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Income Tax Notification

Tax Benefits for Donations to Ahmedabad University

Document
Notification Notification No. 23/2026
Effective
Assessment years 2026-27 to 2030-31

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In short

Notification 23/2026 confirms that Ahmedabad University is approved for scientific research tax deductions under the Income-tax Act.

What has changed

How it worked before

Previously, there was no specific government approval in place for this institution to offer these specific research-based tax benefits to its donors. Donors could not claim these specific deductions for contributions made to the university.

What has changed

The government has now officially approved Ahmedabad University for scientific research activities under section 35(1)(ii), which allows donors to claim tax deductions for their contributions. This approval is valid for the assessment years, or the years when income is taxed, from 2026-27 through 2030-31.

Who this affects

This affects Ahmedabad University and individuals or businesses who donate money to the university for scientific research purposes.

What you should do

If you are a donor, you should ensure you receive a Form 10BE certificate from the university to support your tax deduction claim. If you represent the university, you must file Form 10BD annually by May 31st and issue the required certificates to your donors.

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DocumentNotification Notification No. 23/2026
Full titleNotification No. 23/2026
EffectiveAssessment years 2026-27 to 2030-31

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Can I claim a tax deduction for donating to Ahmedabad University?

Yes, because the university is now approved for scientific research, you can claim a deduction for your donations. Make sure to collect your Form 10BE certificate from the university to prove your contribution.

What is a Form 10BE certificate?

Form 10BE is a certificate the university gives you as proof of your donation. You need this document to legally claim your tax deduction when filing your income tax return.

Does this apply to donations made before 2026?

No, this approval is only valid for the assessment years 2026-27 to 2030-31. Donations made outside of this period do not qualify under this specific notification.

What happens if I do not get a Form 10BE?

If you do not receive this certificate, you may struggle to prove your donation to the tax authorities. You should contact the university's accounts department to request your certificate.

Do I need to file any extra forms as a donor?

As a donor, you do not need to file any extra forms yourself. You simply need to keep the Form 10BE certificate provided by the university for your tax records.