Income tax notice · 131

Summons

A summons to appear in person or produce documents, often in an investigation. It carries the powers of a civil court.

Income tax · 131

Summons

Serious

A summons to appear in person or produce documents, often in an investigation. It carries the powers of a civil court.

Time to respond
Date printed on the summons
What to do
Prepare carefully with your professional before appearing
Professional reply
from₹12,499incl. GST

The date printed on your notice always wins over the usual period shown here. Law: Income-tax Act, 1961.

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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?

Prepare carefully with your professional before appearing. A professional reply through Claw starts at ₹12,499 including GST, or ₹9,999 when you book online after verifying your mobile.

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