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Finance Bill 2026 rewrites MAT rules, nudges firms to concessional tax regime

India's minimum alternate tax rules are changing significantly from April 1, 2026. The MAT rate will drop to 14%. New MAT credits will not be allowed. Companies can use old MAT credits, but only a quarter of their tax bill each year. This aims to simplify taxes and guide businesses to a lower 22% corporate tax rate.

1 Feb 2026 11:43 pm