Overview

• Ravi Agrawal of CBDT and A M Bajaj of the CAG signed the agreement in New Delhi in the presence of CAG K Sanjay Murthy.
• The collaboration launches workshops, joint seminars, sharing of audit insights from advanced data analytics, and pilots of remote audits in GST and other areas.
• The CAG described the MoU as a strategic framework to close skills gaps and expand capacity building through data-driven methods.
• CAG officials are receiving training in AI and machine learning, with the office offering support to strengthen CBDT systems identified for improvement.
• CBDT Chairman highlighted the shift to the 2025 income tax regime with a more prudent, non-intrusive approach, with revenue audit officials to receive up-to-date training on the new rules.