Will your Income tax return will be scrutinised by the income tax department ?

Compulsory scrutiny of income tax returns for FY 2026-27 has become an important compliance topic for taxpayers, tax consultants, companies, trusts, and finance teams. The latest CBDT guidelines identify specific cases that may be selected for complete scrutiny, including survey cases, search cases, reassessment notices, cancelled exemption registrations, recurring additions, and specific tax evasion information.