Section 1 — Short title, extent and commencement

Old Act equivalent: Section 1 of IT Act 1961 Sub-part: Chapter I—Preliminary

Statutory Text

  1. (1) This Act may be called the Income-tax Act, 2025. (2) It extends to the whole of India. (3) Save as otherwise provided in this Act, it shall come into force on the 1st April, 2026.

Provisos

None.

Explanations

None.

Tables

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Key Structure

  • Applies to: The entire Income-tax Act, 2025.
  • Conditions: Extends to the whole of India.
  • Time limits: Comes into force on 1st April 2026, unless otherwise provided.
  • Monetary limits: None.
  • Exceptions: None.

Cross-References

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Amendment Notes

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Practical Notes