🤔 Why your ITR is still not processed? | Tax Q&A Digest #62

[Diti_Savalia]

Hi there!

It’s been weeks, maybe even months since you filed your ITR. There’s still no refund, no update…just a quiet “under processing” on the portal. Nearly 1.29 crore taxpayers are in the same spot, waiting for their return to be processed.

But behind that silence is a system sorting through millions of returns – matching data, verifying TDS, cross-checking details. Most are processed smoothly, some take a little longer, and a few take an unexpected turn. Instead of a refund, what lands in your inbox is a different kind of message altogether – an income tax notice.

Notices come in many shades. Sometimes they’re routine communications; other times, they ask for clarification or additional information. And that’s where most people get stuck because every notice refers to a section you’ve never read before and demands a response you’re not entirely sure about. Yet, it’s important to respond in time, as delays can lead to penalties, follow-up notices, or even reopening of your case.

We’ve handpicked threads on these topics in today’s edition.

TOP THREADS

Why is my ITR still not processed?

Even if you’ve filed and e-verified your return on time, the ITD is taking longer to process ITRs this year. Many taxpayers have seen their ITRs stuck on ‘under processing’ for weeks because the ITD has added extra checks and AI-based verifications to counter false deductions. Another reason your return might be stuck is…Continue Reading

What does my income tax notice mean?

If you’ve received a notice, it could be serious or just a status update, like an intimation under Section 143(1). To understand the purpose of the notice you’ve received and what action is required from you, you need to carefully check for…Continue Reading

How do I reply to an income tax notice?

A notice usually requires some action on your part. Depending on the type, you may need to submit documents, clarify income details, or correct errors in your return. And responding within the timeline is crucial to avoid penalties or follow-up notices. Here’s how you can reply directly to the notice by…Continue Reading

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FAQs

Does a revised return take longer to process?

If you’ve filed a revised ITR, the earlier version becomes void and processing restarts from the latest one. So, the more recent your revision, the longer it may take to be processed.

Are a notice and an intimation the same?

An intimation is usually just a status update, like confirming your return is processed or a refund is due. You don’t need to take any action in such cases. Whereas, a notice requires action: submit documents, correct errors, or sometimes pay additional tax.

Where do I find my tax notice?

Notice are usually sent to your registered email or SMS. The password to the protected PDF is your PAN (in lowercase) + your date of birth (DDMMYYYY). You can also view them on the e-filing portal under Pending Actions → e-Proceedings (for documents/clarifications) or Response to Outstanding Demand (for tax payments).

WHAT’S YOUR ANSWER?

What does a notice under Section 139(9) mean?

• Scrutiny assessment
• Defective return
• Demand notice
• Adjustment of refund

RESULTS FROM LAST DIGEST

Up to what amount is there no TDS on dividend income?

A) ₹5,000 (33%)

B) ₹10,000 (46%)

C) ₹12,000 (6%)

D) ₹15,000 (15%)

46% of people chose the right answer. Well done!