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Sec. 12A/80G Rejected by CIT Exemption: Options Under Income Tax Rules 2026

Income Tax : The new Income Tax Rules, 2026 permit reapplication within one month of rejection. This provides a faster alternative to appeals a...

March 30, 2026 2577 Views 0 comment Print

Applying for 12A & 80G Renewal? One Small Mistake in Your Accounts Can Cost You Registration

Income Tax : Authorities now scrutinize NGO financial statements before granting or renewing registration. Proper documentation and clear chari...

February 14, 2026 885 Views 0 comment Print

Consequences of Cancellation of Re‑Registration under Section 12AB – Why Charitable Trusts Cannot Afford to Ignore It

Income Tax : Expanded grounds for cancellation now include legal non-compliance and incorrect disclosures. Trusts must treat accuracy and gover...

January 17, 2026 1872 Views 0 comment Print

Practical Guidance: Key Points to Keep in Mind While Replying to Notices under Section 12AB

Income Tax : Objects benefiting specific communities or allowing overseas application of funds invite rejection. The ruling focus is on deed la...

January 17, 2026 1194 Views 0 comment Print

Period of limitation prescribed under Income-tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : Understand the statutory time limits for filings, applications, approvals, and settlement processes under the Income-tax Act, incl...

November 20, 2025 5292 Views 1 comment Print


Latest News


Trust Registration Renewal Cannot Be Denied for Missing Irrevocable Clause: BCAS

Income Tax : Authorities cannot insist on adding an irrevocable clause in trust deeds for Section 12A renewal when the trust is otherwise legal...

January 10, 2026 11292 Views 0 comment Print

Requests for Extension of Due Dates for Tax Audit, ITR, Form 10B/1OBB, 12A/80G, AOC-4

Income Tax : The Pune Chartered Accountants' Society has requested an extension for tax audit and ITR filing deadlines for FY 2024-25, citing t...

September 24, 2025 29754 Views 1 comment Print

Request to Extend Tax Audit & Section 12A Renewal Dates

CA, CS, CMA : A Chartered Accountants' association requests an extension for tax audit and 12A renewal due dates, citing portal issues, festive ...

September 22, 2025 12291 Views 0 comment Print

CA Association Requests Income Tax Deadline Extensions from FM

Income Tax : The Chartered Accountants Association requests tax deadline extensions for TAR, ITR, and 12A renewals, citing severe floods in nor...

September 12, 2025 37014 Views 1 comment Print

Budget 2024: Amendment in Income Tax provisions of Charitable Trusts & Institutions

Income Tax : Learn about the rationalisation of provisions for charitable trusts and institutions under the Income-tax Act, merging two regimes...

July 23, 2024 2232 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


ITAT Remands Case as 12A and 80G Registration Denied Without Fair Opportunity

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that applications were rejected without adequate opportunity. The matter was remanded for fresh adjudication fol...

April 14, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Pune: Interest on Bank Deposits Not Covered by Mutuality; Only Proportionate Expenses Allowed

Income Tax : ITAT held that interest earned on bank deposits is taxable and not covered by the principle of mutuality. The ruling confirms that...

April 13, 2026 159 Views 0 comment Print

Procedural Lapse Cannot Deny U/s 12A Registration: ITAT Pune

Income Tax : The Tribunal ruled that failure to obtain prior approval for loans is only a procedural lapse. It directed reconsideration of 12A ...

April 13, 2026 102 Views 0 comment Print

No Sections 12AB and 80G denial if No Evidence of Community Bias or Non-Genuine Activities

Income Tax : The ruling held that incomplete documentation or minor deficiencies cannot be sole grounds for denial of registration. It emphasiz...

April 10, 2026 315 Views 0 comment Print

Registration u/s. 12AB cannot be rejected without examining incidental nature of receipts: Matter restored

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai held that rejection of registration under section 12AB of the Income Tax Act treating receipts and income from sale of...

April 10, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT notifies amendment to Form No. 10A and Form No. 10AB

Income Tax : The Income Tax Amendment Rules, effective October 1, 2024, revise Form No. 10A and 10AB for registration under sections 12A and 80...

October 15, 2024 3672 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Extends Deadline for Trusts to Submit Audit Reports in Form 10B/10BB

Income Tax : CBDT extends deadline for trusts and institutions to submit audit reports in Form 10B/10BB until November 10, 2024....

October 7, 2024 16443 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT amends rules pertaining to registration, approval & activities of Institutions, trusts & funds

Income Tax : The amendments brought about by Notification No. 45/2023 – Income-Tax (Income-tax (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2023) encompas...

June 23, 2023 13776 Views 1 comment Print

CBDT extends last date for filing of Form No.10AB

Income Tax : CBDT extends the last date for filing of Form No.10AB for seeking registration or approval under Section 10(23C), 12A or 80G of th...

March 31, 2022 14595 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT notifies New Income Tax Rules & Forms for Trust & NPOs

Income Tax : CBDT issues Notification no. 19/2021 dated 26/03/2021 pertaining to procedure for registration of fund/ trust/charitable instituti...

March 26, 2021 131631 Views 1 comment Print


Representation on Incorrect/Delay In Submitting Application U/S 12A(1)(ac)

April 8, 2024 11274 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the challenges faced by Charitable Trusts due to delays or errors in submitting applications under Section 12A(1)(ac) of the Income Tax Act. Read how Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (KSCAA) seeks solutions.

Exemption claimed under wrong section cannot be denied

April 8, 2024 5202 Views 0 comment Print

Learn why exemptions claimed under the wrong section in Income Tax Returns can be rectified under Section 154. Explore legal precedents and guidelines for taxpayers.

Dark Side of Provisional Registration U/s 12A and 80G of Income Tax Act, 1961

April 8, 2024 6669 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the challenges faced by NGOs with provisional registration under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Explore a real case study highlighting rejection, scrutiny, and penalties.

Understanding Section 43B(h) | Impact on MSME Payments

April 2, 2024 13401 Views 3 comments Print

Understand the impact of Section 43B(h) on businesses: Learn about deductions for MSME payments and the importance of timely payments to avoid penalties and interest.

ITAT Delhi Restores ICSI vs DCIT Case for Income Tax Exemption Claim Verification

March 31, 2024 765 Views 0 comment Print

The ITAT Delhi orders a review of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India’s income tax exemption claim, sending the matter back for verification by the AO.

ITAT Delhi Restores Freepathshala’s Section 80G(5) Registration Application

March 31, 2024 774 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi overturns CIT(E)’s rejection of Freepathshala’s 80G (5) registration application despite a 6-year delay, citing similar rulings.

ITAT Quashes Assessment Order for Lack of Property Valuation Report

March 28, 2024 1539 Views 0 comment Print

Read the detailed analysis of the ITAT Hyderabad order quashing the assessment for A.Y. 2009-10 due to absence of property valuation report. Learn about the case of Khairunnisa Vs ITO.

Depreciation not claimed as application of income U/s 11: ITAT directing re-adjudication

March 27, 2024 1062 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the ITAT Bangalore case involving depreciation income versus deferred grant income, directing re-adjudication for proper application under Section 11.

Issues of section 12AB Registration to General Public Utility Organisation

March 23, 2024 2688 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of Section 12AB registration for General Public Utility (GPU) organizations under the Income Tax Act. Learn about application procedures, conditions, and potential concerns.

Time to erase Pre-Litigation Mediation?

March 20, 2024 996 Views 0 comment Print

Is it time to reconsider pre-litigation mediation? Explore the implications of Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015, and why it may be adding hurdles to the litigation process.

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