Income Tax Act, 2025  ·  Chapter X — Special Provisions  ·  Section 164

Section 164
Meaning of specified domestic transaction

IT Act 2025 Chapter X Effective 1 April 2026 Old: 92BA
New Provision
Section 164, IT Act 2025
Replaces (IT Act 1961)
92BA
Chapter
Chapter X — Special Provisions
Effective From
1 April 2026
Statutory Text — Section 164

For the purposes of this Chapter, the expression “specified domestic transaction” in case of an assessee means any of the following transactions (not being an international transaction),— (a) any transaction referred to in section 122; (b) any transfer of goods or services referred to in section 140(9); (c) any business transacted between the assessee and other person as referred to in section 140(13); (d) any transaction, referred to in any other section under Chapter VIII or section 144, to which provisions of section 140(9) or (13) of this Act or section 80-IA(8) or (10) of the Income-tax Act, 1961 are applicable; (e) any business transacted between the persons referred to in section 205(4); (f) any other transaction as may be prescribed, and where the aggregate of such transactions entered into by the assessee in a tax year exceeds a sum of twenty crore rupees.

Shahi & Co. — Our Understanding
This section is part of Chapter X of the Income Tax Act, 2025, effective from 1 April 2026. It carries forward the corresponding provision from the Income Tax Act, 1961 with simplified language and restructured drafting.
Practical Note: For specific guidance on how this provision applies to your situation, consult a qualified Chartered Accountant. The Income Tax Act, 2025 retains the substance of the old law while making it more accessible.
Shahi & Co., Chartered Accountants
Need guidance on Section 164?
Our Direct Tax team advises individuals, businesses, and start-ups on all provisions of the Income Tax Act, 2025. We help you navigate the transition from the old Act with zero disruption to your compliance calendar.
Consult Our Tax Team →
← Previous
Section 163: Meaning of international transaction
Next →
Section 165: Determination of arm’s length price
← Full IT Act 2025 Index ESOP Taxation Guide TDS under IT Act 2025 NRI Residency Rules
Disclaimer: This is a reproduction of Section 164 of the Income Tax Act, 2025 (No. 30 of 2025) as published in the Official Gazette of India (CG-DL-E-22082025-265620) for informational and reference purposes only. Shahi & Co., Chartered Accountants makes no warranty as to completeness or accuracy. For the official authenticated text refer to egazette.gov.in or incometaxindia.gov.in. This does not constitute legal or tax advice.