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CBDT Amends Form 161 via Sixth Income Tax Amendment Rules, 2026

October 12, 2026

CBDT notifies the Income Tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2026, amending Form 161 and Rule 231 to include new compliance requirements for registration of certain financial entities.

CBDT Introduces Sixth Amendment to Income Tax Rules, 2026

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Income Tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2026, introducing changes to Form 161 and Rule 231 of the Income Tax Rules, 1962. The amendments aim to strengthen disclosure norms for entities seeking or renewing registration under specific tax-facilitated structures.

The key change involves the insertion of additional reporting fields in Form 161, particularly concerning beneficial ownership, source of funds, and compliance history. Rule 231 has been modified to empower the Assessing Officer to seek supplementary documents where initial submissions are incomplete or inconsistent.

"The amendment ensures greater transparency and enables risk-based scrutiny of registrants under notified schemes."

These changes reflect ongoing regulatory efforts to enhance taxpayer accountability and prevent misuse of registration mechanisms. Entities involved in trusts, investment funds, or exempt institutions should review updated Form 161 requirements before submission. The amendments are effective immediately, and non-compliance may result in delayed or rejected registrations.

Citations

  • Income Tax Rules, 1962, Rule 231
  • Form 161 (as amended by 6th Amendment Rules, 2026)
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