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An updated return cannot be revised. For the current year, it is better to use the revised return first if the window is open, and keep ITR-U for later if needed.
ITR
Updated return already filed and then a revised return
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Provisions
Sec 139(8A), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 263(6), Income-tax Act 2025); Sec 139(5), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 263(5), Income-tax Act 2025)
Analysis
For AY 2026-27, the revised return window is open till 31 March 2027 and costs no additional tax, only a fee after 31 December 2026. If you file ITR-U for a year where you could still revise, you pay much more. Use the right tool for the year.
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- Check the year.
- If revision is open, revise.
- Use ITR-U only after the revision window closes.
- Keep acknowledgements.
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