Mphasis Limited has received an income-tax assessment order with a demand notice of Rs. 22.87 billion. The company, however, maintains that the order will not materially impact its financials, citing favorable precedents and plans to pursue rectification and appeal.
Mphasis Limited announced on March 26, 2026, that it has received an assessment order under Section 143(3) read with Section 144B of the Income-Tax Act, 1961, along with a demand notice under Section 156. The order pertains to Assessment Year 2023-24.
Assessment Order Details
The Income Tax Department’s Assessment Unit issued the order, citing variations in reported income versus assessed income. Additions were made on ESOP expenses, subcontractor payments to overseas associates without tax deduction at source, and GST turnover differences compared to audited financials.
Management’s View
Mphasis stated that the proposed variations are recurring issues already pending before the Supreme Court and backed by favorable High Court precedents. The company emphasized that it sees no material financial impact and will file a rectification petition to address computational errors.
Key Highlights
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Assessment order received for AY 2023-24
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Demand notice of Rs. 22.87 billion issued
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Additions include ESOP expenses, subcontractor payments, GST turnover differences
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No penalties or sanctions imposed
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Company to file rectification petition and appeal
Sources: Company filing with BSE and NSE, Mphasis Limited disclosure