Rip-off alerts by IT division
The IT division has issued a stern warning to taxpayers about fraudulent calls demanding rapid tax funds.Scammers are posing as IT division officers and pressuring people to make pressing funds to keep away from penalties.
The division notes that it doesn’t contact taxpayers by way of cellphone to demand rapid funds and that any such calls ought to be handled as suspicious and reported to the authorities.
“Do not belief unsolicited calls! The Revenue Tax Division won’t name you to make rapid fee,” says the banner on the IT division web site.
If you happen to obtain a suspicious name, report it to
https://incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/report-phishing.aspx
An identical warning has been issued for fraud messages. Such texts inform potential victims that their ITRs have been authorised and they’re eligible for a Rs 15,000 refund. The message additionally has a hyperlink to ‘confirm’ account quantity however in actuality it’s a rip-off.
“Do not fall for faux pop-ups! The Revenue Tax Division won’t ever contact you thru pop-up home windows,” the second banner reads.
Right here’s how the message could learn like:
You might have been authorised an Revenue Tax Refund of Rs, 15000/-, the quantity shall be credited to your account shortly, Please confirm your account quantity 5XXXXX6777. If this isn’t right, please replace your checking account info by visiting the hyperlink beneath. https://bit.ly/20wpUUX
Taxpayers are suggested to stay vigilant and confirm any communication from the IT division via official channels.
Do not click on on hyperlinks or reply to emails requesting checking account particulars, bank card info, or another delicate knowledge. The Revenue Tax Division communicates with taxpayers via their registered electronic mail deal with.
