New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- Taxpayers who have entered incorrect details while paying income tax can request corrections through the Income Tax Department's e-filing portal. The online facility allows eligible PAN holders to rectify errors in the tax year, helping ensure that payments are credited under the correct tax category.

However, taxpayers must adhere to specific deadlines and understand the changes to the tax year following the implementation of the Income-tax Act, 2025.

An income tax challan is a payment record generated when a taxpayer deposits tax with the government. It contains details such as the amount paid, the payment date, the tax category, and the relevant tax year or assessment year. The Challan Identification Number (CIN...