Challan ITNS 280 is no longer the primary method for paying income tax in India. It has been replaced by the e-Pay Tax functionality on the income tax department’s e-filing portal.
Here’s a breakdown of the situation:
What was Challan ITNS 280?
- Challan ITNS 280 was a form used for making various income tax payments in India.
- It could be used for:
- Advance Tax
- Regular Assessment Tax
- Self-Assessment Tax
- Additional Charges
Why is it not used anymore?
- The income tax department has migrated the payment system to a more convenient online platform called “e-Pay Tax” within the e-filing portal.
- This online system offers a more user-friendly experience and eliminates the need for physical challan forms.
What to do now?
- If you need to pay your income tax in India, you should use the e-Pay Tax functionality on the income tax department’s e-filing portal: https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/
- The e-filing portal offers clear instructions and guidance on using e-Pay Tax for various types of tax payments.
Here are some advantages of using e-Pay Tax over Challan ITNS 280:
- Convenience: Make payments online anytime, anywhere.
- Efficiency: Quicker processing and faster reflection of payments.
- Accuracy: Reduced risk of errors associated with manual challan forms.
- Transparency: Track your payment history easily within the e-filing portal.
Overall, the shift to e-Pay Tax simplifies the income tax payment process for taxpayers in India.
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