How should I respond to Scrutiny u/ 143 (2)?
Once you receive a Scrutiny Assessment 143 (2), you are expected to submit all the necessary proofs and documents online in the e-Filing portal, as demanded and which can prove the accuracy of your returns. After considering all the evidence, the AO will issue a final order u/s 143 (3) asking you to pay additional tax or for refund.
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Within how much time should I receive Scrutiny u/s 143 (2)?
You will receive the Scrutiny u/s 143 (2) within six months from the filing of returns.
What will be the consequence if I do not respond, or pay the additional amount demanded u/s 156?
Failure to respond to the 156 Tax Notice Demand will attract the following penalties Interest up to 1% on the demanded amount after 30 days expiry time (u/s 220). Penalty less than the tax demanded u/s 156, amount being determined by the Assessing ...
How do I respond to Tax Notice 143 (1)?
On receiving an intimation u/s 143 (1), you must firstly ensure that all your details are correctly mentioned. If there are any mistakes, you must file a revised return on the government’s e-Filing website, and pay the balance amount. However, if ...
Why did I get a notice u/s 143 (2)?
You received a Notice u/s 143 (2) to inform you that a Scrutiny Assessment will be carried out by an assigned Assessing officer (AO) to ascertain whether your claims for deductions, exemptions, etc. are factually and legally correct. The AO has to ...
What is Tax scrutiny?
Tax scrutiny refers to assessing the income tax return by the IT Dept. and notifying the assessee to show evidence of the income and expenses declared, deductions & exemptions, losses, or any other claims that can reduce the assessee’s tax liability.