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Income tax notice resolution

Never respond to a notice from the tax department without a clear strategy. Small errors in response can lead to massive penalties. Our expert CAs handle everything from decoding to case closure.

FOR SCRUTINY NOTICES

Get independent audit of the Section 143(2) notice to determine severity and strategy - ideally 10 days before expiry.

FOR DEFECTIVE RETURNS

Notice of approach for Section 139(9) defective returns. Correct within 15 days of intimation to avoid penalty and interest.

The Scenario

Is this your situation?

Serious section

Under Section 143(2), 147 or 148, simple replies aren't enough.

Mismatched data

If your AIS/TIS doesn't match the filed return, the AI flags it.

Missed deadline

Already missed the initial response date? We can still help with condonation.

Multiple notices

Handling multiple notices across different years or departments.

High transactions

Notice regarding high-value cash transactions or property deals.

Foreign assets

Notices related to foreign bank accounts or assets which carry heavy penalties.

What happens if you delay

Penalty under Section 270AUp to 200% of tax
Interest under Section 234A/B/CCompounding 1% monthly
Risk of reassessment (S.147)Open for 10 years

Proceeding with caution is advised as delayed responses can lead to 'Best Judgment Assessment' under Section 144.

"The wrong way"

Relying on emotions or simple 'I paid my taxes' replies. The department's AI only reads Section numbers and evidence, not feelings. Delaying leads to frozen bank accounts or tax recovery.

Expert approach

We use a 'Fact-Law-Evidence' framework. Every reply is drafted by a CA, citing relevant case laws and ensuring the notice is dropped legally before it reaches the demand stage.

Workflow

The resolution process

1

Notice Analysis & Audit

Day 1-2

We study the specific Section and the reason for flagging (AIS match, SFT data, etc.) to determine the best legal defense.

2

Reconciliation & Document Audit

Day 3-5

We map your bank statements, AIS, and TIS to identify where the gap exists and gather supporting evidence.

3

Legal Drafting of Response

Day 5-7

Our CAs draft a technical reply citing relevant High Court/Supreme Court decisions and I-T sections.

4

Submission & Tracking

Day 8-15

We upload the response on the e-filing portal and follow up with the jurisdictional officer if needed until it is 'Closed'.

5

Closure Order Generation

Day 30+

We track the case until a formal order under Section 143(3) or equivalent is issued, certifying no further demands.

Services

Scope of engagement

Evidence Audit

Comprehensive review of all financial documents cited in the notice.

Legal Representation

Acting as your Authorized Representative before the I-T department.

Drafting Replies

High-quality legal responses that minimize the risk of reassessment.

Demand Rectification

Correcting any manual errors in the department's tax demand calculation.

Penalty Defense

Drafting specific applications to stay or waive off penalties.

Ongoing Compliance

Advice on how to avoid similar flags in future filings.

* Our Scope covers all digital communications as per the Income Tax and GST portals for the relevant assessment years.

Track Record

What our clients typically achieve

85%Tax demand reduced
24 daysAverage closure time
40+Section codes covered
Testimonials

What clients say

"Three years of unresolved notices settled in just one month. The peace of mind was worth everything."

Business Owner, IT Sector

FY 2021-22 to 2023-24

"The CA's approach was surgical. They found exactly where the mismatch was in my AIS and fixed it within a week."

High Net-worth Individual

FY 2020-21
Information

Common questions

143(1) is an automated intimation checking for arithmetic errors. 143(2) is a Scrutiny Notice where an officer manually audits your return. We handle both.

Never. Ignoring GST notices leads to automatic suspension of GSTIN and freezing of bank accounts. Always respond within the time specified.

Most notices (99%) are now faceless. We handle all online submissions and communications via the portal on your behalf.

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All our cloud-based resolutions are handled by CA's and Lawyers with over 15+ years of experience in tax litigation.

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