CRISIL Plans Appeal Against ₹149 Crore Tax Demand
CRISIL Ltd has received an income tax assessment order for Assessment Year 2023-24, demanding ₹148.99 crore in tax and interest. The credit rating firm stated the demand has no immediate impact on its financial or operational activities and plans to file an appeal against the order.
For context, CRISIL reported a net profit of ₹658.4 crore for FY23.
Why This Matters
Tax disputes can represent potential financial liabilities. While CRISIL has a track record of successfully appealing such demands, an unfavorable outcome could lead to significant financial implications for the company.
Past Tax Scrutiny
CRISIL has faced similar tax scrutiny before. In March 2026, it disclosed a tax re-assessment order for AY 2017-18 demanding ₹121.20 crore, plus other demands for TDS and GST in earlier years, all of which it contested. These cases suggest tax authorities are frequently examining the company's financial calculations.
Risks to Watch
The main risk is the financial impact if the appeal against the current tax demand is unsuccessful. Investors will be watching the appeal's progress and outcome.
Contingent Liabilities
As of March 31, 2023, CRISIL reported contingent liabilities related to taxes and claims totaling ₹112.8 crore.
