Login User Manual (2024)

1.Overview

The Login service enables a registered user of the e-Filing portal to access the e-Filing portal and all the services provided within the portal. There are various methods to login to the e-Filing portal. All the login methods along with credentials to be entered are listed below:

Login Method	Credentials to be entered
Net Banking (e-Filing Vault Higher Security enabled)	User ID & Password + Net banking User ID and password for second factor authentication
Net Banking (e-Filing Vault Higher Security NOT enabled)	Net banking User ID and password
Bank/Demat Account EVC (e-Filing Vault Higher Security enabled)	User ID (PAN) & Password + Bank EVC for 2^nd factor authentication
DSC	User ID (PAN) & Password + DSC for 2^nd factor authentication
Login using User ID – for CA, TAN User, ERI, External Agency, ITDREIN user	User ID & Password

Note:The e-Filing Vault Higher Security options provide multi-factor authentication for login and password reset. The process to login when higher security options are chosen, is also provided in this user manual.

The new e-filing portal mandates twofactor authentication i.e. in addition to username and password, anotherauthentication throughOTPreceived on e-filing registered primary mobile number / email ID or Aadhaar linked mobile needs to be entered. In order to avoid any hassle for taxpayers, who may not have access to such mobile number/email, the twofactor authentication will be disabled during the initial period. During this period, taxpayers are requested to update their personal mobile number and email ID as primary mobile / email in their profile to ensure smooth login, once two-factor authentication is enabled.

2. Prerequisites for availing this service

General Prerequisites
- Registered user on the e-Filing portal.
- Valid User ID and Password of e-Filing portal.
Using Net Banking
- You should have linked your PAN with your bank account to login through Net Banking (only Individual users)and you should be registered on e-filing portal.
Using DSC
- Valid and active DSC and DSc should be registered on e-filing portal
- You should have installed emsigner and it should be running on the system.
- Plugged in DSC USB token in the machine.
- DSC procured from a Certifying Authority provider of India.
- DSC USB token should be a Class 2 or Class 3 certificate.

3. Step-by-Step Guide

Refer to the table below for the required method of login:

Login using e-Filing Password	Refer to section 3.1
Login using Aadhaar OTP (including the case where e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled)	Refer to section 3.2
Login using net banking (Including the case where e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled	Refer to section 3.3
Login using Bank Account / Demat Account EVC (when e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled)	Refer to section 3.4
Login using DSC (when e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled)	Refer to section 3.5
Login for other than taxpayers (CA, ERI, External Agency, TAN users, ITDREIN users)	Refer to section 3.6

3.1 Log in using e-Filing Password

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing Portal homepage and click Login.

Step 2: Enter your PAN in the Enter your User ID textboxand click Continue.

Step 3: Confirm your Secure Access Message. Enter your password and click Continue.

On successful validation, the e-Filing Dashboard is displayed.

For individual users, if PAN is not linked with the Aadhaar, you will see a pop-up message that your PAN is made inoperative as it is not linked with your Aadhaar.

To link the PAN with Aadhaar, click on Link Now button, else click Continue.

3.2 Log in using AadhaarOTP (including the case where e-Filing Vault Option is enabled)

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing portal homepage and click Login.

Step 2: Enter your PAN in the Enter your User ID textbox and click Continue.

Step 3: Confirm your Secure Access Message. Enter your password and click Continue.

3.3 Log in using Net Banking (including the case where e-Filing vault option is enabled)

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing portal homepage and click Login. In case of using Net Banking as a higher security option, enter your user ID, password and click Through Net Bankingon the Higher Security Options page and go to Step 3.

Step 2: If you have not opted for the e-Filing Vault Higher Security option, click the Net Banking option found at the bottom of the page under Other Ways to Access Your Account.

Step 3:Choose the preferred bank and click on Continue.

Step 4: Read and understand the disclaimer. Click Continue.

Step 5: Log in to your Net Banking account using your Net Banking user ID and password.

Step 6: Post login, select the link to the e-Filing portalon the bank's website. You will be taken to the e-Filing Dashboard.

For Individual users, if PAN is not linked with the Aadhaart, you will see a pop-up message that your PAN is made inoperative as it is not linked with your Aadhaar.

To link the PAN with Aadhaar click on Link Now button, else click Continue.

3.4Log in usingBank Account / Demat Account EVC (when e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled)

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing portal homepage and click Login.

Step 2: Enter your PAN in the Enter your User ID textbox and click Continue.

Step 3:Confirm your Secure Access Message. Enter your password and click Continue.

Step 4:Select Bank Account EVC / Demat Account EVCand clickContinue.

Step 5: If you do not have an EVC, clickGenerate EVC. You will receive the EVC on your mobile number registered with your bank / demat account.

Note: In case you already have an EVC, selectI already have an EVC.

Step 6: Enter the EVC and click Login.

Post successful validation, you will be taken to the e-Filing Dashboard.

For Individual users, if PAN is not linked with the Aadhaar, you will see a pop-up message that your PAN is made inoperative as it is not linked with your Aadhaar.

To link the PAN with Aadhaar, click on Link Now button else click Continue.

3.5Log in using DSC (when e-Filing Vault Higher Security option is enabled)

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing portal homepage and click Login.

Step 2: Enter your PAN in the Enter your User ID textbox and click Continue.

Step 3:Confirm your Secure Access Message. Enter your password and click Continue.

Step 4: Select theDSC Option and click on Continue.

Step 5: Select New DSC or Registered DSC(as required) and click Continue. Refer to the RegisterDSC user manual to learn more.

Step 6: SelectI have downloaded and installed emsigner utility and click Continue.

Note: You can download and install the utility, using the hyperlink on the bottom of the page.

Step 7: On the Data Sign page, choose the ProviderandCertificate. Enter the Provider Password and click Sign.

Post successful validation, you will be taken to the e-Filing Dashboard.

For Individual users, if PAN is not linked with the Aadhaar, you will see a pop-up message that your PAN is made inoperative as it is not linked with your Aadhaar.

To link the PAN with Aadhaar, click on Link Now button else click Continue.

3.6 Login for other than taxpayers(CA, TAN User, ERI, External Agency, ITDREIN user)

Step 1: Go to the e-Filing Portal homepage and click Login.

Step 2: Enter your user IDin the Enter your User ID textboxand click Continue.

Note: The user IDs for different users are mentioned in the table below:

Sl. No.	User	User ID
1	CA	ARCAfollowed by the 6-digit membership No.
2	Tax Deductor and Collector	TAN
3	ERI	ERIP followed by the 6-digit number,
4	External Agency	EXTA followed by the 6-digit number.
5	ITDREIN User	PAN/TAN of reporting entity followed by 2 alphabets and 3 digits;

Step 3: Confirm your Secure Access Message. Enter your password and click Continue.

Refer to the table below to proceed further:

Log in using e-Filing Password	Refer to Section 3.1
Log in using Aadhaar OTP	Refer to Section 3.2
Log in using Net Banking	Refer to Section 3.3
Log in using Bank Account / Demat Account EVC	Refer to Section 3.4
Log in using DSC	Refer to Section 3.5

4. Related Topics

FAQs

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The process is fairly simple; users input their credentials on the website's login form. That information is then sent to the authentication server where the information is compared with all the user credentials on file. When a match is found, the system will authenticate users and grant them access to their accounts.

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How to login steps? ›

Most websites' or services' login pages can be accessed by clicking a Log In or Sign In link somewhere on the home page (usually in the upper-right corner). Then you'll enter your email address (or other types of username) in the "Email" text field and your password in the "Password" text field.

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How do I find my current user login? ›

Type whoami into Command Prompt.

This command will reply with your username.

What is a login workflow? ›

For the end user, this is the workflow login process: Step 1: User provides username on a page. Step 2: User is prompted for multi-factor authentication on the next page. Step 3: User provides password on a subsequent page. (Valid Persistent Token) | MFA Method.

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What is the most common user authentication method? ›

Password-based authentication

Passwords are the most common methods of authentication. Passwords can be in the form of a string of letters, numbers, or special characters. To protect yourself you need to create strong passwords that include a combination of all possible options.

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Clear, Comprehensive, and Concise

First, it must be clear. In such technical documentation, clarity of language, visual aids, and other media is crucial to the user's comprehension. The meaning of all instructional content should be self-evident, with minimal room for interpretation throughout the document.

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Examples of manuals include quick start guides, installation manuals, help files, checklists, online e-learning webpages, instruction videos, augmented reality instructions, and reference cards.

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Manuals are structured into three general components: the front manner, the body and the back matter. The front matter contains the title page, scope section, warnings and cautions as well as a table of contents.

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What is the login process? ›

How the logon process works. Traditionally, the logon process requires a user to enter an ID and password into an interface when signing in to a secure system. Each system has its own credential requirements.

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It is important to distinguish between the two, as 'log in' is used to describe the process of signing into a system, and 'login' is used to refer to the username or account name needed to access it. Additionally, it is important to note that 'log in' has two words, whereas 'login' is one word.

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How does login functionality work? ›

A client requests access to a protected resource. The Web server returns a dialog box that requests the user name and password. The client submits the user name and password to the server. The server validates the credentials and, if successful, returns the requested resource.

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What is your login username? ›

A username is the user identification (user ID) that someone uses as their unique ID on a computer, network, or service. Most websites and online services, such as Facebook and Twitter, allow users to choose their username, usually tied to an email address or phone number.

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How do I log into my local user account? ›

Logging in as a Local User

To login as a local user, enter the credentials as ". \Username". The ". \" will tell the computer that it is a local user account.

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What is a username example? ›

Examples of usernames include johndoe, jdoe65, jdlovestofish, alwayssunnyinphilly. Some online services allow you to create multiple accounts. A good example is Amazon, which is a popular shopping site. Amazon allows you to create multiple accounts and uses your email address as your username.

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A login process is a vital part of the security protocols to ensure safe operations. It requires users to identify themselves by entering their credentials into a secure user interface. This authentication method helps ensure only authorized personnel can access the system.

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In essence, authentication is the overall process of confirming identity, while login is the specific action taken to enter a system using authenticated credentials.

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What are secure log on procedures? ›

The procedure for logging into a system or application should be designed to minimize the opportunity for unauthorized access. The log-on procedure should therefore disclose the minimum of information about the system or application, in order to avoid providing an unauthorized user with any unnecessary assistance.

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There are three authentication factors that can be used: something you know, something you have, and something you are. Something you know would be a password, a PIN, or some other personal information.

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