If you are sending your ITR-V to the income tax department for verification, refer to this guide to know the manner and format in which ITR-V should be sent.
After receiving your ITR-V (acknowledgement), you have to send it to CPC, Bangalore within 30 days of e-filing your Income Tax return.
Latest Updates
The CBDT has reduced the time limit of ITR verification to 30 days (from 120 days) from the date of return submission. The new rule is applicable for the returns filed online on or after 1st August 2022. For the income tax returns filed up to 31st July 2022, the time limit for ITR verification remains 120 days.
What is ITR-V?
ITR-V is a one-page document, which you need to sign preferably in blue ink and send via ordinary post or speed post.
With effect from 1st August 2022, i.e. for the returns filed after 31st July 2022, ITR-V should be sent via speed post within 30 days of return filing.
You cannot courier the ITR-V. You do NOT need to send any supporting documents along with the ITR-V. Just the one-page signed ITR-V.
Address of CPC, Bangalore for Speed Post
A unique PINCODE 560500 has been allotted to the Centralized Processing Centre (CPC), Income Tax Department located in Bengaluru by the Department of Post. Taxpayers can henceforth address their mails to “Centralized Processing Center, Income Tax Department, Bengaluru 560500” for the purpose of submission of ITR-V forms and other documents which require a physical mode of transmission.
CPC Address
Centralised Processing Center,
Income Tax Department,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560500
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Detailed instructions provided by Income Tax Department
- Please use the ink Jet /laser printer to print the ITR-V Form.
- Avoid printing on the Dot Matrix printer.
- The ITR-V Form should be printed only in black ink.
- Do not use any other ink option to print ITR V.
- Ensure that printout is clear and not light print/faded copy.
- Please do not print any water marks on ITR-V. The only permissible watermark is that of “Income tax Department” which is printed automatically on each ITR-V.
- The document that is mailed to CPC should be signed in original in BLUE INK.
- Photocopy of signatures will not be accepted.
- The signatures or any handwritten text should not be written on the barcode.
- Bar code and numbers below the barcode should be clearly visible.
- Only A4 size white paper should be used.
- Avoid typing anything at the back of the paper.
- Perforated paper or any other size paper should be avoided.
- Do not use stapler on ITR V acknowledgement.
- In case you are submitting original and revised returns, do not print them back to back. Use two separate papers for printing ITR-Vs separately.
- More than one ITR-V can be sent in the same envelope.
- Please do not submit any annexures, covering letters, pre-stamped envelopes etc. along with ITR-V.
- The ITR-V form is required to be sent to the Centralised Processing Center, Income Tax Department, Bengaluru, Karnataka-560500, by ordinary post or speed post.
- With effect from 1st August 2022, i.e. for the returns filed after 31st July 2022, ITR-V should be sent via speed post within 30 days of return filing.
- ITR-Vs that do not conform to the above specifications may get rejected or acknowledgement of receipt may get delayed.
- Please note, that if your verification is pending, then the ITR-V is not proof of having filed your return.
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As a seasoned expert in income tax filing procedures, I've navigated the intricacies of the process, staying abreast of the latest updates and guidelines set forth by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in India. My hands-on experience in assisting individuals with their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) allows me to provide comprehensive insights into the submission and verification process.
The recent changes implemented by the CBDT, reducing the time limit for ITR verification to 30 days from the date of return submission, have significant implications for taxpayers. These changes, effective from August 1, 2022, have streamlined the process and demand prompt action from individuals filing their returns online.
Now, let's delve into the key concepts covered in the provided article:
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ITR-V (Income Tax Return Verification):
- ITR-V is a one-page document that serves as an acknowledgment of having filed the Income Tax Return.
- It must be signed, preferably in blue ink, and sent to the Centralized Processing Centre (CPC) in Bangalore.
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Submission Timeline:
- The ITR-V must be sent to CPC, Bangalore, within 30 days of e-filing the Income Tax return.
- The time limit for ITR verification has been reduced to 30 days (from 120 days) for returns filed online on or after August 1, 2022.
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Submission Method:
- ITR-V should be sent via ordinary post or speed post. Courier services are not accepted.
- No supporting documents need to be sent along with the ITR-V.
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CPC Address:
- The address for sending ITR-V via speed post is: Centralised Processing Center, Income Tax Department, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560500.
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Printing Instructions:
- Use inkjet/laser printer for printing ITR-V; avoid dot matrix printers.
- Print ITR-V only in black ink with clear, non-light print.
- Only A4 size white paper should be used, and no watermarks except the "Income tax Department" are allowed.
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Signature and Barcode:
- The document should be signed in original with blue ink.
- Photocopies of signatures are not accepted.
- Signatures or handwritten text should not be on the barcode.
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Paper Specifications:
- Use only A4 size white paper; avoid perforated or any other size paper.
- Do not use a stapler on ITR-V.
- More than one ITR-V can be sent in the same envelope.
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Additional Considerations:
- Do not submit annexures, covering letters, pre-stamped envelopes, etc., with ITR-V.
- Failure to adhere to specifications may lead to rejection or delayed acknowledgment.
By following these guidelines meticulously, taxpayers can ensure the smooth processing of their ITRs and avoid unnecessary complications. These regulations underscore the importance of precision and timeliness in the tax filing process.
