Registration Guide

How to Register on Income Tax Portal

Complete step-by-step guide for first-time taxpayers, delivery partners, freelancers and salaried employees.

⏱ 5–10 Minutes 📅 Updated July 2026 🆓 Free Registration
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🌐 Visit Portal 🪪 PAN Details 📱 Verify OTP 🔐 Create Password ✅ Registration Complete

What You'll Need

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PAN Card

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Mobile Number

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Email Address

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Date of Birth

Why Do You Need an Income Tax Account?

✓ File Income Tax Returns (ITR)
✓ Claim TDS Refunds
✓ Access AIS
✓ Access Form 26AS
✓ Track Refund Status

Who Needs to Register?

🚴 Delivery Partners

Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Zepto and other gig workers claiming TDS refunds.

💼 Salaried Employees

Individuals filing Income Tax Returns or claiming refunds.

💻 Freelancers

Professionals earning income from freelance work and consulting.

🏢 Business Owners

Individuals running businesses and managing tax compliance.

STEP 1

Visit the Income Tax Portal & Start Registration

Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing Portal and click Register to begin the registration process. If you're a first-time user, you'll need your PAN card, mobile number and email address ready.

🚀 Register on Income Tax Portal
Income Tax Portal Homepage Income Tax Registration Page
STEP 3

Select Taxpayer Type & Enter PAN

Select Individual as your taxpayer category and enter your PAN number. The Income Tax Portal will validate your PAN details before proceeding.

Select Taxpayer Type Enter PAN Details
STEP 4

Provide Personal Information

Enter your personal information including mobile number, email address, date of birth and other required details. Ensure all information matches your PAN records.

Personal Details Contact Details Additional Information
STEP 5

Verify Mobile Number & Email

The portal will send OTPs to your registered mobile number and email address. Enter the OTPs correctly to verify your contact information.

Mobile OTP Verification Email OTP Verification
STEP 6

Create Password & Complete Registration

Create a strong password for your Income Tax account and complete the registration process. Keep your login details secure for future use.

Create Password Password Setup

🎉 Registration Successful!

Your Income Tax e-Filing account is now ready. Here are the recommended next steps:

✓ Login to your Income Tax Account
✓ Complete your profile details
✓ Download AIS
✓ Download Form 26AS
✓ Keep PAN and password secure
✓ Start your ITR filing process

Common Issues & Solutions

Not Receiving OTP?

Wait a few minutes and try Resend OTP.

PAN Already Registered?

Use the Forgot Password option.

Email Verification Failed?

Check your spam folder and try again.

Registration Complete?

Now you're ready to file your ITR and claim your refund.

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