Ravi Agrawal Reappointed as CBDT Chairman: Centre Extends Tenure Till December 2026

The central government of has reappointed Ravi Agrawal as the Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). His tenure was extended for another six months and will be effective from 1st of July, 2026. This decision was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and it extends the tenure till December 31, 2026 or until any further orders.

Key Takeaways

• Ravi Agrawal has been reappointed as the CBDT Chairman for another six months period.
• His new tenure is effective from July 1st to December 31st, 2026.
• He is a 1988-batch Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer.
• The extension was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).

Why Was Ravi Agrawal Reappointed?

The government has approved the Ravi Agrawal’s reappointment on the contractual basis after his scheduled retirement on June 30th 2026.

This extension has been granted by relaxing the existing recruitment rules applicable to the senior government appointments.

Ravi Agrawal was first appointed as the CBDT Chairman in June 2024 for one year. His tenure was later extended until June 2026 and the latest decision allows him to continue to leading India’s direct tax administration for another six months period.

Key Facts

• Appointment: Reappointed as CBDT Chairman
• Effective Date: July 1, 2026
• Tenure: Six months (till December 31, 2026)
• Service: Indian Revenue Service (1988 Batch)
• Approved By: Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
• Ministry: Ministry of Finance
• Department: Department of Revenue

What is the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)?

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is the apex policy making body for direct taxes in the India. It functions under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance and it administers the powers from the Income-tax Act, 1961.

The CBDT is responsible for the formulating direct tax policies, improving tax administration, ensuring effective tax collection, combating tax evasion and also implementing the reforms that enhances the transparency and taxpayer services.

It also issues the important circulars and guidelines related to income tax administration across the country.