Income-tax Act, 2025: what changes for taxpayers in 2026?
A practical guide to the new tax-year terminology and why an older assessment-year notice still needs your attention.
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Income-tax Act, 2025: what changes for taxpayers in 2026?
A practical guide to the new tax-year terminology and why an older assessment-year notice still needs your attention.
Read full article →2026 tax transitionWhich year does your notice concern?
Start with the period, the law cited and the records behind the issue.
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Prepared for the ScrutinyCare website using the official references linked in each article. Reviewed on 26 September 2026. These guides provide general information and practical preparation steps; they do not replace advice on your specific facts. Rules, portal workflows and notifications can change. Check the linked authority before acting on a deadline or a legal requirement.