topics to revise before interview?

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raj (Querist)
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07 July 2011 hi!
Can anybody help me out with the topics one should revise before facing an interview? I mean the topics from taxation and any other relevant topics from other subjects..

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CMA Ramesh Krishnan

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15 July 2011 This is based on the Position and Job profile which you are going to appear for interview

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02 August 2025 Hey! Preparing for an interview in taxation and related fields? Here’s a handy list of key topics you should revise to make a solid impression:

### Taxation Topics to Revise:

* **Income Tax:**

* Basics of Income Tax (Heads of Income, Residential Status)
* Taxable and Non-Taxable Income
* Deductions under Section 80C to 80U
* Tax computation for individuals, firms, and companies
* TDS provisions and compliances
* Filing of Income Tax Returns and assessment procedures
* Recent amendments & budget highlights

* **GST:**

* Basics of GST – CGST, SGST, IGST
* Registration and returns filing
* Input tax credit rules
* Composition scheme
* Export and import under GST
* E-way bills

* **Corporate Tax:**

* MAT (Minimum Alternate Tax)
* Transfer Pricing basics
* Dividend Distribution Tax

* **Other Relevant Laws:**

* Basics of Companies Act (related to financial statements and compliances)
* Basics of Auditing (especially tax audit under section 44AB)
* Fundamentals of Accounting (journal entries, financial statements)
* Basic understanding of FEMA (foreign exchange management)

### Soft Skills & Other Topics:

* Communication skills (clear, confident answers)
* Your resume details (be ready to discuss your experiences and projects)
* Current affairs related to finance and economy (budget news, tax reforms)
* Problem-solving questions related to taxation and accounting

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