ITR-1: the documents to keep ready

The Income Tax Department's ITR-1 FAQ lists what you need to file: Form 16, Form 16A, Form 26AS, AIS, pay slip, bank statements, housing loan interest certificates, house rent receipts if applicable, the rental agreement, donation receipts and investment proofs.

Example

Illustrative example only. You changed jobs in the year. Keep the pay slips from both employers, so the totals can be compared with Form 26AS and AIS.

Important

The same FAQ asks you to check PAN, address, contact and bank details in the pre-filled data before you file.

Your ITR folder

• ☐ Form 16 from each employer
• ☐ Form 26AS and AIS
• ☐ Pay slips and bank statements
• ☐ Rent receipts and investment proofs

Salary slip format — keep your pay records in one place 👇

Source: Income Tax Department, e-Filing portal, ITR-1 FAQ.