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At Book My Accountant, we well understand the plight of taxpayers who cannot manage unresolved tax disputes. To reduce this concern, the Central Government has brought in the Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2024. The scheme aims to ease legal disputes by offering a direct tax solution for many struggling individuals. Let us take a closer look into this scheme and how it can help you.
The Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2024 was enacted under section 99 of Finance Act, 2024, and is expected to come into effect from October 1, 2024. This scheme aims to expedite tax dispute resolution without burdening appellate authorities, benefiting taxpayers and the Income Tax Department.
This applies to objections before the DRP under Section 144C of the Income Tax Act where directions remain pending as of July 22, 2024, or are incomplete.
Taxpayers must submit their relief claim under the Vivad se Vishwas Scheme via Form 1 on the Income Tax portal. On filing, the declaration would be verified by the designated authority. Upon confirmation, the designated authority calculates and informs the appellant of the amount due within 15 days via Form 2.
Amount payable under the scheme will depend upon the following factors:
If the appeal is filed by the Income Tax Department, it is 50% of the disputed amount that the person will have to pay.
Applying the Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2024 can significantly reduce your tax liability and help resolve pending tax issues effectively.
"According to experts- Ashish Chorasia, Taxation Head, S.K. Dhanania & Co. this is to be availed by individuals whose income is less than Rs 50 Lakhs with not much variation in the assessed income. This will have lower liabilities for eligible taxpayers under DTVSV 2024 compared to E-DRS."
Important Considerations
Amount paid under the scheme No refund Any amount paid under the scheme is non-refundable. However, if an excess payment has been made before filing Form 1, the excess amount (without interest) will be refunded. Appeals The following are not eligible for this scheme:
In the case that a statement was found to be false then, the declaration shall become invalid.
The Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2024 offers taxpayers a chance to resolve tax disputes at a lower cost. The Vivad se Vishwas Scheme resolves tax matters, offering relief from litigation, financial burdens, and providing peace of mind. Book My Accountant encourages eligible taxpayers to look into this opportunity and realize its benefits.
For more information and to schedule assistance in filing under the Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2024, call Book My Accountant today. Our experts will be here to guide you through the process and help you reach a smooth resolution of your tax disputes.
This document is general information and is not intended to be advice or legal opinion on any matter. Readers should seek appropriate professional advice before acting on the basis of any information contained herein.
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