Received a notice from i tax dept. for non filing of return

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Querist : Anonymous

Querist : Anonymous (Querist)

17 April 2017 ONE OF MY FRIEND HAS RECEIVED NOTICE FOR NON FILING OF RETURN OF INCOME FOR AY2015-16.
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE.

CS Advocate Abhishek Goyal

CS Advocate Abhishek Goyal (Expert)
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17 April 2017 Reply to the notice will have to be given citing appropriate reasons for not filing the return for AY 2015-16.

Expert : Anonymous

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17 April 2017 Draft suitable reply and reason for non filing of return and send to AO.

Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma (Expert)
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20 July 2025 Steps to Handle Notice for Non-Filing of Return:
Check whether return was actually filed or not
Sometimes returns are filed but not properly processed or linked, so verify on the Income Tax e-filing portal.
If return was NOT filed:
File the belated return immediately for AY 2015-16 (can be filed within 3 years from the end of relevant assessment year).
Pay any interest or penalty if applicable.
Respond to the Notice:
Draft a polite reply to the Income Tax Officer (AO) explaining the reason for non-filing or delay.
Mention if the return has now been filed (attach acknowledgment).
If income was below taxable limit or exempt, state that clearly.
Send the reply through the prescribed mode (online or offline).
Sample reply format snippet:
To
The Assessing Officer
Income Tax Department
Subject: Reply to Notice under Section 142(1) / 275(1) for AY 2015-16 – Non-filing of return
Respected Sir/Madam,
I, [Name], PAN [XXXXX], hereby submit that the Income Tax Return for AY 2015-16 was not filed due to [state reason, e.g., inadvertent oversight / income below taxable limit / personal reasons].
The return has now been filed on [date] and the acknowledgment number is [xxxxxx]. I request you to kindly consider the same.
I apologize for the delay and assure compliance in future.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
[Name and Signature]
Important Notes:
File the return without delay to avoid further action.
Respond to the notice within the stipulated time.
If needed, consult a tax professional to assist in filing and drafting reply.

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