{"id":419,"date":"2026-06-05T08:40:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T08:40:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/?p=419"},"modified":"2026-06-05T08:40:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T08:40:14","slug":"ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/","title":{"rendered":"AIS Shows Higher Income Than Your ITR? Complete Guide to Avoid Income Tax Notice in AY 2026-27"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>CA Dipesh Gurubakshani           June 2026           9 min read<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#AIS_Shows_More_Income_Than_Your_ITR_Dont_Ignore_It\" >AIS Shows More Income Than Your ITR? Don\u2019t Ignore It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#What_is_AIS_Annual_Information_Statement\" >What is AIS (Annual Information Statement)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Why_AIS_is_Important_Before_Filing_ITR\" >Why AIS is Important Before Filing ITR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Common_AIS_Errors_and_Mismatches\" >Common AIS Errors and Mismatches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#1_Fixed_Deposit_Interest_Not_Reported\" >1. Fixed Deposit Interest Not Reported<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#2_Savings_Bank_Interest_Missing\" >2. Savings Bank Interest Missing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#3_Dividend_Income_Not_Included\" >3. Dividend Income Not Included<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#4_Capital_Gains_Not_Reported_Correctly\" >4. Capital Gains Not Reported Correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#5Duplicate_Reporting_in_AIS\" >5.Duplicate Reporting in AIS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#6_Incorrect_Salary_Information\" >6. Incorrect Salary Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#7_High-Value_Transactions\" >7. High-Value Transactions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#What_Happens_If_You_Ignore_AIS_Mismatches\" >What Happens If You Ignore AIS Mismatches?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#How_to_Check_AIS_Online\" >How to Check AIS Online<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Follow_these_steps\" >Follow these steps:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#How_to_Submit_Feedback_in_AIS\" >How to Submit Feedback in AIS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Example_of_an_AIS_Mismatch\" >Example of an AIS Mismatch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Best_Practices_to_Avoid_AIS-Related_Notices\" >Best Practices to Avoid AIS-Related Notices<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Before_filing_your_ITR\" >Before filing your ITR:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#1_Is_AIS_mandatory_for_filing_ITR\" >1. Is AIS mandatory for filing ITR?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#2Can_AIS_contain_incorrect_information\" >2.Can AIS contain incorrect information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#3Can_I_revise_my_ITR_if_AIS_shows_additional_income\" >3.Can I revise my ITR if AIS shows additional income?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#4_Will_I_definitely_receive_a_notice_if_AIS_and_ITR_do_not_match\" >4. Will I definitely receive a notice if AIS and ITR do not match?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/ais-shows-more-income-than-your-itr\/#Need_Help_With_AIS_Mismatch_or_Income_Tax_Notice\" >Need Help With AIS Mismatch or Income Tax Notice?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AIS_Shows_More_Income_Than_Your_ITR_Dont_Ignore_It\"><\/span>AIS Shows More Income Than Your ITR? Don\u2019t Ignore It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you checked your Annual Information Statement (AIS) before filing your Income Tax Return (ITR)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many taxpayers receive Income Tax notices because the income reported in their ITR does not match the information available with the Income Tax Department through AIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your AIS shows higher income than what you have reported in your ITR, it could trigger scrutiny, notices, or demands from the Income Tax Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we explain what AIS is, common AIS mismatches, how to correct errors, and what steps you should take before filing your ITR for AY 2026-27.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"559\" src=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-8.png 1024w, https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-8-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/wpblogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-8-768x419.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_AIS_Annual_Information_Statement\"><\/span>What is AIS (Annual Information Statement)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Annual Information Statement (AIS) is a comprehensive statement available on the Income Tax Portal that contains details of various financial transactions reported to the Income Tax Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AIS includes information such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Savings bank interest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed deposit interest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dividend income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchase and sale of shares and mutual funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salary income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rent received<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foreign remittances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit card payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-value transactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tax Deducted at Source (TDS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tax Collected at Source (TCS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Income Tax Department uses AIS to verify whether taxpayers have correctly reported their income in the ITR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_AIS_is_Important_Before_Filing_ITR\"><\/span>Why AIS is Important Before Filing ITR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many taxpayers rely only on Form 16, bank statements, or investment records while filing their returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the Income Tax Department compares your ITR with the data available in AIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you unintentionally omit income, the mismatch may result in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Defective return notices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scrutiny notices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tax demands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penalties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interest liability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, checking AIS before filing your return has become essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read our detailed guide on :<a href=\"https:\/\/itradvisor.in\/blog\/how-to-download-ais-from-income-tax-portal\">How to Download AIS from the Income Tax Portal : The Ultimate Step by Step Guide for AY 2026-27<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_AIS_Errors_and_Mismatches\"><\/span>Common AIS Errors and Mismatches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Fixed_Deposit_Interest_Not_Reported\"><\/span><strong>1. Fixed Deposit Interest Not Reported<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Banks report FD interest to the Income Tax Department even if the interest is not credited to your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many taxpayers miss reporting FD interest, leading to an AIS mismatch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Savings_Bank_Interest_Missing\"><\/span><strong>2. Savings Bank Interest Missing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Interest earned from savings accounts is often overlooked while filing returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, banks report this information in AIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dividend_Income_Not_Included\"><\/span><strong>3. Dividend Income Not Included<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies and mutual funds report dividend payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failure to report dividend income may create discrepancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Capital_Gains_Not_Reported_Correctly\"><\/span><strong>4. Capital Gains Not Reported Correctly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Share and mutual fund transactions are reported by brokers and RTAs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many taxpayers report only sale proceeds or forget to calculate capital gains accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5Duplicate_Reporting_in_AIS\"><\/span><strong>5.Duplicate Reporting in AIS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes AIS may show duplicate transactions due to reporting by multiple entities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such cases require verification before filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Incorrect_Salary_Information\"><\/span><strong>6. Incorrect Salary Information<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employers may revise TDS returns, causing differences between Form 16 and AIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_High-Value_Transactions\"><\/span><strong>7. High-Value Transactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Property purchases, foreign remittances, credit card payments, and other specified financial transactions may appear in AIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignoring them can invite questions from the tax department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Ignore_AIS_Mismatches\"><\/span>What Happens If You Ignore AIS Mismatches?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignoring AIS discrepancies can lead to serious consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Income Tax Department may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Issue notices seeking clarification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add omitted income during assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Levy additional tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charge interest under applicable provisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impose penalties in certain cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many taxpayers receive notices simply because they failed to reconcile AIS before filing their return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_AIS_Online\"><\/span>How to Check AIS Online<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_these_steps\"><\/span><strong>Follow these steps:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Login to the Income Tax e-Filing Portal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>     2. Go to \u201cServices\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>     3. Click on \u201cAnnual Information Statement (AIS)\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>     4. Open AIS and review all reported transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>       5. Compare AIS data with:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Form 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Form 26AS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank statementsBank statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broker statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mutual fund statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Books of accounts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Submit_Feedback_in_AIS\"><\/span>How to Submit Feedback in AIS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find incorrect information in AIS, you can submit feedback directly through the portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common feedback options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Information is correct<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information is not fully correct<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information relates to another PAN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duplicate information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information is denied<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing feedback helps the<a href=\"http:\/\/incometax.gov.in\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"incometax.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Income Tax Department<\/a> understand discrepancies and may prevent future issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_of_an_AIS_Mismatch\"><\/span>Example of an AIS Mismatch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Sharma filed his ITR showing interest income of \u20b912,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, AIS reflected:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Savings account interest: \u20b912,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FD interest: \u20b945,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total interest as per AIS: \u20b957,000 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since FD interest was omitted from the return, the Income Tax Department may issue a notice seeking clarification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most common AIS-related mistakes observed every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_to_Avoid_AIS-Related_Notices\"><\/span>Best Practices to Avoid AIS-Related Notices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_filing_your_ITR\"><\/span><strong>Before filing your ITR:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2705 Download and review AIS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Compare AIS with Form 26AS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Verify bank interest income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Check dividend income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Review share and mutual fund transactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Verify salary details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Reconcile TDS entries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Submit feedback wherever required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Seek professional assistance for complex transactions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780647318408\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_AIS_mandatory_for_filing_ITR\"><\/span>1. Is AIS mandatory for filing ITR?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>While AIS is not mandatory, checking it before filing your return is strongly recommended to avoid mismatches.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780647354449\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2Can_AIS_contain_incorrect_information\"><\/span>2.Can AIS contain incorrect information?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. AIS may occasionally contain duplicate or incorrect entries. Such errors can be addressed through the feedback mechanism.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780647382014\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3Can_I_revise_my_ITR_if_AIS_shows_additional_income\"><\/span>3.Can I revise my ITR if AIS shows additional income?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, taxpayers can file a revised return within the prescribed time limit if any income was omitted.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780647412037\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Will_I_definitely_receive_a_notice_if_AIS_and_ITR_do_not_match\"><\/span>4. Will I definitely receive a notice if AIS and ITR do not match?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Not necessarily. However, significant mismatches increase the likelihood of scrutiny or notices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Author<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adwaniandco.com\/about\/leadership\/dipesh-gurubakshani\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CA Dipesh Gurubakshani<\/a>&nbsp;is a Chartered Accountant with Adwani &amp; Co LLP, Pune, specialising in income tax audit, direct taxation, and accounting advisory. He supports clients across statutory compliance, financial reporting, and income tax matters with a focus on accuracy, regulatory adherence, and disciplined execution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong>&nbsp;ITRAdvisor.in is an educational and informational platform focused on tax awareness and compliance updates. Nothing contained herein should be construed as solicitation or advertisement of professional services. Professional services, where applicable, are rendered in accordance with ICAI guidelines. This article is published on ITRAdvisor.in, a tax and compliance knowledge platform. The content has been reviewed for technical accuracy by professionals associated with&nbsp;<strong>Adwani &amp; Co LLP<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Need_Help_With_AIS_Mismatch_or_Income_Tax_Notice\"><\/span><strong>Need Help With AIS Mismatch or Income Tax Notice?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your AIS shows higher income than your ITR, do not ignore it. Our team at ITR Advisor assists taxpayers across India and NRIs worldwide with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AIS reconciliation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Income Tax Return filing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revised Return filing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Income Tax Notice replies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scrutiny and assessment support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact us today for professional assistance and ensure your return is filed accurately and compliantly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CA Dipesh Gurubakshani June 2026 9 min read AIS Shows More Income Than Your ITR? Don\u2019t Ignore It Have you checked your Annual Information Statement (AIS) before filing your Income Tax Return (ITR)? 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