Taxpayers can now conveniently clear their dues using the ‘e-pay tax’ feature available on the Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal. This user-friendly option allows individuals to pay income tax through various methods such as net banking, debit card, over-the-counter payments, NEFT/RTGS, or payment gateways.

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Here’s a step-by-step guide to making payments through the e-pay tax feature:

  1. Visit the official income tax e-filing website and click on the ‘e-pay tax’ link available under Quick Links.
  2. Enter your PAN twice and your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
  3. Verify with a 6-digit OTP sent to your mobile phone to proceed.
  4. Your PAN and name will be shown in a redacted format for confirmation.
  5. Select the purpose of your payment: Income Tax, Demand Payment, Equalisation Levy/STT/CTT, or Fees/Other Payments.
  6. Choose the financial year and the relevant tax head from the dropdown menu.
  7. Enter the tax amount you wish to pay.
  8. Choose the payment mode and your bank.
  9. Review the preview page, which includes details like category, subcategory, financial year, and payment method.
  10. Click on ‘Pay Now’ to complete the transaction.
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This streamlined process helps taxpayers avoid delays and ensures secure, direct payments to the Income Tax Department.