Taxpayers are required to file their income tax return (ITR) within a specified deadline, with a separate timeframe allocated for e-verification to complete the filing process. Failure to adhere to these deadlines results in penalties and scrutiny by tax authorities.
However, the 'condonation request' submission comes as lifeline for those facing delays, providing them with another opportunity to comply.
This request can be submitted through the
income tax e-filing portal.
Prerequisites for filing 'condonation requests':
To avail the condonation request service, individuals must:
Be a registered user of the e-filing portal with a valid user ID and password.
Have PAN card linked to bank account.
Ensure their bank and demat accounts are validated and e-verification enabled.Steps to submit 'condonation request' for delay in ITR verification:
If taxpayers forget to e-verify their ITR within the stipulated timeframe, they can follow these steps to submit a condonation request:
Navigate to the e-filing website.
Log in using the user ID and password.
Go to the 'Dashboard,' select 'Services,' and click on 'Condonation Request.'
Choose the 'Delay in submission of ITR-V' option.
Press 'Continue.'
Click on 'Create Condonation Request' and select the specific ITR record.
Enter the reason for the delay.
Press 'Submit.'Upon successful submission, a transaction ID will be provided, and a confirmation message will be sent to the registered mobile number and email address.
Filing condonation request for ITR 'after time-barred'
For those who fail to file their ITR before the last date, the following steps should be followed:
Visit the e-filing website.
Log in using the user ID and password.
Navigate to 'Dashboard,' click on 'Services,' and go to 'Condonation Request.'
Select the 'Allow ITR filing after time-barred' option.
Click on 'Continue.'
Choose the 'Create Condonation Request' option.
Enter required details and upload the ITR .
Upload supporting documents and press 'Submit.'After successful submission, a transaction ID will be provided, along with a confirmation message on the registered email and phone number.
Upon approval of the request by the Income Tax Department, taxpayers can proceed to submit their
tax return.(Edited by : Shoma Bhattacharjee)
