ITR is defective

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Shrikar Kamath

2 Points Posted on 20 July 2024

I recieved the following error after filing my ITR. I withdrew PF before completing 5 years of service and with it 10% TDS was deducted. This is mentioned in my form 26AS. I had also made some foreign remittance (~50,000 INR) for which no TCS was done by the bank. This is also mentioned in 26AS. I verified that all income in 26AS is captured in ITR, except the foreign remittance. I fail to understand why is my return categorized as defective. Please help.

The gross receipts shown in Form 26AS, on which credit for TDS has been claimed, are higher than the total of the receipts shown under all heads of income, in the return of income. Thus, while credit for TDS is being claimed, the corresponding receipts are not offered in the respective income schedules, to arrive at the taxable total income. Hence, the return of income filed is regarded as defective, as provided in Explanation (a) under section 139(9).

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Quick Summary

If you've received an 'defective ITR' notice, it's likely because the TDS claimed in your return is higher than the income reported. This often happens when income like foreign remittances isn't correctly accounted for in your tax return schedules. You can rectify this by logging into the e-filing portal, identifying the specific defect, preparing a revised return with the corrections, and submitting it for verification.

Rama chary Rachakonda

Master in Accounts & high court Advocate

9620 Points Posted on 20 July 2024

If you’ve received a notice for a defective income tax return under Section 139(9), here’s how you can correct it: Identify the Defect: Log in to the Income Tax e-filing portal using your PAN and password. Check the notice to understand the specific defect in your return1. Prepare a Revised Return: Download the ITR form you originally used. Correct the errors mentioned in the notice. Generate the XML file after making the corrections. Submit the Response: Log in to the e-filing portal. Go to the “e-File” menu and select “e-File in response to notice u/s 139(9)”. Upload the corrected XML file and submit2. Verification: After submitting the revised return, verify it using one of the available methods (Aadhaar OTP, EVC, or sending a signed physical copy to CPC, Bangalore). Confirmation: Once the revised return is processed, you will receive a confirmation from the Income Tax Department1. If you need more detailed guidance, you can refer to the Income Tax Department’s FAQs or consult a tax professional.