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CIT(A) & ITAT — Expert Appellate Representation

Challenging an adverse income tax assessment order? We represent you before the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) and Income Tax Appellate Tribunal with thorough preparation and strong legal arguments.

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What It Covers

Everything You Get
With This Service

If an Assessing Officer raises an unjust demand or disallows legitimate deductions, you have the right to appeal. The appellate process involves strict timelines, technical legal arguments, and complex documentation — our tax advocates handle it all.

  • Detailed review of the impugned assessment order
  • Identification of strong grounds of appeal
  • Filing of Form 35 before CIT(A) within 30 days
  • Preparation of paper book with evidence and case laws
  • Written submissions and synopsis for personal hearings
  • Representation before NFAC/CIT(A)
  • Second appeal before ITAT (Income Tax Appellate Tribunal)
  • Stay application for demand during appeal
  • Response to ex-parte orders under Section 144
  • Penalty appeal under Section 271(1)(c)
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Income Tax Appeals
by BYF Consulting LLP
Response Time
Within 24 Hours
Service Coverage
Pan India — Remote
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Our Process

How We Deliver This
Service — Step by Step

1

Order Analysis

We review the assessment order, compute the disputed demand, and identify contestable additions.

2

Grounds of Appeal

We draft detailed grounds of appeal citing legal provisions, CBDT circulars, and judicial precedents.

3

Filing with CIT(A)

We file Form 35 within 30 days of the order, with the mandatory pre-deposit of 20% of disputed tax.

4

Hearing & Representation

We attend hearings, file additional submissions, and pursue the appeal to a favourable order.

Questions Answered

Frequently Asked
Questions

What is the pre-deposit requirement for IT appeals?▾
Section 220(6) requires a 20% pre-deposit of the disputed tax demand for the Assessing Officer to grant a stay during appeal.
What is the time limit to file an income tax appeal?▾
Appeals to CIT(A) must be filed within 30 days of service of the assessment order or demand notice.
What is the difference between CIT(A) and ITAT?▾
CIT(A) is the first appellate authority. ITAT is the second appellate authority. ITAT decisions on legal questions can be challenged in the High Court.
What type of orders can be appealed?▾
Assessment orders, penalty orders, refund rejection orders, and TDS default orders are all appealable before CIT(A).
How long does an income tax appeal take?▾
CIT(A) cases typically take 1–3 years. ITAT cases can take 2–5 years depending on the jurisdiction and complexity.
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