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Penalty proceedings u/s 217F
03 Mar 2018 
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Non-filing allegation under section 217F: verify Form 26AS, access notice via PAN, and file a nil-tax return if eligible.
Allegation of non-filing and potential penalty proceedings under section 217F prompted the taxpayer to seek guidance, claiming income below the exemption threshold. Advisers directed verification of Form 26AS, electronic access via PAN to obtain notice and contact details, and filing a return indicating nil tax if income is below the limit; they also observed contact information is usually on the notice itself. (AI Summary)
Allegation of non-filing and potential penalty proceedings under section 217F prompted the taxpayer to seek guidance, claiming income below the exemption threshold. Advisers directed verification of Form 26AS, electronic access via PAN to obtain notice and contact details, and filing a return indicating nil tax if income is below the limit; they also observed contact information is usually on the notice itself. (AI Summary)
I have received aletter from the assistant commisionar of income tax Circle 1, Palakkad N.Prasanna. It is said that i have not filed return of income for the year 2015-16. But according to my bank statement my income is less than two and half lakhs. plese advice me to do the necessary action.