Staff Correspondent:

The number of income tax returns filed online tripled in the fiscal year 2024-25 compared to the previous year, according to data from the National Board of Revenue (NBR).

A total of 17.12 lakh taxpayers submitted their returns online in FY25, up from 5.27 lakh in the previous fiscal year, marking a 225 percent increase, the NBR said in a press release on Tuesday.

In total, 21.65 lakh taxpayers registered for e-return submission, reflecting the growing adoption of digital tax services.

“This is a huge response from THE taxpayers,” the NBR said.

The revenue authority said it has gradually simplified the e-filing process based on taxpayer feedback, making it more accessible and user-friendly.

This has contributed to the rise in both online return submissions and registrations.

The NBR also continued to offer the online return submission facility even after the Income Tax Day, allowing taxpayers additional flexibility.