Many times it also happens that while filing ITR, some wrong detail gets entered from us. In such a situation, there may be a delay in getting your return or your return may get stuck. However, if you have also entered any wrong details while filing ITR, then there is no need to panic. You can also correct it by following some easy process
The process of ITR filing has started. The last date to file it is 31 July 2023. That is, now you have only 10 days left to file it. However, many times it also happens that while filing ITR, some wrong detail gets entered from us. In such a situation, there may be a delay in getting your return or your return may get stuck. However, if you have also entered any wrong details while filing ITR, then there is no need to panic. You can also correct it by following some easy process.
What do experts say
Avinash Shekhar, Founder and CEO, Taxnodes said, “If someone has unknowingly entered wrong bank account details in his income tax return form, it is extremely important to rectify the same. This is also necessary so that the refund can be credited to your correct account. On the other hand, according to the platform providing tax-related services, the ITR form detail update facility under the e-filing portal allows taxpayers to make changes in bank account, address, mobile number and e-mail ID.
This is how you can update
To update your details, first you have to login to www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/. On the right side of the page, you have to go to the tab of My Account. After this you have to go to the option of service request. In this, you have to select New Request in Request Type. Then you have to select the option of Update ITR Form. After this you have to click on submit. Then the option of ITR form detail change will appear on the new screen. Here you will see your PAN. Here taxpayers have to enter the acknowledgment number of ITR.
Further process
In its next screen, you will see the option of bank account detail change, address detail change, e-mail ID / mobile number change. Here you have to select your option and enter all the details and submit the request.
