Documents required for ITR filing: 10 documents you need to file income tax return
Here is the list of documents that you must collect and keep handy when starting the process of ITR filing.
1. PAN and Aadhaar
PAN is an important document when filing an income tax return. To login or register on the income tax e-filing portal, taxpayers must mention their PAN or Aadhaar. Any tax deducted or collected from the taxpayer during the year is deposited on the basis of PAN. Correct PAN must be mentioned in the ITR form while filing the tax return. When the ITR form is filed online via one's account on the e-filing website, the PAN will automatically reflect in the form.
Apart from PAN, taxpayers must also mention their Aadhaar number in the ITR form. This is mandatory. Usually, Aadhaar number automatically reflects in the ITR form if PAN is linked to it. However, it is recommended that the ITR filer checks that the correct number has been quoted.
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An individual can file ITR if PAN is not linked with Aadhaar. However, the access to income tax e-filing portal will be limited, according to income tax portal.
2. Form-16 from your employer
Form 16 is an important document for salaried individuals to file their ITR. It is a TDS certificate issued to employees by employers. It provides information about the total tax deducted from the employee's salary and deposited against his/her PAN during the financial year, the total salary income paid, and the deductions and exemptions claimed by the employee as per the chosen tax regime. Employers have
