   If you sold stocks or mutual funds, enter the amounts from your broker P&L. Use the numbers from your MyTax summary.

5. 5

   Enter other income and deductions

   FD interest, rental income, 80D insurance, home loan interest, NPS etc. ClearTax guides you through each section.

6. 6

   Review the tax computation

   ClearTax shows your tax due or refund. Compare with your MyTax estimate. If different, check what's different.

7. 7

   Submit to the IT Department

   ClearTax submits your ITR directly to incometax.gov.in. You'll receive an acknowledgement number.

8. 8

   E-verify your return

   ClearTax redirects you to verify. Use Aadhaar OTP — it's instant. The return is not filed until verified.

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