The Classic Partners LLP
Section 133(6) — Information Call Notice
A Section 133(6) notice asks you to furnish information or explain transactions — often about deposits, purchases, donations, or dealings with another taxpayer. We draft accurate, safe replies.
Reply to 133(6)What is a Section 133(6) Notice?
Section 133(6) of the Income Tax Act empowers income tax authorities to call for information from any person — taxpayer or not — that is useful for, or relevant to, any inquiry or proceeding under the Act. Banks, buyers, sellers, employers, donees, and ordinary individuals all receive these notices.
In recent years, 133(6) notices have been issued in bulk to verify cash deposits, political and charitable donations claimed under 80G/80GGC, bogus purchase information, and high-value transactions in AIS. Your reply often decides whether the matter ends quietly or escalates into a reassessment notice under Section 148 — so accuracy matters enormously.
Common Reasons for a 133(6) Notice
- Verification of deductions claimed — donations under 80G/80GGC, 80C investments, HRA.
- Explanation of cash deposits, large credits, or fixed deposits in bank accounts.
- Confirmation of transactions with a third party whose case is under inquiry.
- Verification of purchases or sales flagged as suspicious by the investigation wing.
- Pre-verification before reopening a case under Section 147.
What We Handle
Notice Assessment
Understanding what is asked, why, and what's at stake.
Evidence Building
Receipts, bank proofs, agreements, and confirmations.
Careful Drafting
Complete answers that don't create new exposure.
Portal Filing
Timely submission on the e-filing compliance portal.
Claim Corrections
Updated returns (ITR-U) where a claim cannot be substantiated.
Follow-Through
Handling any subsequent income tax notice that follows.
Why Choose The Classic Partners
- Qualified Chartered Accountants who know how 133(6) replies are used downstream.
- Risk-aware drafting — full compliance without self-incrimination by carelessness.
- Fast turnaround for short reply deadlines.
- Transparent fees and a single point of contact for your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it mandatory to reply to a Section 133(6) notice?
Yes. Non-compliance attracts a penalty under Section 272A(2) of Rs. 500 per day of default, and silence is usually treated as confirmation of the adverse information — often leading to reassessment.
Can a 133(6) notice be issued to someone who is not a taxpayer?
Yes. The section covers "any person", including banks, companies, firms, and individuals who may simply hold information relevant to someone else's case.
I received a 133(6) notice about my 80G/80GGC donation. What should I do?
Submit the donation receipt, payment proof, and the donee's approval details. If the claim cannot be substantiated, filing an updated return and paying the differential tax is usually safer than contesting a weak claim.
Does a 133(6) notice mean my case is reopened?
No. It is an information-gathering step, not a reassessment. However, an unsatisfactory or absent reply can become the "information" used to reopen your case under Sections 147/148.
How much time do I get to respond?
The notice specifies the deadline — commonly 7 to 15 days. An adjournment can be requested with reasons, but responding within time with complete documents is always preferable.
Got a 133(6) information call?
Reply accurately and on time — before a small notice becomes a big case.
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