Mumbai: The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against senior IRS officer Amit Kumar Singal and his wife Anupama Singla for allegedly amassing disproportionate assets worth ₹4.57 crore during his service period.
Allegations of Disproportionate Assets
According to the FIR, the alleged irregularities occurred between April 2018 and May 2025, during which Singal is accused of possessing assets 139.15% higher than his known sources of income.
The case was registered by the CBI’s Mumbai unit following a complaint filed on April 1 by an inspector from its anti-corruption branch in Chandigarh.
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Positions Held by the Accused
During the period under scrutiny:
- Amit Kumar Singal was serving as Additional Director General in the Directorate General of Tax Services under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, New Delhi.
- Anupama Singla was posted as Commissioner of Income Tax under the Central Board of Direct Taxes, New Delhi.
Charges Under Anti-Corruption Laws
The FIR alleges that Singal intentionally enriched himself illicitly during his tenure as a public servant. His wife has been booked for allegedly abetting the offence.
The case has been registered under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Prevention of Corruption Act.
A CBI official stated that the allegations point to deliberate illicit enrichment and that the matter will be investigated as per law.
Investigation Underway
The agency has indicated that the alleged activities span across Maharashtra and New Delhi, and further investigation is underway to establish the full extent of the assets and possible violations.
Focus on Accountability
The case underscores continued scrutiny by anti-corruption agencies on public officials and highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in public service.
About Him
Mr Amit Kumar Singal is an Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer from the 2007 batch who most recently served as the Additional Director General at the Directorate of Taxpayer Services in New Delhi. His career has been marked by significant controversy; in June 2025, he was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for allegedly demanding a ₹45 lakh bribe to provide “favourable treatment” in a tax matter. During raids at his residences in Delhi, Mumbai, and Punjab, investigators recovered ₹1 crore in cash, over 3.5 kg of gold, and 2 kg of silver. Prior to this posting, he had served in the Central Vigilance Commission as a Director before being repatriated to his parent cadre.
