The Income Tax Department of India has introduced an innovative feature on its e-Filing portal called “Request for Order Giving Effect”. This new functionality allows taxpayers to submit requests online for the implementation of orders that are pending with the tax department. By enabling digital submissions, this feature eliminates unnecessary delays and removes the need for physical visits to the Assessing Officer (AO), offering a seamless solution for resolving pending tax matters.
How to Raise a Request
Utilizing this feature is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
- Log in to Your Account: Access the e-Filing portal using your user ID and password.
- Navigate to Services: Once logged in, click on Pending Actions from the dashboard and select e-Proceedings.
- Select ‘Request for Order Giving Effect’: Within the e-Proceedings section, locate and choose this option.
- Initiate a New Request: Click on New Request, fill in the required assessment details, and submit your application.
A step-by-step user guide is available on the official Income Tax Department portal to assist taxpayers in navigating this process.
Orders Covered Under This Feature
This functionality applies to orders issued by the following authorities:
- Joint Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [JCIT(A)]
- Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)]
- National Faceless Appeal Centre (NFAC)
- Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)
- High Courts
- Supreme Court
- CIT Revision Orders
- Any other relevant authorities
Key Benefits
The “Request for Order Giving Effect” feature is a game-changer for taxpayers dealing with delayed tax order implementations. Here’s how it helps:
- Faster Resolution: Expedites the processing of pending tax orders.
- Convenience: Eliminates the need for taxpayers to visit the AO in person.
- Transparency: Enables a clear and trackable process for addressing pending matters.
This initiative is part of the Income Tax Department’s ongoing efforts to modernize tax administration and improve taxpayer experience.
Conclusion
If you are awaiting the processing of an order, this feature provides a streamlined and efficient mechanism to resolve it. Taxpayers are encouraged to make full use of this service to avoid delays and ensure compliance with ease.
For more details, visit the official Income Tax e-Filing Portal.
Any time limit given to the AO ? Because there is no use of this facility unless it is bound by the time limit other wise still the assessee have to go and meet in person to the AO.