Filing your income tax return can be confusing—especially when selecting the correct ITR form. If you pick the wrong form, like choosing ITR-1 instead of ITR-3, your return could be marked as defective.
The tax department may ask you to fix the mistake. If you don’t correct it in time, your return could even be rejected.
Sometimes the error isn’t caught right away, but it may still lead to delays in processing, problems with refunds, or complications during future tax assessments.
You Can Revise Your Return
If you realize there’s a mistake after filing your return, don’t worry—you can file a revised return.
This allows you to correct details like your income, deductions, or even the form type. Just make sure to do it within the allowed time frame.
How Often Can You Revise?
There’s no fixed limit. You can revise your return as many times as needed, as long as you do it before the deadline. Each revised return will replace the previous one.
What Is the Deadline?
For the current assessment year, you can file a revised return until December 31. However, the government may extend the deadline, so it’s a good idea to keep an eye on any updates.
How to File a Revised Return
Log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal.
Choose the option to file a revised return.
Enter the acknowledgement number and filing date of your original return.
Select the correct ITR form and update the information.
Submit and validate your revised return.
Final Tip: Review Carefully
Mistakes in tax returns are common, but the law allows you to correct them.
Always double-check your information before submitting any revised return. Making sure everything is accurate helps avoid delays and trouble later.