ThynkTax /Tax Reference /IT Act 2025 /§296 · was § 12A

Conditions for applicability of exemption to charitable trusts

Section 296, Income Tax Act 2025·Effective 1 April 2026·Live · API confirms § 296

A trust or institution must be registered under Section 12AB to claim exemption. Registration is for 5 years (renewable). Provisional registration for new trusts.

Key provisions

  • A trust or institution must be registered under Section 12AB to claim exemption. Registration is for 5 years (renewable). Provisional registration for new trusts.

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  "old_reference": "Section 12A, Income Tax Act 1961",
  "title": "Conditions for applicability of exemption to charitable trusts",
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  "effective_from": "2026-04-01"
}