Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) is just half the job done — you must verify it within 30 days (from AY 2024-25 onwards). Without verification, your ITR will be considered invalid by the Income Tax Department.

The easiest and fastest way to verify your ITR? 👉 Using Aadhaar OTP!
This method takes less than 2 minutes and requires no physical paperwork.

📲 Why Verify ITR via Aadhaar OTP?

✅ No need to send ITR-V to CPC Bengaluru
✅ Instant e-verification
✅ Works 24x7 from your mobile or computer
✅ Safe, secure & officially approved by the IT Department

🧠 Prerequisites to Use Aadhaar OTP for ITR Verification

Before you begin, ensure:

• Your Aadhaar is linked to your PAN

• Your mobile number is linked with Aadhaar and is active

• You have access to the e-Filing portal (https://www.incometax.gov.in)

✅ Step-by-Step Guide to Verify ITR via Aadhaar OTP

Step 1: Visit the e-Filing Portal

Go to 👉 https://www.incometax.gov.in

Step 2: Log In

Use your PAN as user ID and login with your password.

Step 3: Go to 'e-Verify Return'

Under the dashboard or the 'e-File' tab, click on 'Income Tax Returns' > 'e-Verify Return'.

Step 4: Choose ITR to Verify

A list of filed ITRs will appear. Click ‘e-Verify’ next to the unverified return.

Step 5: Select Aadhaar OTP Option

Choose the option:
👉 "I would like to verify using OTP on mobile number registered with Aadhaar"

Step 6: Receive & Enter OTP

You'll receive a 6-digit OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile.
Enter the OTP and click ‘Submit’.

✅ Done! Your ITR is now verified.

You’ll see a success message and can also download the Acknowledgment (ITR-V) for records.

🗓️ What Happens If You Don’t Verify?

If your ITR is not verified within 30 days, it will be treated as not filed. That means:

• The return becomes invalid

• Penalties may apply

• You may miss refunds

• You’ll lose legal protection under ITR filing

🧩 Other Ways to e-Verify (Besides Aadhaar OTP)

If Aadhaar OTP doesn’t work, you can use:

• Net banking

• Demat account

• Bank ATM

• Digital signature certificate (DSC)

• Sending physical ITR-V to CPC, Bengaluru (last resort)

📌 Final Thoughts

Verifying your ITR is mandatory, and using Aadhaar OTP is the quickest and most convenient method available today.