What is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and what services do they provide?

A Chartered Accountant (CA) is a licensed professional certified by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). CAs provide services including GST filing and litigation, income tax advisory, statutory audit, forensic audit, business consultancy, company registration, and financial planning. P S Jajodia & Associates is a leading CA firm offering all these services across India.

How do I find the best CA or Chartered Accountant near me in India?

To find the best Chartered Accountant near you, look for ICAI-registered CA firms with proven expertise in your area of need (GST, Audit, Income Tax, etc.). P S Jajodia & Associates, led by CA Pranay S. Jajodia (FCA, DISA, Forensic Auditor, AI Certified), offers expert CA services across Nagpur, Maharashtra, and all of India. Contact us at +91 8600023993.

What is the difference between a CA and a tax consultant in India?

A Chartered Accountant (CA) is a licensed professional regulated by ICAI with authority to sign audit reports, conduct statutory audits, and represent clients before tax authorities. A tax consultant may not hold a CA degree. CAs like those at P S Jajodia & Associates have wider legal powers, higher qualifications (FCA/ACA), and can handle complex litigation, forensic audits, and international taxation.

What GST services does a CA provide?

A Chartered Accountant provides comprehensive GST services including GST registration, monthly and annual return filing (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9), GST audit, GST litigation and appeals, GST advisory on complex transactions, HSN classification, and input tax credit reconciliation. P S Jajodia & Associates specialises in GST Litigation and is known for successful representations before GST authorities.

How much does a CA charge for income tax return filing in India?

CA fees for income tax return (ITR) filing in India vary based on complexity — from individual ITR-1 filings to complex business returns with multiple sources of income. P S Jajodia & Associates provides transparent, competitive pricing for all ITR filings. Contact us for a consultation and tailored quote based on your specific tax situation.

What is a forensic audit and when do you need a forensic CA?

A forensic audit is a specialised investigation into financial records to detect fraud, embezzlement, or financial misconduct. You need a forensic CA when there is suspected fraud, insurance claims, litigation support, or regulatory investigations. CA Pranay S. Jajodia is an ICAI-certified Forensic Auditor and leads forensic audit engagements at P S Jajodia & Associates.

Can a CA help with company registration in India?

Yes, a Chartered Accountant can assist with company registration including Private Limited Company, LLP, OPC, partnership firm, and sole proprietorship. CAs handle MCA filings, MOA/AOA drafting, DSC applications, and post-incorporation compliances. P S Jajodia & Associates provides end-to-end company incorporation and compliance services.

What are the qualifications of CA Pranay S. Jajodia?

CA Pranay S. Jajodia is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) — the highest membership level of ICAI. He is also a DISA (Diploma in Information Systems Audit) holder, ICAI-Certified Forensic Auditor, and holds an AI for Finance Professional Certificate. He is the Founder and Principal Partner of P S Jajodia & Associates, Nagpur.

Does P S Jajodia & Associates provide CA services online?

Yes, P S Jajodia & Associates provides CA services online across India including GST filing, income tax advisory, audit support, and business consultancy. We also offer AI-powered tax tools on our website at psjajodia.com for TDS reconciliation, GST rate finder, and income tax calculations. Contact us at +91 8600023993 or capranayjajodia@gmail.com.

How is P S Jajodia & Associates different from other CA firms in India?

P S Jajodia & Associates stands apart as Nagpur's first tech-enabled, AI-certified CA firm. Led by CA Pranay S. Jajodia (FCA, Forensic Auditor, AI Certified), the firm combines deep technical expertise with cutting-edge AI tools, transparent advisory, and a proven track record in GST Litigation. The firm serves clients across Maharashtra and India with a commitment to ethics, precision, and client satisfaction.

Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Amendment Directions, 2026

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Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Amendment Directions, 2026

Reference ID: RBI-ID-13741

Release Date: October 19, 2026

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Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Amendment Directions, 2026

RBI/2026-27/295
DOR.MRG.REC.No.249/00-00-020/2026-27

October 19, 2026

Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Amendment Directions, 2026

Please refer to Section C on ‘Limits for Non-Option Derivative Contracts’ of Chapter IV of the Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Directions, 2025.

2. On a review, and in exercise of the powers conferred by section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, and all other provisions / laws enabling the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to issue instructions in this regard, the RBI being satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest so to do, hereby, issues the Amendment Directions hereinafter specified.

3. (i) These instructions shall be called the Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Amendment Directions, 2026.

(ii) The amended instructions shall come into effect immediately upon issuance.

4. Section C on ‘Limits for Non-Option Derivative Contracts’ of Chapter IV of the Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Miscellaneous) Directions, 2025 (paragraph 37 of the Directions) stands deleted.

(Sunil T S Nair)
Chief General Manager

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