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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 16104 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 2574 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 3390 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 594 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 5094 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 5997 Views 0 comment Print


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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 1038 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 16827 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 24648 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 8421 Views 0 comment Print


Higher Payment to Trustee Not Automatically Disqualify Trust from Tax Exemption: Delhi HC

July 29, 2025 1590 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court clarifies that reasonable payments to trustees do not automatically revoke a trust’s tax exemption under Sections 11 and 12, overturning the Revenue’s challenge.

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

July 29, 2025 1038 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT-Cuttack holds only net income, not gross receipts, of an unregistered educational trust is taxable, emphasizing consistency in prior assessments.

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

July 21, 2025 8049 Views 0 comment Print

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

Charitable Trust Registrations, Renewals and Taxation of Unregistered Trusts

July 5, 2025 9750 Views 5 comments Print

Introduction: It is mandatory for every charitable trust to obtain registration under Section 12AB of the Income Tax Act in order to claim exemptions under Sections 11 and 12. If your trust was registered under Section 12AB For the AY 2022–23, the registration remains valid until the AY 2026–27. Therefore, it is essential to reapply […]

Essential Tips for Seamless Trust Registration in India

July 4, 2025 1044 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about Trust Registration in India for charitable initiatives. Understand the process, benefits like tax exemptions, and essential steps to establish your non-profit legally.

Step-by-Step Guide to Trust Registration: Build Your Charitable Trust

June 30, 2025 5088 Views 2 comments Print

Learn how to set up a charitable trust in India in 2025. This guide covers trust registration, deed drafting, documentation, and tax exemption processes.

Electronic Filing of Form 10F: Challenges and Uncertainties

April 1, 2025 1503 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT’s shift to electronic Form 10F filing poses compliance challenges for resident payers and non-residents, raising concerns over clarity, PAN requirements, and tax risks.

Assessment & Income Tax Exemption for Universities, Hospitals & Institutions

March 11, 2025 5004 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about income tax exemptions for universities, hospitals, and educational institutions under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, including Rule 2BBB provisions.

Assessment of Trusts as per latest amendments (Including Finance Bill 2025)

February 23, 2025 44712 Views 1 comment Print

An analysis of trust taxation under the Income Tax Act, including Finance Bill 2025 amendments, tax exemptions, anonymous donations, and business trust regulations.

Audit of a Trust in Form 10B/10BB: Filing Essentials

January 31, 2025 8934 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the audit requirements for trusts under Form 10B/10BB, including due dates, filing process, clauses, and key differences to ensure compliance and tax exemption.

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