ICAI sends representation to CBDT Finance Ministry of India for concerns related to 26AS, AIS, TIS & e-filing of Forms

Sub: Concerns in relation to Form 26AS/TIS/AIS and in e-filing the ITR Forms

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAl), being a partner in nation building plays a pivotal role in strengthening the relationship between the taxpayers and the Department; by bringing to the notice of the Department, genuine hardship being faced by the taxpayers so that the same can be resolved timely for effective tax compliance. In this direction, we bring to your kind notice issues faced by taxpayers with respect to accessing Form 26AS/TIS/AIS and preparing and filing their returns of income.

As you are kindly aware, section 139(1) of the Act provides for the statutory timeline of 31st July, 2024 for filing of returns of income of for the A.Y. 2024-25 of individuals, HUFs, firms who are not subject to tax audit. Many of the taxpayers are facing difficulty in relation tor Form 26AS/AIS/TIS due to glitches in the income-tax e filing portal.

Concerns/issues faced by the taxpayers