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Income Tax Notice Reply & Representation
Received an income tax notice? Whether it is a simple CPC intimation, a Section 143(2) scrutiny notice, a Section 148 reassessment, or a penalty notice — our CA and legal team will draft a legally precise, document-backed response and represent you before the department.
What We Cover
Our Services
Section 143(1) CPC Intimation
Demand notices from CPC after return processing — TDS mismatch, disallowed deductions, tax computation differences. We review the intimation, identify the correct position, and file rectification or response as applicable.
Section 143(2) Scrutiny Notice
Full assistance with Faceless Assessment proceedings — organising all supporting documents, drafting submission, filing on the portal, and attending virtual hearings to present your case comprehensively.
Section 148 / 148A Reassessment
Response to notices for income escaping assessment. Analysis of the department's basis for reopening, filing of objections under Section 148A(b), and full reassessment proceedings if the notice is confirmed.
Section 156 Demand Notice
Payment of demand or filing of stay application before the Assessing Officer. Analysis of whether the demand is correct, rectification if erroneous, and stay of demand pending appeal if disputed.
Penalty Notices — Section 270A / 271
Response to penalty notices for under-reporting, misreporting of income. Penalty proceedings under the new Income Tax Act 2025 handled with detailed submissions and relevant judicial precedents.
Appeal Before CIT(A) — Faceless
Drafting and filing of appeal before the Commissioner (Appeals) under the Faceless Appeals Scheme. Grounds of appeal, statement of facts, and written submissions prepared by our CA and legal team.
ITAT — Income Tax Appellate Tribunal
Appeals before the ITAT handled by Adv. (CA) Kanishk Rana — Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India — with extensive appellate experience including matters from Luthra & Luthra and AZB & Partners.
Voluntary Disclosure & Settlement
Identification and voluntary disclosure of income not reported in earlier years through the Updated Return (Section 139(8A)) mechanism, reducing penalty exposure while staying compliant.
How We Work
Simple Process
01
Notice Review
We review the notice, identify the type, assess the risk, and advise on the correct response strategy within 24 hours.
02
Document Organisation
We identify all documents needed to support your position — bank statements, contracts, investment proofs, prior correspondence.
03
Response Drafting
Legally precise submission drafted with relevant case laws, circular references, and supporting documents.
04
Filing & Submission
Response filed on the income tax portal within prescribed timelines. Acknowledgement preserved.
05
Follow-Up & Order
We monitor the proceedings, respond to follow-up queries, and review the assessment order on receipt.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
A Section 143(2) notice initiates scrutiny assessment — the department wants to examine your return in detail. It does not mean you have done anything wrong, but it requires a careful, document-backed response. The response must be filed through the Faceless Assessment portal within the time specified in the notice (usually 15–30 days). Ignoring or inadequately responding to a Section 143(2) notice leads to an ex-parte assessment order which is almost always unfavourable. Engage a CA or tax professional immediately upon receipt.
The Faceless Assessment Scheme (effective from 2020) means your assessment is conducted electronically without you or your CA appearing in person before any tax officer. All submissions, queries, and orders happen through the income tax e-filing portal. Similarly, appeals under the Faceless Appeals Scheme are filed on the portal without physical hearings. The scheme aims to eliminate jurisdictional bias but requires that all documentary evidence be properly organised and submitted digitally.
A Section 148A notice is a show-cause notice issued before reopening an assessment for income that has allegedly escaped assessment. You have the right to file a reply objecting to the reopening under Section 148A(b). The Assessing Officer must consider your objections before deciding whether to proceed with reassessment. This reply is critical — a well-argued reply that demonstrates the income was already disclosed or not taxable can prevent reopening entirely. Do not ignore or submit a casual reply.
Yes. If you have filed an appeal against a tax demand before CIT(A) or ITAT, you can apply for a stay of demand before the Assessing Officer or the appellate authority. The standard practice is to pay 20% of the disputed demand and apply for stay of the balance pending the appeal. In cases of genuine hardship, the AO has discretion to grant a stay on payment of a lesser amount. Our team handles stay applications alongside appeal filing.
A scrutiny assessment must be completed within 9 months from the end of the financial year in which the notice under Section 143(2) was served (under the Income Tax Act 2025 timelines). However, in practice, with multiple rounds of queries and submissions, assessments often proceed close to the time limit. Assessments involving international transactions or search proceedings have extended timelines. We monitor deadlines closely to ensure all submissions are filed within time.
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Share the notice with us. Our CA and legal team will review it, advise you on your position, and draft a legally precise response — typically within 48 hours.