21 May 2009
will any body tell me that which book for income tax is better which is advanced and contain every point in detail and which will be useful in practise much.
03 August 2025
For an advanced, practice-oriented Income Tax book that covers every point in detail and is suitable for professional use (not just for students), here’s a quick guide based on your query:
1. V.K. Singhania Highly recommended for professionals — detailed, comprehensive, and regularly updated.
Covers all aspects of Income Tax with practical examples, case laws, circulars, and notifications.
Suitable for practitioners, tax consultants, and advanced learners.
Sometimes a bit heavy, but very thorough.
2. T.N. Manoharan Easier language and more student-friendly.
Good for understanding concepts clearly but less detailed for advanced practice compared to Singhania.
More suited for exam preparation or beginners.
3. Padhukas Known for practical insights and concise explanations.
Useful for professionals who want quick, to-the-point information.
Not as detailed as Singhania but better than beginner books.
Summary Table Book Level Use Case V.K. Singhania Advanced/Practitioner Best for detailed practice and reference Padhukas Intermediate Good for quick reference and practice T.N. Manoharan Beginner/Student Easy reading, good for concepts
Final Recommendation For full, advanced coverage and practical use, V.K. Singhania’s book is the best choice.
You can keep Manoharan or Padhukas as supplementary quick reference.