§ 369
Chapter XVIII — Appeals, Revisions And Alternate Dispute Resolutions

Tax to be paid irrespective of appeal, etc

Income-tax Act, 2025

Even if a taxpayer files an appeal in the High Court or Supreme Court, the tax assessed must be paid immediately. The liability does not wait for the outcome of the appeal.

📜 Official text of the section +
369. Irrespective of the fact that an appeal has been preferred to the High Court or the Supreme Court, tax shall be payable as per the assessment made in the case. Execution for costs awarded by Supreme Court.

Plain-language summary — not the official text. Refer to the bare Act and confirm with a professional for your specific case.