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FAQs on taxation of charitable or religious trusts under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : The Income Tax Department has issued detailed FAQs explaining registration, audit, return filing, investment norms, and tax exempt...

June 20, 2026 16098 Views 2 comments Print

Don’t Blindly Trust Form 16: One Small Error Can Trigger a Huge Tax Demand

Income Tax : The case demonstrates how an incorrect exemption claim based on Form 16 led to scrutiny and penalty proceedings. The Tribunal ulti...

June 15, 2026 2568 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation of Charitable & Religious Trusts: A Guide to Sections 11–13 – Part-II

Income Tax : This analysis explains how Parliament designed Sections 11 to 13 to ensure that tax-free income is ultimately used for charitable ...

June 10, 2026 3387 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation of Registered Non-Profit Organisations under Income Tax 2025

Income Tax : Sections 334 to 338 prescribe a separate taxation framework for registered NPOs. Specified income arising from violations such as ...

June 8, 2026 588 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation of Charitable & Religious Trusts: A Guide to Sections 11–13 – Part-I

Income Tax : This analysis explains how charitable and religious trusts qualify for exemption under Sections 11 to 13 of the Income-tax Act. It...

June 7, 2026 5088 Views 1 comment Print


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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 2433 Views 0 comment Print

Ambiguity of Trust provisions under Income Tax Act: CAAS Surat Raises Concerns

CA, CS, CMA : Explore the ambiguity of Trust provisions under the Income Tax Act highlighted by Chartered Accountants Association Surat (CAAS). ...

January 6, 2024 9885 Views 0 comment Print

Charity Commissioner Office Woes: BJP Mumbai Calls for Admin Reforms

Income Tax : Explore the detailed representation by BJP Professional Cell to Maharashtra's Dy CM, highlighting challenges faced by trusts and C...

December 29, 2023 5952 Views 0 comment Print

Request for Deferment of Applicability of New Form 10B & Form 10BB by One Year

Income Tax : Income Tax Bar Association & All Gujarat Federation of Tax Consultants request a one-year deferment for new Form 10B and Form 10BB...

September 18, 2023 1803 Views 0 comment Print

Form 10B/10BB Filing Issues 2023 & appeal for deferment or extension

Income Tax : Know the challenges in Form 10B/10BB filings in 2023 and Income Tax Bar Association in Jalandhar appeal for deferment or extension...

September 18, 2023 5991 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Delay in Form 10AB Filing Condoned for Existing Charitable Trusts

Income Tax : The Tribunal ruled that the six-month time limit from commencement of activities applies only to newly formed trusts. Long-standin...

January 8, 2026 1038 Views 0 comment Print

Trade Promotion Activities Recognized as Public Utility by ITAT in Trust Registration Case

Income Tax : Jewellers and Diamond Traders Association Vs CIT (Exemptions) (ITAT Chennai) The Jewellers and Diamond Traders Association (“the...

October 22, 2025 708 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Chennai Caps Trust Surcharge on Dividends & Capital Gains at 15%

Income Tax : The ITAT Chennai rules that the surcharge on a private discretionary trust's dividend and capital gains income cannot exceed 15%, ...

August 29, 2025 834 Views 0 comment Print

Gross Receipts of Charitable Trust Cannot be Taxed Merely Due to ITR Filing Errors

Income Tax : An ITAT Pune order protects a charitable trust from being taxed on its gross receipts due to income tax return filing errors. Lear...

August 18, 2025 1368 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT-Cuttack: Unregistered Trust—Only Net Income is to Be Taxed

Income Tax : ITAT-Cuttack holds only net income, not gross receipts, of an unregistered educational trust is taxable, emphasizing consistency i...

July 29, 2025 1032 Views 0 comment Print


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Maharashtra Trusts Allowed 50% Investments in MFs, Govt Securities & Bluechip Shares

Income Tax : New circular from Maharashtra Charity Commissioner allows public trusts to invest up to 50% of funds in diverse securities without...

July 21, 2025 8049 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 16824 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Clarifies Provisions for Charitable Donations & Application of Income

Income Tax : Explore Circular No. 3/2024 by the Government of India, Ministry of Finance. Learn how Finance Act 2023 affects tax exemptions for...

March 6, 2024 24645 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT allows Submission of Form 10B/10BB Audit Reports by March 31, 2024

Income Tax : Learn about CBDT's circular allowing trusts/institutions to submit Form 10B/10BB audit reports by March 31, 2024, to avoid denial ...

March 5, 2024 16386 Views 3 comments Print

Clarification with regard to trust audit reports issued by CBDT

Income Tax : Understand CBDT's recent clarifications on trust audit reports. Learn about substantial contributions, relatives, and concerns in...

October 9, 2023 8418 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Posts in Trust

FAQs on taxation of charitable or religious trusts under Income Tax Act, 1961

June 20, 2026 16098 Views 2 comments Print

The Income Tax Department has issued detailed FAQs explaining registration, audit, return filing, investment norms, and tax exemptions for charitable and religious trusts. The guidance also clarifies compliance requirements and circumstances that can lead to cancellation of registration and loss of exemptions.

Don’t Blindly Trust Form 16: One Small Error Can Trigger a Huge Tax Demand

June 15, 2026 2568 Views 0 comment Print

The case demonstrates how an incorrect exemption claim based on Form 16 led to scrutiny and penalty proceedings. The Tribunal ultimately granted relief after recognizing the taxpayer s genuine reliance on employer disclosures.

Taxation of Charitable & Religious Trusts: A Guide to Sections 11–13 – Part-II

June 10, 2026 3387 Views 0 comment Print

This analysis explains how Parliament designed Sections 11 to 13 to ensure that tax-free income is ultimately used for charitable or religious purposes. The key takeaway is that exemption depends on genuine application of income and compliance with statutory safeguards.

Taxation of Registered Non-Profit Organisations under Income Tax 2025

June 8, 2026 588 Views 0 comment Print

Sections 334 to 338 prescribe a separate taxation framework for registered NPOs. Specified income arising from violations such as anonymous donations, prohibited investments, and misuse of funds is taxable at 30%.

Taxation of Charitable & Religious Trusts: A Guide to Sections 11–13 – Part-I

June 7, 2026 5088 Views 1 comment Print

This analysis explains how charitable and religious trusts qualify for exemption under Sections 11 to 13 of the Income-tax Act. It highlights application of income, accumulation rules, anti-abuse provisions, and a detailed computation model for exempt and taxable income.

Taxability of income of charitable or religious trusts

June 7, 2026 19191 Views 2 comments Print

The document highlights situations where exemptions under Sections 11 and 12 can be withdrawn, including benefits provided to interested persons, impermissible investments, and violations of charitable purpose conditions.

NGO Darpan Registration: Complete Guide

June 5, 2026 963 Views 0 comment Print

The guide explains why NGO Darpan registration is now a critical compliance requirement for NGOs. It highlights its role in government funding, FCRA registration, and banking compliance under anti-money laundering regulations.

Income Tax & GST Compliance applicable to Registered Non-Profit Organisation (RNPO)

June 1, 2026 771 Views 0 comment Print

This article explains the tax exemption framework for charitable and religious trusts under the Income Tax Act, 2025. It covers registration requirements, exemption conditions, corpus donations, accumulation rules, and GST implications.

Section 10(23C) Exemption to Educational, Medical, Charitable & Religious Institutions

April 6, 2026 1980 Views 0 comment Print

The framework clarifies that exemption is contingent upon strict compliance with approval, filing, and income application rules. It holds that violations such as improper use of funds or failure to meet conditions can lead to denial of exemption and taxation.

Company vs LLP vs Trust: Which Structure Saves More Tax in India?

March 30, 2026 1698 Views 0 comment Print

Comparative analysis of Company, Partnership Firm, and Trust in India covering tax rates, deductions, compliance, and suitability to help choose the most tax-efficient business structure.

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