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“condonation of delay”

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The decision most relied on for condonation of delay is Collector, Land Acquisition v. Mst. Katiji (167 ITR 471), cited in 3,926 judgments on BharatTax.

Leading authorities on condonation of delay

Collector, Land Acquisition v. Mst. Katiji
167 ITR 471 · 1987 · Supreme Court
3,926
citing judgments

Delay in filing appeals, when supported by sufficient or justifiable cause, should be condoned with a liberal approach to ensure substantial justice. This principle prioritizes the cause of justice over mere technicalities.

Collector, Land Acquisition, Anantnag & Anr. v. Mst. Katiji & Ors.
2 SCC 107 · 1987 · Supreme Court
451
citing judgments

Courts must adopt a liberal approach when considering applications for condonation of delay, preferring to decide cases on their merits rather than allowing technicalities of limitation to scuttle justice. This principle applies to ensure the substantive rights of parties are not defeated by minor delays.

Balakrishnan v. M. Krishnamurthy
7 SCC 123 · 1998 · Supreme Court
368
citing judgments

The Supreme Court outlines the principles for condoning delay in filing appeals, stating that a litigant's lapse is not always a bar if the explanation is bona fide and not a dilatory strategy. Courts should show utmost consideration to suitors and prioritize substantial justice unless the delay is deliberately to gain time.

Vishin Meghani v. DCIT & Anr
398 ITR 250 · 2017 · High Court
291
citing judgments

This case is cited as an authority supporting the condonation of delay in filing income tax appeals, particularly when an assessee presents a request for such condonation.

Concord of India Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Smt. Nirmala Devi and Others
118 ITR 507 · 1979 · Supreme Court
268
citing judgments

For condoning delay, the term 'sufficient cause' must be interpreted liberally and purposively to advance justice. Delay not tainted by mala fides, gross negligence, or recklessness, and based on honestly obtained legal advice, constitutes sufficient cause.

Inder Singh v. State of Madhya Pradesh
2025 INSC 382 · 2025 · Supreme Court
267
citing judgments

Non-deliberate procedural delays caused by circumstances beyond control must be condoned in the interest of substantial justice, even if the delay is significant, such as over 1500 days.

Vedabhai v. Santaram
253 ITR 798 · 2002 · Supreme Court
262
citing judgments

When substantial justice and technical considerations are in conflict, substantial justice should be prioritized. Condoning delay requires a cautious approach without malafide or dilatory tactics, and 'sufficient cause' should be interpreted liberally to advance substantial justice.

Sreenivas Charitable Trust v. Dy. CIT
280 ITR 357 · 2006 · High Court
182
citing judgments

The expression "sufficient cause" for condoning delay in filing appeals must receive a liberal and purposive construction. This approach aims to advance substantial justice, which is of paramount importance.

Judgments citing condonation of delay

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 52/VIZ/2023[2014-15]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2014-15

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 51/VIZ/2023[2014-15]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2014-15

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 50/VIZ/2023[2013-14]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2013-14

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 49/VIZ/2023[2013-14]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2013-14

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 48/VIZ/2023[2013-14]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2013-14

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 47/VIZ/2023[2013-14]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2013-14

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Ramana Choudary, Rajahmundry vs. Income Tax Officer, TDS Ward-1, Rajahmundry

In the result, five appeals filed by the assessee are dismissed

ITA 46/VIZ/2023[2013-14]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam31 Mar 2023AY 2013-14

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./ I.T.A. No.46 To 67/Viz/2023 ("नधा"रण वष" / Assessment Years: 2013-14 To 2016-17) Rimmalpudi Bhaskara Pattabhi Vs. Income Tax Officer, Ramana Choudary, Tds, Ward-1, Rajahmundry. Rajahmundry. Pan: Afcpr 2275 M (अपीलाथ"/ Appellant) (""यथ"/ Respondent) अपीलाथ" क" ओर से/ Appellant By : Sri Gvn Hari, Advocate ""याथ" क" ओर से / Respondent By : Sri On Hari Prasada Rao, Sr. Ar सुनवाई क" तार"ख / Date Of Hearing : 16/03/2023 घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of : 31/03/2023 Pronouncement O R D E R

For Appellant: Sri GVN Hari, AdvocateFor Respondent: Sri ON Hari Prasada Rao
Section 200ASection 234E

days in filing the appeal before the Ld. CIT(A)-NFAC. After considering the submissions of the assessee on the issue of condonation of delay, the Ld. CIT(A)- NFAC discussed the issue at length and concluded (vide para 6.21 of his order) that in the absence of sufficient cause ... time as per the TDS provisions and imposed late fees u/s. 234E of the Act. On appeal, the Ld. CIT(A) did not condone the delay in filing the appeal before the Appellate Authority and confirmed the action of the Ld. AO and dismissed the assessee’s appeal. 8. Considering

Sureshbhai Sukhabhai Mistry, Na vs. Arivs.ITO, Ward 5, Navasari

In the result, the appeal of the assessee is allowed for statistical purposes

ITA 263/SRT/2022[2011-12]Status: DisposedITAT Surat31 Mar 2023AY 2011-12

Bench: Shri Pawan Singhआ.अ.सं./Ita No.263/Srt/2022 (Ay 2011-12) (Hearing In Virtual Court) Sureshbhai Sukhabhai Mistry Income Tax Officer, 130, Kumbhar Faliya, Via Ward-5, Navsari Vs Satem, Tal: Navsari, Dist. Navsari-396466 Pan No: Ammpm 4411 H अपीलाथ"/Appellant ""यथ" /Respondent "नधा"रती क" ओर से /Assessee By Shri Sujesh C Suratwala, C.A राज"व क" ओर से /Revenue By Shri Vinod Kumar, Sr-Dr सुनवाई की तारीख/Date Of Hearing 30.01.2023 उ"घोषणा क" तार"ख/Date Of 31.03.2023 Pronouncement Order Under Section 254(1) Of Income Tax Act Per Pawan Singh: 1. This Appeal By Assessee Is Directed Against The Order Of National Faceless Appeal Centre, Delhi [For Short To As “Nfac/Ld.Cit(A)”] Dated 05.05.2022 For Assessment Year 2011-12, Which In Turn Arises From The Addition Made By The Income Tax Officer, Ward-5, Navsari / Assessing Officer In Assessment Order Passed Under Section 144 Of The Income Tax Act, 1961 (Hereinafter Referred To As ‘The Act’) Dated 13.09.2017. The Assessee Has Raised The Following Grounds Of Appeal:- Suresshbhai S Mistry “1. The Learned Ao As Well As Learned Nfac/Cit(A) Has Erred In Making Addition To The Total Income Of The Assessee Which Is Primarily Agriculture Inn Nature & In Fact Exempted To Tax

Section 133(6)Section 144Section 147Section 148Section 254(1)

Thus, the appeal is barred by limitation of 63 days in filing appeal before Tribunal. The assessee filed an application supported affidavit for condonation of delay. The Ld. Authorized Representative (Ld.AR) for the assessee submits that there is delay of 63 days in filing appeal before Tribunal ... other hand, Ld. Senior Departmental-Representative (Ld.Sr-DR) for the Revenue submits that assessee is a casual in pursuing his appeal and in condonation of delay, no reasonable and plausible explanation corroborated by assessee so the cause of delay may not be granted. 8 Suresshbhai S Mistry 8. I have

Pilli Raja Raghavendra, Visakhapatnam vs. The Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, . Central Circle-2, Visakhapatnam

In the result, appeal of the assessee is dismissed for the A

ITA 96/VIZ/2019[2010-11]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam30 Mar 2023AY 2010-11

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Ble & Shri S Balakrishnan, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./I.T.A.No.96/Viz/2019 & 97/Viz/2019 (ननधधारण वर्ा / Assessment Year : 2010-11 & 2012-13) Pilli Raja Raghavendra Vs. Asst. Commissioner Of Income Tax D.No.45-57-10/1/1 Central Circle-2 Narasimha Nagar Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam [Pan : Bpfpp8326B] (अपीलार्थी/ Appellant) (प्रत्यर्थी/ Respondent) अपीलधथी की ओर से/ Appellant By : Shri G.V.N.Hari, Ar प्रत्यधथी की ओर से / Respondent By : Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, Cit(Dr) सुनवधई की तधरीख / Date Of Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date Of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement

For Appellant: Shri G.V.N.Hari, ARFor Respondent: Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, CIT(DR)
Section 132Section 143(3)Section 153C

Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement आदेश /O R D E R Per Shri Duvvuru RL Reddy, Judicial Member : Condonation of Delay : These appeals are filed by the assessee against the orders of Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)]-3 vide Order dated ... Assessment Year (A.Y.) 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2012- 13 with the delay of 54 days. The assessee filed petition for condonation of delay, submitting that Sri P.Nooka Raju, father of the assessee who manages the affairs of the assessee, fell sick and he was advised bed rest 2 I.T.A

Pilli Raja Raghavendra, Visakhapatnam vs. The Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, . Central Circle-2, Visakhapatnam

In the result, appeal of the assessee is dismissed for the A

ITA 97/VIZ/2019[2012-13]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam29 Mar 2023AY 2012-13

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Ble & Shri S Balakrishnan, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./I.T.A.No.96/Viz/2019 & 97/Viz/2019 (ननधधारण वर्ा / Assessment Year : 2010-11 & 2012-13) Pilli Raja Raghavendra Vs. Asst. Commissioner Of Income Tax D.No.45-57-10/1/1 Central Circle-2 Narasimha Nagar Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam [Pan : Bpfpp8326B] (अपीलार्थी/ Appellant) (प्रत्यर्थी/ Respondent) अपीलधथी की ओर से/ Appellant By : Shri G.V.N.Hari, Ar प्रत्यधथी की ओर से / Respondent By : Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, Cit(Dr) सुनवधई की तधरीख / Date Of Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date Of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement

For Appellant: Shri G.V.N.Hari, ARFor Respondent: Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, CIT(DR)
Section 132Section 143(3)Section 153C

Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement आदेश /O R D E R Per Shri Duvvuru RL Reddy, Judicial Member : Condonation of Delay : These appeals are filed by the assessee against the orders of Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)]-3 vide Order dated ... Assessment Year (A.Y.) 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2012- 13 with the delay of 54 days. The assessee filed petition for condonation of delay, submitting that Sri P.Nooka Raju, father of the assessee who manages the affairs of the assessee, fell sick and he was advised bed rest 2 I.T.A

Pilli Santhosh Krishna, Visakhapatnam vs. The Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, . Central Circle-2, Visakhapatnam

In the result, appeals of the assessee are dismissed

ITA 95/VIZ/2019[2012-13]Status: DisposedITAT Visakhapatnam29 Mar 2023AY 2012-13

Bench: Shri Duvvuru Rl Reddy, Hon’Ble & Shri S Balakrishnan, Hon’Bleआयकर अपील सं./I.T.A.No.93/Viz/2019 To 95/Viz/2019 (ननधधारण वर्ा / Assessment Year : 2008-09, 2009-10 & 2012-13) Pilli Santosh Krishna Vs. Asst. Commissioner Of Income Tax D.No.45-57-10/1/1 Central Circle-2 Narasimha Nagar Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam [Pan : Bpfpp8326B] (अपीलार्थी/ Appellant) (प्रत्यर्थी/ Respondent) अपीलधथी की ओर से/ Appellant By : Shri G.V.N.Hari, Ar प्रत्यधथी की ओर से / Respondent By : Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, Cit(Dr) सुनवधई की तधरीख / Date Of Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date Of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement

For Appellant: Shri G.V.N.Hari, ARFor Respondent: Shri M.N.Murthy Naik, CIT(DR)
Section 132Section 143(2)Section 153C

Hearing : 21.03.2023 घोर्णध की तधरीख/Date of 29.03.2023 : Pronouncement आदेश /O R D E R Per Shri Duvvuru RL Reddy, Judicial Member : Condonation of Delay : These appeals are filed by the assessee against the orders of Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)]-3 vide Order dated ... Assessment Year (A.Y.) 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2012- 13 with the delay of 54 days. The assessee filed petition for condonation of delay, submitting that Sri P.Nooka Raju, father of the assessee who manages the affairs of the assessee, fell sick and he was advised bed rest 2 I.T.A