ITR

Filing a revised return section

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Choose Sec 139(5) for a revised return. For AY 2026-27 it can be filed up to 31 March 2027, with a fee if filed after 31 December 2026.

Provisions

Sec 139(5), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 263(5), Income-tax Act 2025); Sec 234I, Income-tax Act 1961

Analysis

Give the original acknowledgement number and date. The revised return replaces the original. You can revise more than once within time. Revise early to avoid the fee.

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  1. Note the original acknowledgement.
  2. Choose 139(5).
  3. Correct the figures.
  4. File and verify.

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