Corporate Compliance 5 September 2026
Madras HC Accepts Screenshot as Glitch Evidence, Orders ITR Portal Access
The Madras High Court held that a screenshot is acceptable evidence of a technical glitch that blocked taxpayers from uploading returns, and ordered the Income Tax Department to provide portal access, accept delayed filings and finish assessments within six weeks of the filing date, ensuring prompt resolution for affected users.
The Madras High Court ruled that a screenshot can be used as proof of a technical glitch that prevented many taxpayers from uploading their Income Tax Returns. The court directed the Income Tax Department to open the portal for affected users and to process their returns promptly.
- Portal access: Department must grant immediate access for delayed uploads.
- Assessment deadline: Complete all pending assessments within six weeks of the filing date.
- Compliance: Ensure no further procedural hurdles for taxpayers who faced the glitch.
For full details, see the Madras HC decision.
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