This blog post provides a comprehensive guide to Scrutiny Assessment under Income Tax Section 143(3), including its purpose, time limit, notice, and hearing process. It helps taxpayers understand the importance of complying with the income tax laws and avoiding penalties.

The time limit for issue of notice under Section 143(2) of the Income-tax Act, 1961, is six months from the end of the financial year in which the return of income is filed. This time limit can be extended by the Commissioner of Income-tax or the Chief Commissioner of Income-tax, as the case may be, for a period not exceeding six months. Taxpayers must comply with the notice issued by the AO within the prescribed period to avoid adverse consequences.

This blog post provides an in-depth explanation of the income tax notice under Section 143(2) and the scrutiny process under Section 143(3). It covers the types of notices, consequences of ignoring, and time limits for issuing notices and final assessment orders, helping taxpayers navigate the complexities of the income tax laws.