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Section 144B 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 144B
What is a 144B notice?
Faceless show-cause or draft order. In a faceless assessment, the department proposes additions to your income and asks why they should not be made. Your reply decides the final order.
How long do I have to reply to 144B?
As given, often 7 days or less. The date printed on your notice always takes priority.
What should I do about 144B?
Reply with evidence and ask for a video hearing if needed. A professional reply through Claw starts at ₹8,699 including GST, or ₹6,999 when you book online after verifying your mobile.