Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) accurately is essential to stay compliant with Indian tax laws and avoid penalties. But what if you spot a mistake after you’ve submitted it? Whether it’s a wrong bank account number, omitted income, or a deduction error — don’t panic. The Income Tax Department of India offers a streamlined process to correct errors in your ITR, and we’re here to help you understand it, the easy way.
Don’t worry if you’ve made an error — you can correct it easily. And if you’d rather have a professional do it for you, Unlock Digi Services offers reliable ITR filing and correction help.
In this guide by Unlock Digi Services, we’ll walk you through how to correct errors in your ITR after filing, the types of mistakes you can fix, and the legal provisions that support this process.
1. Common Errors in ITR Filing
Before diving into the correction process, let’s look at common ITR mistakes:
- Incorrect personal details (PAN, name, Aadhaar number)
- Omission of income sources (salary, interest, capital gains)
- Wrong bank account or IFSC code
- Deductions not claimed under 80C, 80D, etc.
- Errors in TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) reporting
- Filing under the wrong ITR form
These common mistakes are exactly why it’s important to correct errors in your ITR before they result in processing delays or penalties.
2. What Is a Revised ITR?
If you’ve already submitted your return but later realize there’s a mistake, To correct errors in your ITR file a revised return under Section 139(5) of the Income Tax Act. This allows taxpayers to re-submit a corrected version of their ITR.
Who can file a revised ITR?
Anyone who has filed the original ITR on or before the due date can revise it. Even returns that have been e-verified and processed can be revised.
3. Deadline to File a Revised ITR
As per current rules, you can file a revised return up to December 31 of the relevant assessment year (unless extended by CBDT). For example, for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25), the deadline is December 31, 2025.
4. Step-by-Step Process to Correct Errors in Your ITR
Here’s how to correct errors in your ITR via the Income Tax Portal:
Step 1: Visit the Income Tax e-Filing Portal
Go to incometax.gov.in and log in using your PAN and password.
Step 2: Select ‘File Revised Return’
Under the “e-File” tab, choose ‘Income Tax Return’ and select “Revised Return” as the return filing type.
Step 3: Enter the Acknowledgement Number
You will need the acknowledgement number and date of filing of your original return.
Step 4: Make Corrections
Edit the necessary details – income, deductions, bank info, etc.
Step 5: Submit and E-Verify
Submit the revised return and complete e-verification via Aadhaar OTP, net banking, or other available options.
5. What If the Mistake Is on the Department’s End?
If the mistake is due to a clerical error by the Income Tax Department (e.g., wrong tax credit or mismatch in 26AS), you can file a Rectification Request under Section 154.
Steps to File Rectification Request:
- Log in to the income tax portal
- Go to ‘Services’ > ‘Rectification’
- Select the assessment year
- Choose the reason for rectification (e.g., TDS mismatch)
- Upload the corrected XML or JSON file (if required)
This option is useful when you don’t need to update your return but still need to correct errors in your ITR caused by department-side mismatches.
6. Key Points to Remember
- Revised ITR can be filed multiple times within the time limit.
- Always verify your revised return, or it won’t be processed.
- File rectification only if the error is in processing and not in filing.
- Revised returns replace the original ITR completely.
7. ITR Update vs Revised Return
The Finance Act 2022 introduced a new option: Updated ITR under Section 139(8A). It allows taxpayers to file an updated return within 24 months from the end of the relevant assessment year – useful for errors discovered much later.
If you’re unsure whether you qualify to file an Updated Return, you can use the eligibility tool for Updated ITR (ITR-U) provided by the Income Tax Department.”
Note: Updated returns come with additional tax liability and interest.
Unlock Digi Services helps you quickly correct errors in your ITR through expert assistance, whether it’s a revised return or ITR-U filing
Conclusion: Fixing ITR Errors Is Easy – When Done Right
Mistakes in your ITR don’t have to mean stress or penalties. Thanks to online filing and flexible laws like Section 139(5), correcting your tax return is now easier than ever. With Unlock Digi Services, you can avoid delays, missed deductions, or complications with a professionally guided ITR correction process.
Need help revising your ITR or filing a rectification request? Contact Unlock Digi Services today for fast, secure, and accurate income tax support!
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