Notices are common and usually routine. Here is what the main types mean and how to respond.
Receiving an income-tax notice can be alarming, but most are routine. Understanding the section helps you respond correctly and on time.
Common notices
- Section 143(1): an intimation after processing — often just a computation match.
- Section 139(9): a defective return that needs correction.
- Section 143(2): selection for scrutiny.
What to do
- Note the response deadline — do not ignore it.
- Gather the relevant documents and reconcile the figures.
- Respond through the income-tax portal, ideally with a CA reviewing the reply.
A timely, well-drafted response usually closes the matter without escalation.
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