The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR)—July 31, 2026—is fast approaching. If you haven't filed your ITR yet and want to avoid the hefty fees charged by CAs or agents, there is good news for you. Digital payment platform Paytm has partnered with the tax filing platform ClearTax to launch a new ITR filing service. Through this service, users can file their ITR starting at just ₹11.

What is the new service?
Users can now file their Income Tax Returns directly on the ClearTax platform via the Paytm app. The company claims that several automated features have been included to simplify the entire process, thereby reducing the time required to file taxes and minimizing the likelihood of errors.

What is the standout feature of this service?
1. The best part of this service is that you do not have to enter all your details manually. The platform automatically fetches your data (pre-filled data) directly from the Income Tax Department's records.

2. Many people struggle to decide whether ITR-1 or ITR-2 is appropriate for them, or whether to choose the Old Tax Regime or the New Tax Regime. This smart system automatically selects the correct form and the most beneficial tax regime based on your income.

3. If you have invested in the stock market or mutual funds, this service retrieves your trading data from over 80 broking apps (such as Zerodha, Groww, Upstox, etc.) with just a single click. It automatically calculates capital gains.

4. This could prove to be the most impressive aspect of the offer. The ₹11 plan includes 'Complimentary Notice Protection.' This means that if you receive a notice from the Income Tax Department after filing your ITR, ClearTax experts will fully assist you in understanding and responding to it—at no extra cost.

How to avail this offer (Step-by-step process)
1. Open the Paytm app on your smartphone, scroll down the home page, and navigate to the 'Free Tools' section.

2. Here, you will see the option 'File your ITR with ClearTax'. Tap on it.
3. Enter your email ID. You will receive a One-Time Password (OTP) on your email; enter it to log in.

4. The system will display all your details (salary, TDS, FD interest, etc.) from the Income Tax Department on the screen. Simply verify the information and submit your return.

Things to keep in mind
The starting price of ₹11 may not apply to every user or every type of ITR. Charges may vary based on the type of ITR, sources of income, and your tax profile. Therefore, be sure to check the plan terms and fees before you start filing.

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