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GST โ€” Official NACIN, CBIC & ICAI Publications

6 official resources ยท Sourced directly from government & ICAI portals

Free ยท Official
  • BASICSBeginner

    Beginner's Guide to GST

    An official NACIN publication providing a clear, structured introduction to the Goods & Services Tax framework โ€” ideal for businesses and first-time filers.

    NACIN ยท 2024

  • HANDBOOKBeginner

    ABCD of GST โ€” Second Edition

    A comprehensive NACIN handbook covering the alphabet of GST โ€” from registration and returns to ITC, e-invoicing, and annual returns in simple language.

    NACIN ยท 2nd Ed.

  • REFERENCEAdvanced

    Handbook for GST Officers โ€” 2nd Edition (June 2024)

    An authoritative reference handbook for GST administration covering all key provisions, procedures, and practical guidance updated as of June 2024.

    NACIN ยท June 2024

  • FAQIntermediate

    FAQ on GST โ€” Second Edition

    Official CBIC publication answering the most frequently asked questions on GST โ€” registration, returns, ITC, refunds, e-way bill, and more.

    CBIC ยท Official

  • SERIESIntermediate

    10 Point GST Series

    ICAI's concise point-by-point GST series covering key concepts, compliance obligations, and practical tips for chartered accountants and business owners.

    ICAI IDTC

  • BARE LAWAdvanced

    GST Acts, Rules and Rates โ€” Bare Law

    The complete text of CGST, IGST, UTGST, and Compensation Cess Acts with all rules and applicable rates โ€” an essential legal reference updated to 2024.

    ICAI IDTC ยท 2024

Income Tax โ€” Official Publications from incometaxindia.gov.in

6 official resources ยท Sourced directly from government & ICAI portals

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  • COLLECTIONAll Levels

    Tax Awareness E-Books โ€” Official Collection

    The Income Tax Department's official e-book library covering all major taxpayer topics โ€” ITR filing, TDS, deductions, refunds, and more.

    IT Dept ยท Official

  • E-FILINGBeginner

    e-Filing of Income Tax Return โ€” Step-by-Step Guide

    Official booklet from the Income Tax Department explaining the complete process of filing your income tax return electronically through the IT portal.

    IT Dept ยท Official

  • TDSIntermediate

    Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) โ€” Taxpayer Guide

    Official Income Tax Department guide covering TDS on salaries, professional payments, rent, and interest โ€” with practical examples and compliance tips.

    IT Dept ยท Official

  • FORM 26ASBeginner

    Understanding Form 26AS โ€” Taxpayer Guide

    Official guide explaining how to read, download, and use Form 26AS โ€” the annual tax statement consolidating TDS, TCS, advance tax, and refund data.

    IT Dept ยท Official

  • BOOKLETSAll Levels

    Taxpayer Information Booklets โ€” Full Library

    The complete library of Income Tax Department booklets and pamphlets covering PAN, returns, deductions, appeals, and more in English and regional languages.

    IT Dept ยท Official

  • DOWNLOADSAll Levels

    Income Tax Forms & Downloads Portal

    Official portal to access all ITR forms, utility software, offline tools, and related instructions for AY 2024-25 for individuals, companies, and trusts.

    IT Dept ยท AY 2024-25

Regulatory & Budget Updates โ€” Official Government Sources 2024-25

6 official resources ยท Sourced directly from government & ICAI portals

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  • BUDGET 2024All Levels

    Union Budget 2024-25 โ€” Key Highlights (PIB)

    Press Information Bureau's official summary of Union Budget 2024-25 tax proposals โ€” direct tax changes, new slabs, deductions, and indirect tax revisions.

    PIB ยท Budget 2024

  • GST COUNCILAll Levels

    55th GST Council Meeting โ€” Press Release (Dec 2024)

    Official CBIC press release summarising key decisions of the 55th GST Council meeting including rate rationalisations, exemptions, and compliance changes.

    CBIC ยท Dec 2024

  • ANALYSISIntermediate

    Invest India โ€” Union Budget 2024-25 Analysis

    Comprehensive sectoral analysis of Union Budget 2024-25 by Invest India covering manufacturing, infrastructure, taxation, MSME, and investment incentives.

    Invest India ยท 2024

  • OFFICIAL BUDGETAll Levels

    India Budget Official Portal โ€” 2024-25

    The official India Budget portal with full Budget documents, speech, finance bill, economic survey, and all annexures for Union Budget 2024-25.

    MoF ยท Official

  • FAQBeginner

    GST Council โ€” FAQ on GST

    The official GST Council FAQ page answering common questions on GST rates, exemptions, filing obligations, and the composition scheme โ€” regularly updated.

    GST Council ยท Official

  • HELP GUIDEBeginner

    GST Help Modules โ€” Official Portal

    Step-by-step help modules on the official GST portal covering registration, returns, payments, refunds, e-way bill, and ITC reconciliation with screenshots.

    GSTN ยท Official

Standards on Auditing (SA) โ€” Official ICAI AASB Publications

6 official resources ยท Sourced directly from government & ICAI portals

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  • SA 700Professional

    SA 700 (Revised) โ€” Forming an Opinion & Reporting on Financial Statements

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 700 โ€” complete text on how the auditor forms an opinion and structures the Independent Auditor's Report including key audit matters.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

  • SA 315Advanced

    SA 315 โ€” Identifying & Assessing the Risk of Material Misstatement

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 315 covering risk assessment procedures, understanding the entity and its environment, and evaluation of internal controls.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

  • SA 230Intermediate

    SA 230 โ€” Audit Documentation

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 230 covering requirements for audit documentation โ€” working papers, assembly of audit files, and ownership and confidentiality.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

  • SA 705Professional

    SA 705 (Revised) โ€” Modifications to the Opinion in the Independent Auditor's Report

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 705 on qualified opinions, adverse opinions, and disclaimers of opinion โ€” with practical application guidance and illustrative reports.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

  • SA 501Advanced

    SA 501 โ€” Audit Evidence: Specific Considerations for Selected Items

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 501 covering specific audit evidence considerations for inventory, litigation, and segment information โ€” essential for statutory auditors.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

  • SA 570Advanced

    SA 570 (Revised) โ€” Going Concern

    ICAI Standard on Auditing 570 on the auditor's obligations regarding going concern โ€” events or conditions, management assessment, audit procedures, and reporting.

    ICAI AASB ยท Official

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