by Audit Analyst | Jan 9, 2026 | Minimum Alternate Tax
Understanding Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) Other Comprehensive Income includes income and expenses not routed through the Profit and Loss Account. OCI items are recorded directly in the equity section of the financial statements. Common OCI items include...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 9, 2026 | Minimum Alternate Tax
General Principle of MAT Credit Ownership MAT credit under Section 115JAA is allowed to the company that originally paid MAT. It is treated as a tax credit asset specific to the legal identity of that company. MAT credit cannot be freely transferred between entities....
by Audit Analyst | Jan 9, 2026 | Minimum Alternate Tax
Understanding MAT Credit and Refund Claims MAT credit arises when the MAT paid exceeds the normal income tax payable. It is not refunded directly but carried forward to offset future tax liabilities. Refunds are processed only if there is excess tax paid other than...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 9, 2026 | Minimum Alternate Tax
Purpose of Disclosure in MAT Computation MAT computation notes explain how book profit is adjusted for tax purposes. They provide transparency in the reconciliation between accounting profit and MAT profit. These notes are essential for tax audit, statutory audit, and...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 9, 2026 | Minimum Alternate Tax
Understanding Company Conversion Company conversion refers to a change in the legal structure of the entity. Common conversions include private limited to public limited, company to LLP, or amalgamation. Such conversions may be tax-neutral if conditions under the...