The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has introduced amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 1962, specifically updating Form No. 52A. This form is crucial for filmmakers as it requires a statement to be furnished to the Assessing Officer under section 285B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, concerning the production of cinematograph films. The amendment ensures that the reporting requirements for film production align with current regulations.
The Central Board of Direct Taxes has released the Income Tax (32nd Amendment) Rules, 2021 to further make amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 1962. Under the amended Rules, Form No. 52A which is a statement to be furnished to the Assessing Officer under section 285B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, in respect of production of a cinematograph film has been amended.
Here is the format of the New Form No. 52A:
“FORM NO. 52A
[See rule 121A]
Statement to be furnished to the Assessing Officer under section 285B of the Income-tax Act, 1961, in respect of production of a cinematograph film



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FAQ :
The CBDT has amended Form No. 52A through the Income Tax (32nd Amendment) Rules, 2021.
Form No. 52A is a statement that must be furnished to the Assessing Officer under section 285B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, in respect of the production of a cinematograph film.
The Income Tax Rules, 1962, were amended by the Income Tax (32nd Amendment) Rules, 2021.
Section 285B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, is relevant to Form 52A.