What triggers an Income Tax notice in India?

Major triggers include mismatch between ITR and Form 26AS/AIS, high-value transactions (SFTs) not matching declared income, large YoY fluctuations in profits, claiming unsubstantiated deductions, and trading F&O without declaring turnover.

What is SFT (Statement of Financial Transactions) reporting?

Banks, credit card companies, mutual funds, and registrars are legally required to report high-value transactions (e.g., cash deposits ≥₹10L, credit card payments ≥₹2L, property deals ≥₹30L) to the IT department under Section 285BA.

How does CASS pick returns for scrutiny?

CASS (Computer Aided Scrutiny Selection) is the automated system that flags ITRs for audit based on risk parameters like income jumps, SFT mismatches, and high cash transactions.

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Last verified May 2026

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9 out of 10 traders in F&O incurred net losses (SEBI 2023). Tax estimates based on IT Act 2025. Trezoriq is not liable for financial decisions based on results.