Inquiry before assessment, Sec 142(1) (now 268(1))

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Inquiry before assessment, Sec 142(1) (now 268(1))

What this means, checked by a CA

The officer wants a return or documents before assessing. A complete, timely reply avoids a best-judgment assessment and penalty.

₹4,999

One time, + 18% GST

  • Delivered in 7 days
  • Due: Date given in the notice

How we do it: IDFD

Every case runs through the same four steps: Information, Discussion, Forms, Deliverables. You see each one ticked as it happens.

InformationWhat we need from you · 7 items
  1. PAN

    Identity on the case and portal

  2. Notice, all pages, with DIN

    Section, deadline, what is asked

  3. Date the notice was received

    Starts the reply clock

  4. Portal access (OTP with client during work)

    To view and respond on the portal

  5. ITR and computation (or file one if asked)

    The basis

  6. Bank statements and books

    Support figures

  7. Specific documents listed in the notice

    As asked

DiscussionWhat we discuss · 3 items
  1. What exactly is asked?

    Scope

  2. Was a return filed for that year?

    Return may be required

  3. Any weak areas in the records?

    Prepare explanations

FormsForms we file · 3 items
  1. Reply with documents on e-Proceedings

    Date in notice

    Where: https://www.incometax.gov.in. Due: Date in notice

  2. File return if notice requires it

    As in notice

    Where: https://www.incometax.gov.in. Due: As in notice

  3. Adjournment request if documents pending

    Before due date

    Where: https://www.incometax.gov.in. Due: Before due date

DeliverablesWhat you get · 2 items
  1. Reply acknowledgement

    Assessment proceeds

    When: Months

  2. Explanation note

    Next notices expected

    When: As issued

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