Dear Taxpayer, ANIL KAUSHAL (BOSPKXXXXL)
It is observed that you have claimed deduction under section 80GGC of Rs 500000 in your ITR for A.Y. 2023-24. It is requested that the claim may be verified and mistake, if any, may be rectified by updating the ITR for A.Y. 2023-24 by 31.03.2025.
Warm regards
Income Tax Department
Did you received the above message from income tax department? worried about , what should do?
Steps to Take Upon Receiving a SMS for Section 80GGC Deduction Discrepancy or verification
If you have received a notice from the Income Tax Department regarding a claimed deduction under Section 80GGC, it is crucial to verify and rectify the details to ensure compliance with tax laws. Section 80GGC allows taxpayers to claim deductions for donations made to political parties. However, any discrepancies or unverified claims can lead to legal and financial complications.
As a leading CA Firm in Delhi and Noida, we guide taxpayers through the proper steps to resolve such issues effectively.
Steps to Take After Receiving the Notice
- Verify the Claimed Deduction
- Check your filed Income Tax Return (ITR) for A.Y. 2023-24 to confirm the amount claimed under Section 80GGC.
- Ensure that the donation was made to a registered political party or electoral trust through a valid payment mode (excluding cash).
- Cross-check the acknowledgment or receipt of the donation from the concerned party.
- Gather Supporting Documents
- Please make sure you are in possession of Donation receipt or Obtain a donation receipt from the political party or trust.
- Keep a copy of the bank transaction statement as proof of payment.
- File an Updated ITR (ITR-U) if Required
- If you find any mistake in the claim, file an Updated Return (ITR-U) under Section 139(8A) before 31st March 2025.
- The ITR-U can be filed online through the Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
- Ensure accurate reporting to avoid penalties or further scrutiny.
- Respond to the Notice Properly (in case if you have received the Tax Notice)
- If your claim is correct, respond to the Income Tax Department with necessary documents.
- Use the Compliance Portal on the Income Tax website to submit your response.
- If required, seek assistance from a professional CA Firm in Delhi and Noida for drafting a response.
- We have already highlighted this matter earlier, emphasizing that the government is actively monitoring and identifying fake deductions claimed through updated ITRs. This issue was recently addressed and published on our website. You can read the full article by clicking here
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Handling tax notices and rectifications requires expertise in income tax laws and compliance. Professional assistance ensures:
✅ Correct tax filing and compliance with regulations.
✅ Proper documentation and legal response to the tax department.
✅ Avoidance of penalties due to incorrect claims.
If you have received a similar notice, contact our expert team at N C Agrawal & Associates, a trusted CA Firm in Delhi and Noida, for hassle-free assistance in resolving tax discrepancies and filing Updated ITR.