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Budget 2026 simplifies Rule for Due Date for Deposit Employee Contributions

Income Tax : The Central Government, in the Union Budget 2026, has proposed an important amendment concerning employee welfare funds. The objec...

March 10, 2026 1788 Views 0 comment Print

Section 43B(h) of Income Tax Act: Law, Intention, Practical Application & Loopholes

Income Tax : 2023 Income Tax change (Sec 43B(h)) mandates that deductions for payments to Micro and Small Enterprises are allowed only when pai...

September 25, 2025 1875 Views 0 comment Print

PF/ESI Deduction Denied for Late Deposit, Allowed for Holiday – 143(1) Adjustment Upheld

Income Tax : Delhi High Court upholds disallowance of delayed PF/ESI contributions under Section 143(1), but permits deductions when the due da...

September 14, 2025 1503 Views 0 comment Print

A Practical Guide to Tax Audit under Section 44AB for Trader Assessees – AY 2025–26

Income Tax : Practical guide to tax audit under Section 44AB for trader assessees, covering groundwork, data analysis, compliance checks, and f...

September 11, 2025 3234 Views 0 comment Print

MSME Changes as per Income Tax Act,1961 and MSMED Act, 2006

Income Tax : Understand Section 43B(h) of the Income Tax Act, MSME classification, payment timelines, tax disallowance, interest on delays, and...

March 31, 2025 9285 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Concerns on Corporate Tax, MSME Deductions, GST Rates

CA, CS, CMA : Explore recent updates on corporate tax rates, MSME concerns over tax deductions, and GST rates for shawls as addressed in Lok Sab...

August 5, 2024 600 Views 0 comment Print

Urgent Request for Amendment to Section 43(B)(h) for MSMEs

Income Tax : Punjab Accountants Association urges Finance Minister to amend Section 43(B)(h) for MSMEs, proposing better payment timelines and ...

July 27, 2024 11589 Views 0 comment Print

Representation against Proposed Amendment In Section 43B of Income Tax

Income Tax : Discover how proposed amendment in Section 43B of Income Tax Act, 1961, affects MSMEs. Learn about potential challenges and sugges...

June 11, 2024 5532 Views 0 comment Print

Live Course on Section 43B(h) by CA Manoj Lamba – Last Few Hours to register

Income Tax : Live Webinar with Book on Section 43B(h) (Financial Fitness) on 10th May 2024, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. CA Manoj Lamba will break down ...

May 10, 2024 10761 Views 1 comment Print

Message to Micro and Small Enterprise/Suppliers (Manufacturing) – Section 43B(h)

Income Tax : Explore how the new 43 B (h) clause of the IT Act impacts Kerala Textiles and Garments Dealers Welfare Association and their appea...

February 12, 2024 1089 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Income Tax Section 143(1) Adjustments Without Opportunity of Hearing Unsustainable

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that adjustments made without issuing prior notice to the assessee violate the mandatory proviso to Section 143(...

April 14, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

Section 43B Not Applicable as Electricity Duty Is Not Assessee’s Liability: P&H HC

Income Tax : The Court held that electricity duty collected by a licensee is not its own liability but that of consumers. As a result, Section ...

April 14, 2026 384 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai Allows Actuarial Provisions for Employee Benefit Schemes; Deletes Major Disallowances on Expense Provisions

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai rules actuarial provisions for employee benefit schemes are allowable under Section 37(1) as ascertained liabilities, ...

April 13, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print

Higher Depreciation Allowed on UPS as Integral Part of Computer: Delhi HC

Income Tax : The Court dismissed the appeal after finding that all issues were already settled by earlier rulings. It held that no new question...

April 10, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

Section 263 Revision Invalid as PCIT Acted Without Independent Application of Mind

Income Tax : The court held that revision under section 263 requires independent satisfaction by the PCIT. Acting merely on the Assessing Offic...

April 3, 2026 384 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT notifies Interest on Loan to NBFCs under Section 43B(da) of Income Tax Act

Income Tax : Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has recently issued a crucial notification concerning the payment of interest on loans to Non...

September 22, 2023 7881 Views 0 comment Print

MSMEs vs. Traders: Understanding Delayed Payment Benefits

Corporate Law : Explore how the recent policy update impacts MSMEs and traders regarding delayed payment benefits under the MSMED Act, 2006. Insig...

September 1, 2021 4827 Views 0 comment Print

Chapter VIA deduction on enhanced profits after disallowance eligible

Income Tax : Disallowances made under sections 32, 40(a)(ia), 40A(3), 43B, etc. of the Act and other specific disallowances, related to the bus...

November 2, 2016 6973 Views 0 comment Print

Section 43B: CBDT clarifies Due date for payment of Employee Provident fund

Income Tax : Income Tax Circular No. 22/2015 W.c.f. 1.4.1988, the settled position is that if the assessee deposits any sum payable by it by wa...

December 17, 2015 60760 Views 0 comment Print

The liability to pay sales tax by instalments cannot be treated to be beyond the provisions of section 43B of the Act

Income Tax : Whether the liability has been deferred or not has to be considered not from the simplistic point of the term 'defer' but in conte...

July 9, 2010 2156 Views 0 comment Print


Section 45(5A) inserted vide Finance Act 2017 doesn’t have retrospective effect

May 23, 2023 3510 Views 0 comment Print

Patna High Court held that sub-section (5A) of section 45 inserted by way of an amendment in the Finance Act, 2017, expressly stated to be effective from 01.04.2018 cannot be treated as retrospective.

Deduction of payment to MSMEs under Income Tax Act

May 18, 2023 34194 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the implications of the Finance Act 2023 amendment under Section 43B of the Income Tax Act, affecting deductions for payments to MSMEs. Learn the impact on tax planning and compliance.

Changes in Income Tax Law Regarding MSMEs: Payment Compliance & Deductions

May 9, 2023 6465 Views 0 comment Print

Finance Act, 2023 introduced significant amendments related to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India. One of the key changes pertains to the payment compliance and deductions for MSMEs. Let’s explore the definition of MSMEs, the amendment to Section 43B of the Income Tax Act, and provide some author remarks on the matter.

Impact of Budget 2023 – Tax amendment pertaining to MSME payments

May 8, 2023 5811 Views 1 comment Print

Article contains a crisp summary on amendments introduced by Budget 2023 pertaining to MSME payments and implications of amendments on commercial transactions.

Delayed payment of employee’s contribution to PF & ESI adjustable u/s 143(1)

May 2, 2023 4920 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that payment of employee’s contribution to PF & ESI beyond the due dates is not allowable as deduction. Accordingly, the same is an incorrect claim and therefore it falls within the scope of prima facie adjustment u/s 143(1) of the Income Tax Act.

Amendment to section 40(a)(ia) vide Finance Act 2020 is retrospective in nature

April 29, 2023 8142 Views 1 comment Print

ITAT Cochin held that amendment to section 40(a)(ia) of the Income Tax Act made by the Finance Act 2020 is retrospective in nature. Accordingly, TDS deposited on or before the due date of filing return u/s 139(1) is allowable.

Amendment to Section 43B by Finance Act 2023 & its implication on business

April 24, 2023 33927 Views 3 comments Print

Through Finance Act 2023 a new clause (h) has been added to Sec. 43B of the Income Tax Act and is made applicable from assessment year 2024-25 i.e. Financial year 2023-24. 

Section 43B not apply to External Development Charges payable to HUDA

April 22, 2023 1104 Views 0 comment Print

Addition u/s 43B on account of External Development Charges (EDC) not paid to HUDA before due date of filing return of income not justified

Amendment in Section 43B of Income Tax related to MSME

April 6, 2023 65820 Views 6 comments Print

Stay updated on the recent amendment to Section 43B of the Income Tax Act related to MSME. Explore the impact on expense deductions, payment timelines, and compliance with the MSMED Act, 2006. Ensure timely payments to Micro and Small Enterprises to avoid disallowances and interest implications.

Deep Analysis of Section 43B(h) Applicable from Financial Year 2023-24

April 3, 2023 20208 Views 1 comment Print

Uncover the implications of Section 43B(h) under the Income Tax Act, 1961, effective from FY 2023-24. Dive into the analysis, responsibilities on auditors, and the impact on sundry creditors. Stay informed for seamless financial compliance.

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