An income tax notice answered on the portal, within the window

Most income tax notices are automated and start from a data difference — interest reported in AIS but not in your return, TDS claimed that does not appear in 26AS, or a deduction claimed without matching proof. They are usually closed by explaining the difference, provided the reply is filed in the correct format before the deadline. Ignoring one is what turns a routine query into a best-judgement assessment with a demand attached.

Who this is for

Anyone who has received a communication from the department — a 143(1) intimation with a demand, a 139(9) defective return notice, a 142(1) enquiry, a 148 reassessment notice, or an AIS or e-campaign message asking you to confirm a transaction.

What's included

How the process works

1. 1

   Send the notice PDF along with the return and computation for that year.

2. 2

   We identify the difference and tell you whether it is answerable or a genuine liability.

3. 3

   The reply and annexures are prepared and shared for your approval.

4. 4

   It is filed under e-Proceedings and tracked until the demand is dropped or resolved.

Benefits

• Deadlines met, which prevents an ex-parte assessment under Section 144.
• Incorrect demands cancelled through rectification rather than paid.
• Refunds released where they were held against a disputed demand.

Fees

Frequently asked questions

What is an intimation under Section 143(1)?

An automated comparison of your return with the department's records. It may show a refund, no change, or a demand. A demand must be answered or rectified within 30 days, otherwise it is treated as accepted.

My return was marked defective under 139(9). What now?

You have 15 days to correct and re-file the return, extendable on request. If the defect is not cured, the return is treated as never filed, which forfeits refunds and loss carry-forward.

Is a Section 148 notice serious?

It reopens an earlier assessment year, so yes. It has strict timelines and needs a considered reply with documentation. Send it to us as soon as it arrives.