In a move to simplify tax payments and enhance digital convenience, the Income Tax Department has updated the list of banks authorized under the e-Pay Tax Service on its e-Filing portal. With 30 banks now included, taxpayers have more options to make direct tax payments, reducing dependency on traditional methods.
Seamless Tax Payment with e-Filing
The e-Filing portal enables taxpayers to file income tax returns and make tax payments completely online. With secure access through PAN-based login credentials, individuals and businesses can complete transactions effortlessly. This initiative supports the government’s vision of a digital, paperless tax system, making compliance more accessible and hassle-free.
Who Can Pay Taxes via e-Pay Tax Service?
Taxpayers holding accounts in the 30 authorized banks can directly pay their taxes online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal. The updated list includes 17 private sector banks and 13 public sector banks, covering a wide range of banking options.
Authorized Private Banks
Axis Bank, Bandhan Bank, City Union Bank, DCB Bank, Dhanlaxmi Bank, Federal Bank, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IDFC First Bank, IndusInd Bank, Jammu & Kashmir Bank, Karnataka Bank, Karur Vysya Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, South Indian Bank, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd.
Authorized Public Sector Banks
Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, Punjab National Bank, State Bank of India, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India.
Alternative Payment Methods for Non-Listed Banks
If your bank is not among the authorized ones, you can still pay taxes via NEFT/RTGS or Payment Gateway. Currently, banks like SBI, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Federal Bank, Canara Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra support these transactions.
For every tax payment, taxpayers must generate a Challan Reference Number (CRN), ensuring smooth tracking and verification.
