CBDT Notifies Income-tax Rules 2026: Full Gazette Update & Applicability from 1 April 2026

The Gazette Notification titled “Income-tax Rules, 2026” has been published by the Ministry of Finance (CBDT) in the Official Gazette of India (Extraordinary), dated 20th March 2026.

The notification lays down comprehensive rules framed under the Income-tax Act, 2025, covering definitions, procedural compliances, valuation mechanisms, reporting requirements, and regulatory conditions applicable to various transactions and entities. The rules are effective from 1st April 2026 and are intended to streamline tax administration and ensure uniform compliance across stakeholders.

This notification is hereby uploaded for reference, compliance action, and internal circulation