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e-Verification notice compared with an e-campaign
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Facts
Yes. An e-verification is a more formal step under the e-Verification Scheme 2021, where the department asks you to explain specific mismatches before it decides on further action. It is answered on the same Compliance Portal.
Provisions and law
- e-Verification Scheme 2021 (under Sec 135A, Income-tax Act 1961)Lets the department verify information with the taxpayer electronically.
- Sec 133(6), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 252(1)(a), Income-tax Act 2025)Officer can call for information.
Analysis
An e-verification notice often cites Sec 133(6) (now Sec 252(1)(a)) and has a fixed reply date. Treat it like a notice, not a reminder. Give documents for each item and say clearly whether it is in your return. If it shows income you missed, file an updated return before or along with the reply where allowed.
Conclusion
- Check the section and reply date on the notice.
- Gather documents for each item listed.
- Respond on the Compliance Portal under e-Verification.
- Fix any missed income with a revised or updated return.
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