This 51st edition of Systematic Approach to Income Tax, updated for Assessment Year 2026–2027, presents a simplified, structured, and exam-focused exposition of Income Tax law, incorporating all amendments introduced by the Finance Act, 2025. The book is designed to make a complex subject easy to understand through clear language, systematic presentation, and extensive use of tabular and graphical explanations.

The content is developed with a strong practical orientation, supported by more than 500 illustrations, examples, and both practical and theoretical questions to help students clearly grasp and apply statutory provisions. Each chapter begins with a section-wise study, enabling a topic-wise and provision-wise understanding of the law, while the user-friendly, examination-oriented style enhances retention and performance in exams. The book fully reflects last-minute changes in law and is thoroughly updated to remain current and authoritative for the relevant assessment year.

This edition is applicable for the May 2026, September 2026, and January 2027 examinations and is especially useful for:
• CA Intermediate students
• CMA Intermediate students
• CS Executive students
• Candidates pursuing other specialised studies in taxation
• Graduate and postgraduate students of universities and management institutes

Authored by CA (Dr.) Girish Ahuja and Dr. Ravi Gupta, the book draws on their extensive academic, professional, and practical experience in direct taxation. Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this updated edition serves as a comprehensive, reliable, and examination-ready guide for mastering Income Tax law for academic, professional, and departmental examinations.