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Section 201 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 201
What is a 201 notice?
Assessee in default for TDS. An order treating you as in default for TDS you did not deduct or pay, with interest.
How long do I have to reply to 201?
As given in the order. The date printed on your notice always takes priority.
What should I do about 201?
Reply or appeal, with proof the payee paid the tax. A professional reply through Claw starts at ₹7,499 including GST, or ₹5,999 when you book online after verifying your mobile.