Respond to an Outstanding Demand
The Taxpayer can submit the response online to the outstanding demand by either choosing to ‘Agree’ or ‘Disagree’ with the demand.
Perform the following steps for Responding to the Outstanding Demand.
- Logon to ‘e-Filing’ Portal https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/
- Go to the ‘Pending Actions’ menu and Click ‘Response to Outstanding Demand’
- Click on 'Submit Response' button.
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Select any one option
- oDemand is correct
- oDisagree with demand (Either in Full or Part)
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If option “Demand is correct” is selected, then perform the following step.
- o Select further any one option
- (a) Not paid yet
- (b) Yes, already paid challan has CIN
- If option (a) Not paid yet, then make the payment and provide
- If option (b) Yes, already paid challan has CIN, then provide challan details and attach challan in pdf format.
- If option “Disagree with demand (Either in Full or Part)” is selected then add Reasons for disagreeing with demand and submit the response.
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Let's delve into the step-by-step process outlined in the provided article for responding to an outstanding demand:
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Logon to ‘e-Filing’ Portal:
- Navigate to the official Income Tax e-filing portal:
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Go to the ‘Pending Actions’ Menu:
- Once logged in, locate the 'Pending Actions' menu.
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Click ‘Response to Outstanding Demand’:
- Within the 'Pending Actions' menu, select 'Response to Outstanding Demand.'
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Click on 'Submit Response' Button:
- Initiate the response process by clicking on the 'Submit Response' button.
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Select Response Option:
- Choose either 'Agree' or 'Disagree' with the outstanding demand.
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If Option “Demand is Correct” is Selected:
- a. If the taxpayer agrees with the demand, select one of the following:
- (a) "Not paid yet": Make the payment and provide the necessary details.
- (b) "Yes, already paid challan has CIN": Provide the challan details and attach the challan in PDF format.
- a. If the taxpayer agrees with the demand, select one of the following:
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If Option “Disagree with Demand (Either in Full or Part)” is Selected:
- Add detailed reasons for disagreeing with the demand.
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Submit the Response:
- Once all relevant details are provided, submit the response.
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By following these steps meticulously, taxpayers can efficiently respond to outstanding demands, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This process demonstrates a seamless integration of technology and tax procedures, providing taxpayers with a user-friendly interface to address their tax obligations. If you encounter any challenges during this process, feel free to seek assistance through the provided portal for a smooth resolution.
