Income Tax e-Filing Portal Displays Form 26AS under Income Tax Act, 1961 and Form 168 under Income Tax Act, 2025; Taxpayers advised selecting the applicable form carefully based on the relevant law and tax period

The Income Tax e-Filing portal now displays separate options for “View Form 26AS, Income Tax Act 1961” and “View Form 168, Income Tax Act 2025” under the Income Tax Returns menu, as reflected in the portal screenshot.

Taxpayers and professionals should exercise due care while selecting the relevant form and ensure that the choice corresponds to the applicable statutory framework and relevant tax period.

Key Update:

• Form 26AS — Income-tax Act, 1961
• Form 168 — Income Tax Act, 2025

This portal-level distinction is an important compliance update and taxpayers are advised to verify the applicable provision before proceeding.

Source #IncomeTaxPortal