ITR Filing: How to Scan & Upload Documents Correctly

By Sheetal Kumari | March 3, 2025

Moneycontrol PF Team| July 17, 2025

ITR Filing: How to Scan & Upload Documents Correctly 

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Follow these key scanning guidelines before uploading any document to the Income Tax portal.

Scanning Docs for ITR? Read This First!

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Filing early avoids penalties and gets you faster refunds—start preparing your documents now!

File Early, File Right

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Usually no—most ITRs don’t need document uploads unless under audit or special sections.

Are Documents Always Needed?

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Documents like audit reports, Form 10E, Form 67 may be required in specific cases.

When Uploads Become Mandatory

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Always scan and upload documents in PDF format only.

File Format Matters

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No color or greyscale—black & white scanning ensures clarity and smaller file size.

Use Black & White Only

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Use 300 dpi for all scanned documents for proper resolution.

DPI Setting is Crucial

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Do not upload files that are password-protected or write-protected.

No Passwords Please

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Use original documents—avoid scanning photocopies or faxed versions.

Scan Originals, Not Copies

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Documents must be scanned in A4 or Letter format only.

Stick to A4 or Letter Size

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Multi-page documents should be scanned together, in order.

Maintain Logical Order

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Don’t upload docs with faint text, smudges, clipped edges or ink bleeding.

Avoid These Quality Issues

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Avoid handwritten PANs or key info—these are often rejected due to poor readability.

Skip Handwritten PAN or ID Info

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Even if not needed now, keep all proofs ready—they may be required during scrutiny.

Keep Docs Handy, Just in Case

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Next: ITR-2 & ITR-3 Filing: What’s Possible Today

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