The Income Tax Department allows taxpayers to make changes or rectify a filed tax return within a specified timeframe. This window is known as the amendment window. However, it is important to note that certain changes may not be allowed such as changes in income, deductions, or tax liability.
Time Limit for Corrections
The time limit for making changes to a filed tax return is generally within one year from the end of the relevant assessment year. For example, if you filed your tax return for the financial year 2022-2023 which is basically the assessment year 2023-2024, you have until the end of the assessment year 2024-2025 to make corrections.
Procedure for Corrections
To make changes to a filed tax return after the due date, follow these steps:
- Visit the official Income Tax e-Filing portal (www.incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in) and log in using your credentials.
- Access the "Rectification" option in the "e-File" section. Fill in the necessary details and upload the rectification request form, providing the required information related to the changes you want to make.
- The portal will provide further instructions on the rectification process, including any additional documents or details that may be required. Follow the instructions carefully and provide the necessary information.
Making changes to filed tax returns after the due date is possible within the amendment window provided by the Income Tax Department in India. By logging in to the Government’s Income Tax e-Filing portal, submitting a rectification request with the required information, and following the instructions provided, you can correct errors or omissions in their filed tax returns.
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