E-Filling Portal: An Overview & Processes

Type of Event (Session): Guest Lecture
Date: 22.10.2024
Venue: Aditya Hall
Name of Resource person with designation: CA Shruti Sharma, Vice-President Investments, Matterhorn India Pvt. Ltd.
No. of Participants/Beneficiaries (Teaching/Non-teaching/Students to be mentioned separately): 54
Name of the activity Coordinator: Dr. Vaishali Agrawal
Objective of the Session:
To enhance students’ understanding and develop their practical skills in electronic filing of tax returns.

Summary/Description (max 500 words):
On October 22, 2024, the Department of Accounting and Taxation at IIS (Deemed to be University) hosted a guest lecture designed to equip students with essential skills for electronically filing Income Tax Returns (ITR). The event took place in Aditya Hall and featured CA Shruti Sharma, Vice President of Investments at Matterhorn India Pvt. Ltd., as the distinguished speaker.
Dr. Mani Bhatia, Additional Head (Department of Accounting and Taxation) opened the session by welcoming CA Shruti Sharma and expressing gratitude for her expertise, presenting her with a token of appreciation. The lecture commenced with an introduction to the fundamentals of e-filing ITR, where the speaker emphasized the importance of understanding the entire process before submitting returns. She covered crucial topics such as PAN registration, the Annual Information Statement (AIS), Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), and the Taxpayer Information Summary (TIS).
To enhance engagement, an interactive quiz was held after the session, allowing students to test their knowledge on tax-related topics. This fun segment not only reinforced the lecture content but also encouraged a spirit of friendly competition among the participants. The students actively participated, demonstrating their enthusiasm and understanding of the subject matter.
The session’s interactive format kept students engaged and fostered practical learning experiences. Attendees appreciated the insights shared, recognizing the significance of accurate ITR filing and its implications for their future careers.
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, acknowledging CA Shruti Sharma for her invaluable contributions.
Outcome of the Session: The guest lecture effectively enhanced students' understanding of e-filing Income Tax Returns, promoted engagement through interactive activities, and received overwhelmingly positive feedback, highlighting its relevance to their future careers.