New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- If you have an income tax payment due but are short of immediate cash, paying by credit card may appear like a convenient option. The Income Tax Department allows this payment option through its e-filing portal.

Taxpayers can clear certain liabilities, such as advance tax, self-assessment tax and outstanding demands, via the official e-paying facility using authorized payment gateways that support credit card transactions.

The service functions like other digital payment methods, but taxpayers should note that paying income tax by credit card is not always cost-free. Convenience or processing charges may be levied in addition to the tax amount.

The e-pay tax service is an online payment system that enables taxpayer...