FAQs
FAQ: When is an audit required for charitable trusts? Charitable trusts must specific conditions to qualify for exemptions under Sections 11 and 12, including the mandatory audit of accounts under Section 12A(1)(b). Similarly, institutions approved under Section 10(23C) must have their accounts audited as per its tenth proviso. An audit is required if the total income of the trust or institution, before claiming exemptions under Section 11, 12, or 10(23C), exceeds the basic exemption limit of ₹2,50,000. However, if the total income remains at or below this threshold, an audit is not mandatory. FAQ : Is an audit necessary if a trust’s total income is ₹1.50 lakh, but its total application is ₹5.00 lakh? No, an audit is not required in this case. The audit requirement applies only when the total income, before claiming exemptions under Section 11, 12, or 10(23C), exceeds ₹2,50,000. The amount spent or applied during the year does not determine the necessity of an audit. ...