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Updated Return of Income: Rules, Eligibility and Filing Process

Income Tax : Taxpayers can file updated returns within 48 months of the assessment year by paying additional tax. The provision promotes volunt...

June 9, 2026 15162 Views 0 comment Print

Updated Return After Reassessment Notice Comes With Higher Tax Cost Because Additional 10% Levy Proposed

Income Tax : The Finance Bill 2026 proposes allowing taxpayers to file an Updated Return even after receiving a reassessment notice under Secti...

March 6, 2026 2919 Views 0 comment Print

Section 139(8A) Updated Return (ITR-U): Law as Amended and Practical Implications

Income Tax : Section 139(8A) now permits filing of ITR-U within 48 months from the end of the assessment year. However, it cannot be used to re...

February 20, 2026 11241 Views 2 comments Print

Technical & Operational Impediments in Implementation of Section 139(8A)

Income Tax : Explore the legal and technical hurdles in filing Updated Returns under Section 139(8A), including Excel utility dependencies and ...

January 1, 2026 1581 Views 0 comment Print

Missed ITR Deadlines? Key “Cliff Dates” for Belated Returns & ITR-U

Income Tax : Explains deadlines for belated returns and the updated ITR-U window, helping taxpayers avoid escalating additional tax under secti...

December 28, 2025 4788 Views 0 comment Print


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Eligibility and Restrictions for Updated Income Tax Returns

Income Tax : Learn about updated returns under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act, including eligibility criteria, restrictions, and conditi...

January 14, 2025 2472 Views 1 comment Print

Guide to Filing Updated Returns Under Section 139(8A)

Income Tax : Learn how to file updated returns under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act within 24 months from the assessment year end. Know ...

March 9, 2024 2844 Views 0 comment Print

Last date to file ITR-U for A.Y. 2021-22 (F.Y. 2020-21) is 31.03.2024

Income Tax : Department urges taxpayers, to view their AIS through e-filing portal and file updated ITRs (ITR-U), wherever necessary. Eligible ...

March 4, 2024 7320 Views 0 comment Print

Representation on Updated Return Processing under Income Tax Section 139(8A)

Income Tax : Explore the challenges faced by Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (R) in processing updated returns under Section ...

January 19, 2024 18117 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Telangana HC Dismisses Writ as Section 139(8A) Bars Updated Return During Pending Assessment

Income Tax : The Court ruled that an assessee cannot invoke Section 139(8A) after initiation of assessment proceedings under Section 143(2). It...

February 12, 2026 402 Views 0 comment Print

Notice by Jurisdictional AO, Assessment by NFAC Held Invalid: ITAT Quashes Entire 147 Proceedings

Income Tax : The Tribunal held the reassessment invalid as NFAC completed the process without issuing a mandatory notice under section 148A. It...

November 27, 2025 789 Views 0 comment Print

Digital Press is a Computer: ITAT Grants 60% Depreciation

Income Tax : The central issue was the correct depreciation rate for the HP Indigo Digital Press. ITAT Mumbai ruled the printer is an integral ...

October 24, 2025 474 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Notifies Form and Manner for filing Updated Return

Income Tax : CBDT Notifies vide Notification No. 48/2022-Income Tax Dated- 29.04.2022 Form and Manner for filing updated Income Tax return. Upd...

April 29, 2022 55353 Views 4 comments Print


Understanding ITR-U vs. Condonation of Delay: What Taxpayers Need to Know

March 7, 2025 2625 Views 0 comment Print

Ever missed a tax deadline or realized you underreported income in a past return? The Income Tax Department offers two remedies: Updated Returns (ITR-U) and Condonation of Delay. While both address late filings, they serve different purposes. Let’s break down their differences in plain language to help you choose the right option.

Comparison of ITR-U (Section 139(8A)) & Condonation of Delay of ITR (Section 119(2)(b))

March 6, 2025 2874 Views 1 comment Print

Comparison of ITR-U (Section 139(8A)) and Condonation of Delay of ITR (Section 119(2)(b)) Introduction The Income Tax Act, 1961, provides different mechanisms for taxpayers to address missed deadlines for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR). Two key provisions in this regard are: ITR-U (Section 139(8A)) – Allows taxpayers to update their returns by paying additional tax. […]

Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U)/Belated Return u/s 139(8A): A Detailed Overview Post Budget 2025

February 26, 2025 7662 Views 0 comment Print

The Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U) is a recent provision introduced under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This provision gives taxpayers an opportunity to correct errors or omissions in their previously filed returns, even after the prescribed deadlines have passed.

Updated Return Filing Time Limit Extended to 48 Months

February 3, 2025 3708 Views 0 comment Print

The Finance Bill, 2025 extends the time limit for filing updated returns to 48 months, with varying additional taxes based on filing time.

Extended Time Limit for Filing Updated ITR (48 Months): FAQs

February 2, 2025 2991 Views 0 comment Print

The Finance Bill 2025 extends the time limit for filing updated ITR from 24 to 48 months, with revised additional tax rates based on filing timelines.

Eligibility and Restrictions for Updated Income Tax Returns

January 14, 2025 2472 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about updated returns under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act, including eligibility criteria, restrictions, and conditions for furnishing updated returns.

Income tax Return filing New Dates for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25)

April 8, 2024 21930 Views 0 comment Print

Understand Section 139 of the Income Tax Act, its implications on return filing due dates, and the changes for FY 2023-24. Learn about new dates, old regime, and key considerations.

Section 139(8A)- Updated Return (ITR-U): FAQs

March 30, 2024 183072 Views 3 comments Print

Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act allows filing an updated return within 24 months from the end of the relevant assessment year. Learn more about eligibility, provisions, and FAQs.

Section 139(8A): Updated Return effective from 1st April, 2022

March 16, 2024 5223 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about Section 139(8A) effective from April 1, 2022, its impact on tax filing, rules, and when to file updated returns. Get insights now!

Guide to Filing Updated Returns Under Section 139(8A)

March 9, 2024 2844 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to file updated returns under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act within 24 months from the assessment year end. Know the exclusions.

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