Even after filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) on time, receiving a notice from the Income Tax Department (ITD) can be stressful. But don’t worry — many notices are routine and can be resolved smoothly with the right approach.

At Tax Esquire, we specialize in verifying, analyzing, and responding to all types of income tax notices. Our team ensures that you respond accurately and within the deadline to avoid penalties and stay fully compliant.

📩 What is an Income Tax Notice?

An Income Tax Notice is an official communication issued by the Income Tax Department. It is sent to notify the taxpayer about any:

Discrepancies in ITR
Missing or incomplete information
Scrutiny or re-assessment
Tax demand or refund adjustment
Suspicion of concealment of income

Responding correctly and on time is crucial to prevent legal or financial consequences.

🧾 Common Types of Income Tax Notices

Section	Purpose
Section 142(1)	Request for more information/documents or to file a return
Section 139(9)	Defective or incomplete return filed
Section 148	Income believed to have escaped assessment
Section 156	Demand for tax, penalty, or interest
Section 143(1)	Intimation after ITR processing – refund or tax due
Section 143(2)	Notice for detailed scrutiny or assessment
Section 131	Suspicion of concealed income – summons or inquiry
Section 245	Adjustment of refund against outstanding tax dues

Each notice requires a specific response with documentation – Tax Esquire helps you through every step.

📌 Notice under Section 133(6) – E-Verification Scheme 2021

The Income Tax Department may issue a notice under Section 133(6) to verify data mismatches between your ITR and Annual Information Statement (AIS).

💡 Common Triggers:

ITR not filed, but AIS shows income above the exemption limit
Salary, interest, capital gains reported in AIS but missing/underreported in ITR
High-value transactions (property, shares, mutual funds, foreign travel) unmatched with declared income

🛠️ How to Respond to Notice u/s 133(6)

Review the Notice: Compare AIS data with your ITR
Log in to the Income Tax Portal

Go to: Login → Pending Actions → Compliance Portal → E-Verification
Submit Response:
- Fill the provided questionnaire
- Upload relevant supporting documents

⚖️ Two Possible Scenarios

✅ If the Mistake is from Your Side:

File an Updated Return (u/s 139(8A))
Pay any additional tax/penalty
Submit revised details via the portal

✅ If the Department’s Data is Incorrect:

Respond through the Insights Portal
Attach valid supporting documents and explanations

🎯 Why Choose Tax Esquire for IT Notice Handling?

🧑‍💼 Expert CA & CS Support
📁 Proper Documentation & Legal Drafting
🕒 Timely Filing & Response Management
⚖️ Minimize Penalties & Legal Risks
💼 Full Compliance with Income Tax Laws

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