New Delhi: Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Indirect Taxes) officer N. Shankarnarayanan has been promoted to the rank of Commissioner under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) framework.
A 2008-batch IRS (C&IT) officer, Shankarnarayanan has around 18 years of public service experience and has held key assignments in customs and indirect tax administration.
From Chennai Customs to Senior Leadership
Before his elevation, Shankarnarayanan was serving as Additional Commissioner, Chennai VIII General, Chennai Customs Zone. The role involved responsibilities related to customs administration, enforcement and trade facilitation.
His career record includes multiple postings over the period from November 2021 to May 2026, according to DGHRD (CBIC), Department of Revenue records concerning Group-A IRS (C&IT) officers.
His professional experience spans operational and administrative responsibilities within the indirect tax and customs framework.
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Promoted Under 2026 Empanelment
Shankarnarayanan’s promotion follows his inclusion in the 2026 Commissioner-level empanelment under the CBIC framework.
As a Commissioner, he will be part of the senior leadership responsible for implementing and overseeing customs and indirect tax administration. The position also involves responsibilities related to revenue administration, enforcement and trade facilitation.
His elevation adds another senior officer with extensive field experience to the CBIC’s leadership structure.
Shankarnarayanan’s Journey in IRS
Shankarnarayanan belongs to the 2008 IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) batch and is listed with Employee ID 3744 in the relevant service records.
His career has included assignments under the broader CBIC administrative framework, with his Chennai Customs posting providing experience in handling customs operations and related tax administration.
The promotion marks an important career progression for the officer after nearly two decades of service in the Indian Revenue Service.
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