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Section 226(3) 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 226(3)
What is a 226(3) notice?
Bank or third-party attachment. The department has told your bank, or someone who owes you money, to pay your unpaid tax directly to the government.
How long do I have to reply to 226(3)?
Immediate. The date printed on your notice always takes priority.
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