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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


BCAS asks for deferment of form 10B and 10BB

September 11, 2023 22437 Views 1 comment Print

Bombay Chartered Accountants Society requests a one-year deferment of Form 10B/10BB, citing challenges faced by charitable trusts in complying with the new audit requirements in India.

Income Tax, Tax Audit and Trust Glossary

August 26, 2023 2388 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Glossary Advance Ruling : The Advance Ruling is a mechanism that helps in bringing certainty in the determination of tax liability on a particular transaction. Advance tax : The scheme of advance tax requires every assessee to estimate his current income, and if tax liability on such estimated income exceeds the specified limit, […]

Trust Registration under section 12AA cannot be denied for Surplus Profit

July 26, 2023 3303 Views 0 comment Print

The J&K High Court ruled that trust registration under section 12AA cannot be denied solely for generating surplus profit. Read the full judgment here.

Charitable activity genuineness unproved: Section 12AB Registration rejected

June 21, 2023 1422 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the intricacies of the ITAT Pune’s recent decision in Vashi Parivaar Foundation Vs Commissioner of Income Tax(Exemptions), highlighting the importance of proving the genuineness of charitable activities for gaining tax exemption.

Trust registration rejection: ITAT orders Reconsideration & fair hearing

June 21, 2023 3357 Views 0 comment Print

Delve into the case of Society of Educational Assistance and Training Vs CIT (Exemptions), where ITAT Amritsar mandates reconsideration of a charitable trust registration rejection due to a lack of fair hearing opportunity.

Understanding Trusts: Types, Creation, Tax Benefits to Donor & Taxation of Trust

May 30, 2023 6141 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the intricacies of trusts with insights into types, creation, tax benefits to donors, and taxation. Understand the roles of authors, trustees, and beneficiaries. Explore the creation process, trust property, and its types—public trusts (charitable and religious) and private trusts (revocable, irrevocable discretionary, and irrevocable non-discretionary).

Registration & Approval Process for Charitable & Religious Trusts – CBDT Clarifies

May 25, 2023 25959 Views 3 comments Print

Explore the detailed analysis of CBDTs Circular No. 6/2023, providing clarifications on the registration and approval process for charitable and religious trusts under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Learn about key provisions, application deadlines, and implications for existing and new trusts, ensuring compliance with income tax regulations.

CBDT clarifies provisions relating to charitable and religious trusts

May 24, 2023 18834 Views 1 comment Print

Circular No. 6 of 2023, issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, provides clarifications regarding provisions related to charitable and religious trusts. The circular explains the amendments made by the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation and Amendment of Certain Provisions) Act, 2020, and their impact on registration and […]

Trust As A Vehicle For Estate Planning

May 20, 2023 3279 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the benefits of using a Trust as a strategic tool for estate planning. Learn about trust structures, tax implications, and why trusts offer advantages over other alternatives. Explore expert insights on when to consider a trust for effective succession planning.

Trust Deed – Agreement of Trust

May 19, 2023 6507 Views 0 comment Print

Explore a comprehensive Trust Deed Agreement outlining key clauses for a Charitable Trust. Learn about trustees roles, contribution methods, dispute resolution, and more. Download this customizable Agreement of Trust for your specific needs.

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