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Section 131 is numbered under the Income-tax Act, 1961, which governs returns up to FY 2025-26. A notice for tax year 2026-27 onwards, under the Income-tax Act, 2025, carries a new section number. Your professional maps it for you.
Questions about 131
What is a 131 notice?
Summons. A summons to appear in person or produce documents, often in an investigation. It carries the powers of a civil court.
How long do I have to reply to 131?
Date printed on the summons. The date printed on your notice always takes priority.
What should I do about 131?
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