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Bombay HC: CBDT Circulars Cannot Bypass Revised Monetary Limits

July 13, 2026

The Bombay High Court ruled that a subsequent CBDT circular cannot be used to avoid revised monetary limits on appeals.

Bombay HC: CBDT Circulars Cannot Bypass Revised Monetary Limits

The Bombay High Court has ruled that a circular issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) after the filing of an appeal cannot be employed to circumvent the enhanced monetary limits specified in a later CBDT circular dated September 17, 2024. This decision underscores the rigidity of the monetary limits framework established by the CBDT.

The court indicated that once the appeal becomes subject to these revised monetary limits, any exception introduced subsequently cannot retroactively apply to justify the continuation of the appeal. This ruling serves to clarify the interpretation of CBDT guidelines and highlights the importance of understanding current monetary limits when filing appeals.

Practitioners should note this ruling as it delineates the boundaries within which clients can operate regarding appeal strategies and the importance of making timely decisions under statutory guidelines regarding monetary limits.

Citations

  • Bombay HC (2026) N/A N/A
Practice Areas:tax

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