Downloading ITR XML File from Income Tax e-Filing Website

Purpose of ITR XML File The ITR XML file is used for viewing ITR details, revising filed ITRs, and checking tax calculations. Steps to Download ITR XML File Access e-Filing Portal Visit the Income Tax e-Filing portal. Log in using your valid credentials. Navigate to Filed Returns Go to "My Account" and select "View e-Filed Returns/Forms." This option is located next to the Dashboard.

Select Return Type Choose "Income Tax Returns" from the drop-down list. Click on "Submit." Choose Assessment Year Find the specific assessment year (AY) for which you need the XML file. Click on the acknowledgment number to view the status of your Income Tax Return.

Download XML File Against the desired AY, click on the "XML" link. The XML file will be downloaded to your device. Using the ITR XML File View ITR Details Open the downloaded XML file using ITR Utilities provided by the Income Tax Department to review the filed return details. Revise ITR Filing Utilize the XML file as a reference when revising your filed ITR.

Check Tax Calculations Verify the tax calculations of your reported income using the details in the XML file. By following these steps, taxpayers can easily access their ITR XML files for review, revisions, and verification of tax calculations.