Shirish Agrawal & Associates

Notice Handling

Got a Tax Notice?
Don't Ignore It.

Ignoring an income tax or GST notice leads to penalties, interest, and even prosecution. Our advocates draft precise, legally sound replies that protect your interests.

Income Tax Notices We Handle

Section 143(1)

Intimation Under Processing

Usually a mismatch between your return and Form 26AS / AIS. Often demands additional tax.

Section 143(2)

Scrutiny Notice

The IT department wants to examine your return in detail. Respond within the stipulated date.

Section 148 / 148A

Notice for Reassessment

Issued when the department believes income has escaped assessment. Needs careful legal response.

Section 156

Demand Notice

You have been assessed and a tax demand has been raised. Pay within 30 days or file an appeal.

Section 245

Refund Adjustment Notice

Your refund is being set off against a past outstanding demand. We verify and respond if incorrect.

Section 139(9)

Defective Return Notice

Your ITR has been flagged as defective. Must be corrected within 15 days or it is treated as not filed.

GST Notices We Handle

GSTR-3A

Non-filing Notice

Issued for failure to file GST returns. File pending returns immediately to avoid further action.

DRC-01

Tax Demand Notice

A notice demanding unpaid GST, interest, and penalty. Must be contested within 30 days.

Section 61

Return Scrutiny Notice

Discrepancies found in your filed returns. Requires a written explanation with supporting documents.

Section 70

Summons

You are called to appear before a GST officer. Engage a consultant before attending.

Our Notice Resolution Process

  1. 1

    Share the notice and your last 3 years of returns / GST filings with us

  2. 2

    We analyse the ground of demand and cross-check with your records

  3. 3

    A detailed written reply is drafted citing applicable sections and case law

  4. 4

    We file the reply on the income tax / GST portal on your behalf

  5. 5

    If required, we represent you at the hearing with the officer

  6. 6

    We follow up until the matter is fully resolved or closed

Time-Sensitive

Most notices have a 15–30 day response window

Missing the deadline means the demand becomes final. Contact us as soon as you receive the notice — even if the deadline is tomorrow.