Updated return invalid tax paid status

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Discussion on the consequences of an invalid updated return and rejected rectification/condonation requests. Experts clarified that the last valid ITR will be considered for assessment, while TDS and taxes paid remain credited to the PAN and may be adjusted in future scrutiny or reassessment.

Rahul Singh

Rahul Singh (Querist)

22 February 2026 Sir
My updated return is invalidated by CPC subsequently I filed rectification which is also rejected by CPC I request to AO for rectification but that also is rejected stating CPC decision of updated return invalid and rectification rejection is correct Subsequently I filed application for Condanation of delay which is also rejected by AO and PCIT
1. What will happen to my tax paid and TDS paid during year will tax paid will be considered if scrutiny/reassessment happens
2.Which ITR will be considered for final assessment if scrutiny/reassessment happens

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma

(Expert)

22 February 2026 Because your Updated Return is invalid, the tax department will revert to your last valid return for any future assessments. While the "Invalid" status means you can't use that return to claim benefits, any TDS and taxes actually paid remain credited to your PAN and can be adjusted against tax demands if your case is ever picked up for Scrutiny or Reassessment.