Section 133(6) of Income Tax Act: How to Reply Online via IT Portal?

Poojitha Raam Vinay | Last updated: 03 November 2025

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Section 133(6) of the Income Tax Act empowers the department to request information or documents from anyone for tax verification purposes. These notices are investigative and don't imply wrongdoing, often arising from unusual transactions or return discrepancies. You can respond online through the e-Filing portal's 'e-Proceedings' section by submitting a full or partial response with supporting documents, or use the 'Comply to Notice' facility if portal login isn't possible, though this has limitations.

Under Section 133(6), the Income Tax Department has the legal authority to summon any person or entity—not just taxpayers—to furnish information or documents related to tax matters, whether or not an assessment is underway. High-value or inconsistent transactions. Sudden spikes in income or

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Poojitha Raam Vinay

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I simplify complex income tax, TDS, banking, and investment updates into practical insights for taxpayers, salaried professionals, pensioners, and senior citizens. I regularly write on ITR filing, tax compliance, savings schemes, and the latest financial rule changes in India.

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