How to Change or Reset Passwords in the Income Tax Portal?

The password for the new income tax portal can be changed or reset easily online. You must be registered on the e-filing portal and have access to your user ID and password to change your password. To change your password, log in to the income tax portal using your credentials and go to the " My Profile " section. After that, select the 'Change password' option and enter your current password and a new password. The new password must be 8 to 14 characters and include uppercase and lowercase letters. It must also have at least one number and one special character.

Moreover, you can reset your password using three options. It includes through e-filing OTP, by uploading a digital signature certificate, or by receiving an OTP on the mobile number registered with Aadhaar. You can change your password in the income tax portal when you are logged in and wish to update it. Conversely, you can reset the password when you don't remember your credentials and are logged out. Keep reading to learn how to change or reset the income tax portal password.

How to Change Password in the Income Tax Portal?

To change your password in the income tax portal, you must be registered on the e-filing portal and have access to your user ID and password. The user ID will be your PAN number. Follow the steps below to change your password in the income tax portal:

• Step 1: Log in to the Income Tax Portal

Log in to the income tax portal by entering your user ID, current password, and confirming your secure access message.

• Step 2: My Profile → Change Password

In the top-right corner of the screen, look for 'My Profile ', click on it, and select the 'Change password' option.

• Step 3: Confirm Your New Password

Enter your current password and the new password. Your new password must be 8 to 14 characters and include uppercase and lowercase letters.

Also, it must have at least one number and one special character. For example, Abcde@23. Once you have entered the password, confirm it by clicking on 'Submit'.

• Step 4: Confirmation Mail and SMS

After successfully submitting the password, you will recieve a confirmation email and SMS on your registered email ID and mobile number.

Changing your password every 90 days helps to keep your account secure. Now that we know how to change the password, let's see the steps to reset it.

How to Reset Your Income Tax Portal Password?

Follow the steps below to reset the password for the income tax portal login:

• Step 1: Visit the income tax department's portal.
• Step 2: On the home page, look for the 'Login Here' button in the top-right corner.
• Step 3: Enter your user ID and click on the 'Continue' button.
  • Individual: Enter PAN or Aadhaar as user ID (only if PAN and Aadhaar are linked)
  • Other Taxpayers: Enter your PAN as user ID.
• Step 4: Once you enter your user ID and proceed, you will be directed to the login page. Click on the.' Forgot Password button.
• Step 5: On the next page, enter your user ID and click on the 'Continue' button. After that, you will be directed to the 'Reset password' dashboard.
• Step 6: On this dashboard, you can select any of the following options and provide the required details:
  • Use e-filing OTP
  • Upload Digital Signature Certificate
  • OTP on the mobile number registered with Aadhaar
• Step 7: Choose any one option and click on the ' Continue' button.

Now, let's understand the steps to reset the password using all three options.

Option 1: Reset Using OTP on Aadhaar-Linked Mobile Number Option

Here are the steps to reset your password using the OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number:

• Choose 'Using OTP on Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
• On the next screen, select 'Generate OTP' and click on the 'Continue' button.
  • In case you already have an OTP, choose 'I already have an OTP on the mobile number registered with Aadhaar and enter the 'OTP'.
• In the 'Verify your identity step', tick the declaration checkbox and click on the 'Generate Aadhaar OTP'.
• Next, you will recieve a 6-digit OTP on your registered mobile number; enter it and click on the 'Verify' button.
• After that, in the 'Set New Password' box, enter a new password and confirm it by clicking on the 'Submit' button.
• Your password will be reset successfully.

Option 2: Reset Password Using e-filing OTP

Follow the steps below to reset your password using the e-filing OTP option:

• Choose the 'Use e-filing OTP' option and click on the 'Continue' button.
• After that, enter your date of birth as per your PAN, then click the 'Continue' button.
• Enter the OTPs recieved on your registered mobile number and email ID and click on the 'Verify' button.
• Now, in the 'Set New Password' box, enter a new password and confirm by clicking on the Submit button.
• Your password has been reset successfully.

Option 3: Reset Using the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)

Follow the steps below to reset the password using a digital signature certificate:

• Choose the 'Upload Digital Signature Certificate' option and click on the 'Continue' button.
• Next, select the 'New DSC' or 'Registered DSC' option, whichever is relevant, and click on the 'Continue' button.
  • Select a registered DSC if you have a DSC registered on the e-filing portal. If not, select 'New DSC'.
• Next, download the eSigner utility and complete the installation. Select the appropriate DSC certificate and enter the DSC PIN/passwordf. Click on the 'Sign' button.
• After that, in the 'Set New Password' box, enter a new password and confirm it by clicking on the 'Submit' button.
• Your password has been successfully reset.

You can choose any of the three options to reset your password on the new income tax portal.

The Bottom Line

Resetting or changing the password is a secure and quick process. The Aadhaar-linked OTP method is the fastest way to reset your password. To avoid any future issues, ensure to keep your email and mobile number updated in your profile. Additionally, for any queries related to ITR filing, connect with an expert at Savetaxs.

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