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Verify a scrutiny notice is genuine

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Genuine notices are visible in your e-Filing login under e-Proceedings and carry a Document Identification Number that can be verified on the portal. The department does not send notices through WhatsApp.

Provisions

Sec 143(2), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 270(8), Income-tax Act 2025); e-Filing portal, Authenticate notice or order issued by ITD

Analysis

Log in directly and check e-Proceedings. Use the authenticate notice service with the DIN. If nothing matches, it is likely fraud, so do not pay or share OTPs. Report the message and keep a screenshot.

Close

  1. Do not click any link in the message.
  2. Log in to the portal and check e-Proceedings.
  3. Verify the DIN.
  4. Report fake messages and change your password if needed.

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