Income Tax Notice Handling

Receiving an Income Tax Notice from the Income Tax Department can be unsettling — but it doesn't always mean trouble. Notices are often issued for routine verifications, mismatches in data, non-filing, or tax credit issues.

However, ignoring or mishandling these notices can lead to penalties, reassessments, and unnecessary stress.

Our expert-driven Income Tax Notice Handling Services ensure that every notice is carefully analyzed, responded to correctly, and resolved efficiently. Whether it's a simple compliance query or a full-blown scrutiny, we help you stay compliant and stress-free.

Key Features

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Notice Review and Risk Analysis

Detailed analysis of the received notice to understand its intent, urgency, and potential outcomes under relevant income tax sections.

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Expert Drafting of Responses

Professionally drafted replies with necessary documents, filed on the income tax portal or in response to faceless assessment notices.

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Section-Wise Support

Expert help for notices issued under Sections 139(9), 143(1), 143(2), 148, 154, 245, and other applicable provisions.

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Faceless Assessment Ready

Seamless compliance with e-proceedings and faceless assessments as per the latest income tax processes.

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Representation Before Authorities

Representation before the Income Tax Officer or Department, either online or in-person, depending on the case requirement.

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Rectification and Appeal Support

Assistance in filing rectifications under Section 154 and appeals to CIT(A) or ITAT under Section 246A as required.

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End-to-End Compliance

From collecting required documents to final submission — we manage every step of the compliance process for your peace of mind.

Information Checklist

Basic Information:
  • PAN and Aadhaar of the Assessee
  • ITR acknowledgment and ITR XML/JSON (for the relevant year)
  • Copy of the Income Tax Notice (PDF or reference number)
Financial & Tax Details:
  • Form 26AS and AIS (Annual Information Statement)
  • TDS certificates (Form 16/16A)
  • Computation of Income & Tax
  • Details of Advance Tax or Self-Assessment Tax paid
  • Bank statements (if required)
For Business/Professionals:
  • Books of Accounts
  • GST returns (if applicable)
  • Trial Balance, Ledger Reports
Other Supporting Documents:
  • Investment proofs, deductions, and exemptions claimed
  • Sale/Purchase Deeds (for property-related notices)
  • Any previous replies/submissions to the IT Department

FAQs

You may receive a notice due to non-filing of return, mismatch in income details, high-value transactions, defective returns, or verification requirements under various sections of the Income Tax Act.

Section 139(9) is issued for defective returns, usually when mandatory information is missing or incorrectly filed. The return must be corrected within the specified time.

Section 143(1) is an intimation highlighting minor mismatches or refunds. Section 143(2) is a scrutiny notice where the department wants to examine your return in detail.

Section 148 is issued when the department believes that some income has escaped assessment. You’ll need to respond and possibly refile your return with full disclosures.

No. Every notice must be addressed, even if you believe your return is in order. Ignoring it can lead to penalties, reassessment, or legal action.

Faceless notices are sent and responded to digitally — without visiting any tax office. All submissions are done via the e-filing portal or e-proceedings section.

Time varies by notice type but is typically between 7 to 30 days. The due date will be mentioned clearly in the notice. Delays can lead to adverse orders.

It’s best to consult a qualified tax professional who can interpret the notice, assess risk, and draft a suitable response on your behalf.

You may revise the return only if the notice allows rectification (e.g., 139(9)). Otherwise, a written response with clarifications or supporting documents must be submitted.

Yes, you can authorize a Chartered Accountant or tax consultant to reply to notices and represent you before the department digitally or offline.