Notices & Assessments
An income tax notice doesn’t have to be a crisis. We read it, tell you exactly what it means, and prepare the response — documents, reconciliation and representation included.
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Official communication from the tax department
The Income Tax Department issues notices for reasons ranging from a simple mismatch between your return and Form 26AS or the Annual Information Statement, to a full scrutiny assessment of your books. Some are routine intimations; others open a formal review of your filings. Either way, the section under which a notice is issued determines what it’s asking for and how much time you have.
An assessment is the department’s process of examining a return for accuracy — from an automated check to a detailed, document-heavy scrutiny. We identify which stage you’re at, what triggered it, and the fastest compliant way through.
- Mismatch between filed returns and Form 26AS or AIS data
- High-value transactions the department wants explained
- Non-filing or delayed filing of a required return
- Arithmetical errors or incomplete disclosures in a return
- Outstanding tax dues or a shortfall in payment
Anyone who has received a notice, or expects one
A notice under Sections 139(9), 143(1) or 143(2)
Defective-return notices, intimations and scrutiny notices we help you understand and answer correctly.
Scrutiny, reassessment or TDS mismatches
Detailed assessments under Sections 143(3), 147 or 148, and discrepancies between TDS claimed and departmental records.
Adjustment notices under Section 245
Where the department proposes to set a refund off against an existing demand.
From reading the notice to closing the assessment
Notice review
We read the notice, identify the section and explain in plain terms what’s being asked and why.
Document assembly
Returns, financial statements, bank statements and TDS reconciliation pulled together to support your position.
Drafting the response
A clear, factual reply filed within the timeline the notice specifies.
Representation
We correspond and, where needed, represent you before the assessing officer through to closure.
Reassessment and scrutiny support
Where a case moves to detailed assessment, we manage the ongoing documentation and hearings.
Appeal support
If an order goes against you, we help evaluate and prepare an appeal.
Four steps from notice to resolution
Send us the notice
We review it and confirm the section, the ask, and your deadline.
We gather documentation
Returns, statements and proofs matched to what the notice needs.
We draft and file the response
Filed within the department’s timeline, in the correct format.
We represent you through to closure
Follow-up correspondence and hearings handled until the matter is resolved.
Documents you’ll need
A quick checklist so we can move fast. Don’t have one handy? We’ll tell you exactly what works.
Questions companies ask first.
How do I know which section my notice was issued under?
The notice states the section at the top, usually alongside a reference number. Send it to us and we’ll confirm what it means and what’s required before you respond.
What happens if I miss the response deadline?
Every notice carries a deadline stated on the notice itself; missing it can lead to penalties or an unfavourable order passed without your input. We track your exact deadline once we review the notice and file before it lapses.
Can a notice be resolved without visiting the tax office?
Most routine notices and many scrutiny matters are handled through the department’s e-proceedings system entirely online. We manage the correspondence for you and flag if an in-person hearing becomes necessary.
Tell us what you need.
A short call to understand where you stand and how we would run this for you. No obligation.
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