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Replying to an Income Tax Notice: How to Handle Different Types of Notices
It's not uncommon to make mistakes when filing your income tax returns (ITRs). The income tax department issues notices in these situations to correct the errors. Income tax letters are being sent out for a variety of reasons, and each one requires a different response. Income tax notices may arrive in the mail or by email, but you must reply to them according to a specific protocol. These notifications may arrive in your mail for a number of reasons, such as incomplete or de

Adv. Siddharth Sachan
Apr 17 min read


Notice from the Income Tax Department: Why You Might Receive One and How to Respond?
Receiving an income tax notice can be a nightmare, even if you have filed your income tax return on time. Understanding these notices, knowing how to respond, and taking the right actions are crucial to avoid penalties and ensure compliance. This article will help you overcome the complexities of income tax notices, covering everything from authentication to responding effectively. Table of Content How to Authenticate Notice/Order Issued by Income Tax Department Types of Noti

Adv. Siddharth Sachan
Apr 14 min read


Section 144 of the Income Tax Act: A Detailed Overview
Assuring that taxpayers pay their fair share of taxes and complete all requirements, tax assessment is a crucial component of the Indian tax system. Section 144 of the Income Tax Act permits Assessing Officers to determine tax liability through the Best judgement assessment method in situations where a taxpayer neglects to file their income tax return. This article will provide you with all the information you need to understand Section 144 and how the AO makes his evaluation

Astha Bhatia
Apr 17 min read


What is Faceless Assessment Scheme: Understanding Section 144B of the Income Tax Act
India's Faceless Assessment Scheme streamlines income tax filing by doing away with in-person encounters with tax officials. The scheme operates under section 144B and aims to improve the process using technology by doing away with the Assessing Officer and assessee's direct interaction. This online solution ensures speed and minimises prejudice by assigning your return to a group of specialists for evaluation. All correspondence is conducted electronically via a single platf

Ankita Murkute
Apr 115 min read


139(9): What is Defective Notice & How to Respond to It?
When doing something complex like submitting income tax forms, making an error or two is very acceptable. We might occasionally forget to enter crucial information. There might occasionally be a mistake. Under certain circumstances, the income tax department will issue a notice of defective return under Section 139 and classify your return as a "defective return" (9). This message is intended to assist you in fixing any errors. But if these problems aren't resolved right away

Kanchan Bhatt
Apr 18 min read


A Detailed Guide on Income Tax Notice to Salaried Employees
An income tax notice from the Tax Department denotes the need for more information, revisions, or clarification regarding your tax returns. Income tax notices have become more significant for those with salaried income in the current fiscal year. Tax authorities are now scrutinising differences including false claims, concealed incomes, failure to file tax returns, inconsistent filings, and notifications of high-value transactions utilising modern technology, like AI-powered

CA Pratik Bharda
Apr 19 min read


Interest on Income Tax Refund: Is it Taxable?
You, as a taxpayer, pay taxes on the total amount of money you make within a fiscal year. When a person pays more in taxes than they are required to, they might get a refund for the excess amount they paid. The extra tax paid may be remitted as Self-Assessment Tax (SAT), Advance Tax (AT), or Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). After filing the income tax return, the individual has to wait a few days to get their money back. Interest on the refund for this time will be paid to the t

Ankita Murkute
Apr 17 min read
Monthly Accounting vs Year-End Accounting: What Works Better for Growing Businesses?
Monthly accounting offers growing businesses better control, timely compliance, and stronger financial visibility compared to year-end accounting. Under the Income Tax Act 1961, businesses crossing turnover or audit thresholds benefit from regular bookkeeping, GST reconciliation, and advance tax tracking. Year-end accounting may work for small operations with limited transactions, but as volumes increase, it often leads to rushed filings, interest under Sections 234B and 234

Astha Bhatia
Mar 129 min read


Why TaxBuddy DIY Filing Builds Confidence Through Clear Data Validation
TaxBuddy DIY Filing builds confidence by combining real-time data validation with automated cross-verification against official records such as Form 26AS, AIS, TIS, and Form 16. By checking income, TDS , deductions, and bank details before submission, the platform reduces errors that often lead to defective returns or notices under Section 143(1) . Clear validation messages explain mismatches instantly, allowing corrections before filing. This structured, rule-based appro

Astha Bhatia
Mar 98 min read
How TaxBuddy DIY Filing Manages Straightforward Compliance With Built-In Safeguards
TaxBuddy DIY Filing is designed for taxpayers who want a simple, reliable way to meet income tax compliance requirements without procedural complexity. By combining automated verification, real-time validation, and secure data handling, the platform ensures income tax returns are filed accurately under the Income Tax Act, 1961. From validating income and deductions to safeguarding sensitive bank details, the system actively prevents common filing errors that often lead to no

Kanchan Bhatt
Mar 68 min read
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