TaxAdministration

CBIC’s Staffing Crisis: Over 37,000 Vacancies Remain Unfilled

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CBIC’s Staffing Crisis: Over 37,000 Vacancies Remain Unfilled

CBIC Struggles with Staff Shortages Despite High Vacancy The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is facing a significant staffing crisis, with over 37,000 vacancies. A parliamentary panel has raised concerns after the board recruited only 4,600 people in 2024, highlighting a substantial gap between the sanctioned and working strength. As of July … Read more

Income Tax Staff Protest CBDT “Apathy” on Key Demands

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Income Tax Staff Protest CBDT “Apathy” on Key Demands

Income Tax employees across India are boycotting official Income Tax Day celebrations today, July 24, 2025, to protest the Central Board of Direct Taxes’ (CBDT) “persistent apathy” towards their long-standing demands. The Joint Council of Action (JCA), representing the Income Tax Employees Federation (ITEF) and Income Tax Gazetted Officers Association (ITGOA), has announced escalating demonstrations … Read more