The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a new circular, No. 11/2024, effective October 1, 2024, to standardise the process for condoning delays in filing income tax returns (ITRs) for refunds or loss carry-forward claims. The circular introduces specific monetary thresholds for different income tax authorities to handle these applications, with Principal Commissioners managing claims up to £1 crore, Chief Commissioners for claims between £1-3 crore, and Principal Chief Commissioners for those exceeding £3 crore. It also clarifies that applications must be filed within five years of the relevant assessment year's end and that the Central Processing Centre (CPC) can now process delays in ITR verification.
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued Circular No. 11/2024 on October 1, 2024, establishing new guidelines for condoning delays in filing income tax returns (ITRs) claiming refunds or carrying forward losses under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. This circular supersedes all prior instructions and introduces a structured approach to managing delay-related claims based on monetary thresholds.
Key Highlights of the Circular
Monetary Limits for Authorities:
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FAQ :
The circular establishes new guidelines for condoning delays in filing income tax returns (ITRs) when claiming refunds or carrying forward losses, aiming to provide a structured and efficient process for taxpayers.
Principal Commissioners of Income Tax can handle claims up to £1 crore, Chief Commissioners can address claims between £1 crore and £3 crore, and Principal Chief Commissioners are responsible for claims exceeding £3 crore.
Yes, no application will be considered if it is filed beyond five years from the end of the relevant assessment year. This applies to all applications submitted from October 1, 2024, onwards.
The Central Processing Centre (CPC) in Bengaluru is now authorised to process applications for condonation of delay in verifying income tax returns.
Authorities are required to dispose of applications within six months of their receipt.
Yes, belated applications for supplementary refund claims can be admitted if certain conditions are met, including that the refund arises from excess tax deducted at source, excess advance tax payment, or excess self-assessment tax payment.