Department profile
AZB & Partners

Tax

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


AZB & Partners

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About

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We understand that your business demands a multi–disciplinary approach, and a cross–pollination of ideas across diverse practice groups is necessary to devising cutting–edge tax strategies. The specialised Tax group therefore works very closely with our corporate transaction and advisory teams, rather than a silo-based, isolated application of tax laws.

Our experience in these areas is deep and extensive, including transfer pricing, international tax, treaty interventions, direct taxes and related areas, goods and services tax, customs duty, excise duty, equalisation levy, transactional taxes and other relevant, applicable laws.

What distinguishes us is our ability to lead independently and deliver end–to–end, holistic tax strategies and advice across a range of matters.

Chambers Review

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Tax - India

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

AZB & Partners fields a highly regarded team that provides a wide variety of direct and indirect tax assistance. The tax team is well versed in handling an array of issues such as income tax and GST, as well as advising corporate clients on tax planning. The firm is recognised for advising clients on the tax implications of headline mergers and demergers, as well as market entry. The team also has a good track record of litigation and investigations concerning various sections of the Income Tax Act, having represented clients in cases heard in the Delhi High Court and the Supreme Court of India.

Work Highlights

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  • AZB & Partners represented PepsiCo before the Delhi High Court, wherein the department filed 14 appeals against orders passed by ITAT, Delhi.

Strengths

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  • I'd like to note AZB & Partners' integrity and confidence in the law. The firm has served us well.

    Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • We have been impressed with AZB & Partners' ability to develop creative solutions and achieve positive outcomes.

    Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The firm has strong commitment and passion towards clients.

    Tax respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersAjay Bahl
    Eminent PractitionersAjay Bahl

    Ajay Bahl

    Ajay Bahl is based in Delhi and offers expert advice on sizeable transactions and litigious proceedings.

    • He has the ability to balance commercial requirements of the client with legal and tax considerations.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 1Deepak Chopra
    Band 1Deepak Chopra

    Deepak Chopra

    Deepak Chopra in Delhi is a respected practitioner who is often noted for his impressive client base and handling of high-stakes tax litigation.

Ranked Individuals at AZB & Partners (2)

India

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