How To File KRA Returns for Students: Learn the step-by-step process that you need to follow in order to file KRA Returns for Students.
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This Step-by-Step iTax Tutorial explains How To File KRA Returns for Students, providing clear and detailed guidance through each step of the process from start to finish, helping you File KRA Returns for Students in a few minutes.

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Requirements Needed To File KRA Returns for Students

To be able to successfuly file KRA Returns for Students on iTax (KRA Portal), you need to have with you the following two main requirements:

  • KRA PIN Number or ID Number
  • iTax Password (KRA Password)

Once you have the above two requirements, you will be able to file KRA Returns for Students on iTax in a few minutes by following the steps outlined below.

How To File KRA Returns for Students

To successfully File KRA Returns for Students, follow the steps outlined below. 

Step 1: Visit iTax

To file KRA Returns for Students, start by visiting iTax using this link: https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/

To file KRA Returns for Students, start by visiting iTax using this link: https://itax.kra.go.ke/KRA-Portal/

Step 2: Log in to iTax

Next, log in to iTax (KRA Portal) using either your KRA PIN Number or National ID Number, along with your KRA Password (iTax Password). After entering your credentials, complete the arithmetic security question and click the “Login” button to access your KRA Portal account.

Next, log in to iTax (KRA Portal) using either your KRA PIN Number or National ID Number, along with your KRA Password (iTax Password). After entering your credentials, complete the arithmetic security question and click the “Login” button to access your KRA Portal account.

Step 3: Click on Returns then File KRA Nil Returns

After logging in to iTax, go to the “Returns” menu and select “File KRA Nil Returns” from the dropdown list.

After logging in to iTax, go to the “Returns” menu and select “File KRA Nil Returns” from the dropdown list.

Step 4: Select KRA Tax Obligation

In this step, select the KRA Tax Obligation for which you want to file the Nil Returns. For students, choose “Income Tax – Resident Individual,” then click the “Next” button to proceed.

In this step, select the KRA Tax Obligation for which you want to file the Nil Returns. For students, choose “Income Tax – Resident Individual,” then click the “Next” button to proceed.

Step 5: Fill In The Income Tax – Resident Individual Nil e-Return Form

Next, fill in the Income Tax Resident Individual Nil e-Return form. If your KRA returns are up to date, entering the “Return Period From” will automatically set the “Return Period To.” For example, enter 01/01/2025 as the start date, which will set 31/12/2025 as the end date, then click “Submit.”

Next, fill in the Income Tax Resident Individual Nil e-Return form. If your KRA returns are up to date, entering the “Return Period From” will automatically set the “Return Period To.” For example, enter 01/01/2025 as the start date, which will set 31/12/2025 as the end date, then click “Submit.”

Step 6: Download KRA Returns Acknowledgement Receipt (e-Return Acknowledgement Receipt)

The final step in filing KRA Returns for students on iTax is to download the KRA Nil Returns Acknowledgement Receipt, also called the KRA Returns Receipt.

The final step in filing KRA Returns for students on iTax is to download the KRA Nil Returns Acknowledgement Receipt, also called the KRA Returns Receipt.

Simply click the “Download KRA Returns Receipt” link to save or print a copy for your records. This marks the successful completion of filing KRA Returns for Students.

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Simply click the “Download KRA Returns Receipt” link to save or print a copy for your records. This marks the successful completion of filing KRA Returns for Students.