The Press Information Bureau's Fact Check Unit (PIB Fact Check) has issued an important alert cautioning taxpayers against a fake email scam impersonating the Income Tax Department. The fraudulent email, which claims to be from the Income Tax Department, asks recipients to perform a "manual verification" and may contain suspicious links or requests for sensitive information.
Taking to social media on July 19, 2025, PIB Fact Check clarified:
- This email is FAKE!
- Do NOT click on suspicious links or share personal, financial, or sensitive information via email, SMS, or call.
📩 Received an email from the ‘Income Tax Department’ asking for manual verification❓#PIBFactCheck
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) July 19, 2025
❌This email is FAKE!
❌ Do NOT click on suspicious links or share personal, financial, or sensitive information via email, SMS, or call.
🚨Report such phishing attempts here:… pic.twitter.com/trK7moACJY
Taxpayers are being urged to stay vigilant and not fall for phishing attempts that mimic official government communication. These emails often trick users into disclosing personal details, bank credentials, or login information, which can then be misused for identity theft or financial fraud.
The Income Tax Department has reiterated that any official correspondence is generally conducted via its e-filing portal or through registered communication channels.
In case of receiving such suspicious emails, citizens are advised to report phishing attempts immediately at the official reporting page: https://incometaxindia.gov.in/pages/report-phishing.aspx
With cyber frauds on the rise, especially during income tax filing season, both salaried and self-employed individuals must exercise caution and verify all emails and links before taking action.
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