Amendments related to successor entity subsequent to business reorganization



Quick Summary
New amendments to Section 170 of the Act aim to clarify tax proceedings for businesses undergoing reorganisation. Previously, assessments on predecessor entities during court proceedings were deemed illegal if the entity ceased to exist. The proposed changes ensure that assessments and proceedings, whether pending or completed on the predecessor, will be considered valid for the successor. Additionally, a new Section 170A will allow entities to file modified tax returns to account for changes from the reorganisation's effective date, bridging the gap between the order's effectivity and its issuance.

1. Chapter XV of the Act refers to liability in certain special cases. Section 170, inter-alia, governs the procedure of taxation in case of succession to business in the event of reorganization or restructuring of the business which is discussed as under. 2. Though section 170 provides for assessment in cases of succession otherwise than by death, in practice once an entity starts the process of reorganization by filing an application with the adjudicating authority or any High Court, the pe
Daily Limit Reached

You have reached your daily limit of 2 Free News

Subscribe to CCI PRO for unlimited access

Why Upgrade to CCI PRO?
  • No Ads
  • WhatsApp Community
  • Daily E-Newsletter
  • Unlimited News Access
  • Profile Visitors
  • Link Social Profiles
  • Featured Job Posts
  • Pro Badge
  • Expert GST Guidance
  • Unlimited Forum Replies
  • Download Content in PDF
1 Year PLAN
1999
(Excl. of GST ₹359)

2 Years PLAN
3499
(Excl. of GST ₹629)

BEST VALUE
3 Years PLAN
4999
(Excl. of GST ₹899)

View all CCI PRO benefits

Already a PRO member? Login here for an ad-free experience. 07941056694

FAQ :

The amendments aim to clarify that tax assessments and proceedings, whether pending or completed on a predecessor entity during a business reorganisation, are valid and will be deemed to have been made on the successor entity.

Section 170A will allow entities undergoing business reorganisation to file modified tax returns for the period between the reorganisation's effective date and the final order's issuance date.

These amendments will take effect from 1st April 2022.

A new Section 156A is proposed to provide a mechanism for reducing or modifying tax demands from the outstanding demand register, in line with orders from competent authorities during restructuring.

It was needed to address the anomaly where there's a gap between the effective date of a reorganisation and the date of the final order, affecting entities' ability to modify filed returns.




News posted by

Finance news reporter covering taxation, GST, income tax, business compliance, and economy updates. I simplify complex financial topics into easy-to-understand articles for professionals, taxpayers, and business owners on leading finance and tax platforms.

Comments :


More »

Popular News





CCI Pro



Company
08 October 2026
Accounts and Tax Associate

POOJA R TELI & CO

Pune

CA Inter

View Details
Company
Featured 03 October 2026
Accountant

A P Lodha and Associates

Jalna

B.Com

View Details
Company
06 October 2026
Assistant Manager - Audit and Compliance

Ravi K Jain & Co

Noida

Others

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 30 September 2026
CA Article Assistant

CA Suraj Garg & Associates

New Delhi

CA Final

View Details
Company
30 September 2026
Senior Accountant

Codeboard Technology

Chennai

B.Com

View Details
Company
12 October 2026
Finance

I-Genext Consulting Private Limited

New Delhi

CA

View Details
Company
24 October 2026
CA Industrial Trainee

Fytomax Nutrition Private Limited

Aurangabad

CA Inter

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 23 October 2026
Articled Trainee

J Y & CO

Hyderabad

CA Inter

View Details