09^th February, 2026

Rooted in heritage, looking at the future! 🏛️🇮🇳 NACIN Palasamudram inaugurated the 3-day National Workshop on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) today 09.02.2026, featuring 42 nominations from CBIC formations and CSTIs across India.

The ceremony began with a Welcome Address by the Course Director, Dr. Sreeparvathy S.L., Additional Director, followed by warm greetings extended by Shri Peri Umasankar, Pr. Additional Director General. The workshop was officially launched with an inspiring Inaugural Address by Dr. M. Subramanyam, Pr. Director General, NACIN.

This program bridges traditional Indian wisdom with modern administrative governance—a key step toward

09^th February, 2026

A one-week hands-on training programme on GSTN Front Office and Back Office modules for the Officer Trainees of the 76th batch concluded successfully at NACIN Palasamudram. The programme was conducted by faculty from the Goods and Services Tax Network and provided practical exposure to system workflows and functionalities.

The immersive training proved to be a highly enriching learning experience, significantly enhancing the trainees’ understanding of technology-driven GST administration. NACIN expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation to the committed GSTN team for their dedicated support and expertise in making the programme a success.

04^th February, 2026

To commemorate Martyr’s Day, the Social Service Committee of the 76th and 77th batches at NACIN Palasamudram organised a Blood Donation Camp. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from the entire campus community.

A total of 74 units of blood were donated, led by Dr. M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN. The collected blood will support life-saving paediatric cardiac surgeries at Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research.

The successful conduct of the camp reaffirmed NACIN’s strong commitment to humanitarian service, social responsibility and the spirit of service to the nation.

04^th February, 2026

Shri Anoop Gulab Gidwani, former investigator with the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), Hongkong, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 76th and 77th batches at NACIN Palasamudram. He drew extensively upon his professional experience in financial investigations, forensic accounting, expert evidence and related domains.

Through engaging narratives and real-life case studies, he demonstrated how matters that initially appeared limited in scope—such as cases of tax evasion—often unfolded into larger financial crimes or corruption-related investigations. The session helped trainees appreciate the importance of looking beyond surface-level facts, adopting a holistic investigative approach and recognising linkages across financial, corporate and corruption offences. The practical insights shared were particularly valuable as the officers prepare for demanding field assignments.

04^th February, 2026

The Social Service Committee of the 76th Batch of IRS organised a fest on campus to raise funds for a social cause. Officer Trainees, senior officers and staff participated with great enthusiasm and contributed generously.

The funds raised were utilised to procure sports equipment and essential furniture, which were distributed to the Zilla Parishad High School, Buduli, in Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh. The initiative underscored the values of social service, collective responsibility and empathy, reflecting the trainees’ commitment to inclusive growth, community engagement and making a meaningful contribution to society as an integral part of public service.

03^rd February, 2026

Shri Unmesh Sharad Wagh, former Chairman, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 77th batch on port infrastructure and logistics.

The session offered practical perspectives on port-led development, capacity expansion, multimodal connectivity, logistics efficiency and the critical role of ports in facilitating trade, improving supply chains and strengthening India’s maritime competitiveness.

03^rd February, 2026

Shri Gautam Ray, IRS (Retd.), interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 75th, 76th and 77th batches on the evolution and mechanism of the RoDTEP scheme.

The session traced the journey from earlier export incentive frameworks to RoDTEP, explaining its rationale, WTO-compliant design, remission methodology and operational aspects, and highlighting its significance in enhancing export competitiveness and ensuring neutralisation of embedded taxes.

03^rd February, 2026

Ms. Sudha Koka, Member, GST Appellate Tribunal, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 75th and 76th batches on issues relating to arrear recovery under GST and practical aspects of handling cases before the National Company Law Tribunal.

The session offered valuable insights into recovery mechanisms, coordination with insolvency proceedings, legal complexities involved in GST dues during corporate resolution, and best practices for effective and lawful enforcement.

03^rd February, 2026

Shri Ritvik Pandey, IAS, Secretary, Sixteenth Finance Commission, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 75th, 76th and 77th batches, along with senior officers of the MCTP Phase III (Mid-Career Training Programme) batch.

The session provided rich perspectives on Centre–State fiscal relations and public finance management, covering contemporary challenges in fiscal federalism, resource sharing, fiscal discipline and the evolving role of institutions in strengthening cooperative federalism and effective governance.

03^rd February, 2026

Shri Manish Sinha, CEO, Goods and Services Tax Network, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 76th and 77th batches and shared valuable insights on the role of technology in facilitating ease of doing business under GST.

The session highlighted how digital architecture, data-driven processes, system integrations and continuous technological innovation have strengthened compliance, improved taxpayer services and enhanced transparency in the GST ecosystem, while also outlining future challenges and opportunities for technology-enabled tax administration.

03^rd February, 2026

On the occasion of World Wetlands Day, a bird watching session was organised for the Officer Trainees of the 76th and 77th batches. The session was conducted with the expert guidance of Dr. P. Pramod, Senior Principal Scientist, Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), and graced by the presence of Dr. M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN.

NACIN Palasamudram, with its beautiful green campus and the adjoining Palasamudram Lake, is home to a rich diversity of bird species and provides an excellent natural setting for bird watching and nature-based learning.

The interactive field experience sensitised the trainees to the rich avian diversity of wetland ecosystems and helped inculcate values of conservation, ecological balance and environmental consciousness, reinforcing the importance of sustainable and responsible public service.

02^nd February, 2026

The two-week ITEC Interdiction Training Programme was inaugurated today at NACIN with a ceremonial lamp-lighting, followed by an inaugural address by Dr. M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN, and a welcome address by Ms. Aarti Saxena, ADG. The programme has been carefully curated to provide field-level officers a holistic exposure to interdiction, risk management, trade facilitation, and the systems that interlink them into a seamless operational framework.

02^nd February, 2026

The programme is designed as an immersive learning journey-covering field-level interdiction, risk management, passenger and air-cargo controls, and exposure to systems such as National Customs Targeting Centre (NCTC). Through practitioner-led sessions, participants will explore how trade facilitation and enforcement are interwoven to enable effective, timely, and seamless Customs operations.

02^nd February, 2026

The programme brings together Customs officers from Maldives, South Sudan, and Mongolia. Day 1 concluded with interactive group discussions, where participants mapped operational challenges drawn from their own field experience. These discussions will anchor the programme over the next two weeks, as officers collectively examine practical responses, share approaches, and translate learning into actionable outcomes relevant to their respective Customs administrations.

26^th January, 2026

Republic Day was celebrated with pride and solemnity at National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics, Palasamudram, in the presence of Dr. M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Officer Trainees of the 75th and 76th Batches of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) presented a splendid parade, displaying exemplary discipline, synchronisation, and a deep sense of pride.

In his address, the Pr. DG underscored that Republic Day is a reminder of the constitutional values of integrity, discipline, and service to the nation. He emphasised that NACIN shapes officers of character as much as competence, and urged the trainees to make the most of their training and prepare themselves to shoulder responsibilities with professionalism and commitment.

24^th January, 2026

Celebrating 50 years of excellence!

NACIN Palasamudram is proud to host the Golden Jubilee Reunion of the 1974 & 1975 Batch of IRS (C&IT) from Jan 22–24, 2026.

Highlights of this landmark journey:
🏛️ Inauguration of the new Alumni Center
🤝 Inter-generational "Life Lessons" interaction with Officer Trainees
🧠 Wellness & Cognitive Vitality session with Dr. Shubha Srinivasan
🛕Immersive visit to the historic Lepakshi temple (IKS)

Bridging the legacy of 1975 with the future of 2026.

21^st January, 2026

Shri Rajesh Jindal, Pr. DG, Directorate General of Systems and Data Management, addressed officers of the 76th Batch of IRS, who underwent hands-on training on ADVAIT (Advanced Analytics on Indirect Taxation). The programme provided practical exposure to advanced data analytics tools and their application in risk assessment, compliance management, and data-driven decision-making in indirect taxes.

He also interacted with officers of the 75th Batch of IRS, currently attending the Furbisher Course after gaining field experience. The interaction focused on operational issues faced in the Systems domain and constructive discussions on the scope for further enhancement, modernization, and user-centric improvements of tax IT systems.

19^th January, 2026

The two-week Furbisher Course for the 75th batch of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) officers was inaugurated by the Principal Director General, NACIN, in the presence of Shri Peri Umasankar, Pr. ADG, Dr. Steephen L, and other senior officers.

The course provides a valuable platform for officers recently inducted into the field to reflect on their initial experiences, reinforce core principles of tax administration, ethics and vigilance, and enhance their professional competence through structured discussions and interactions.

19^th January, 2026

Shri Ashwani Lohani, IRSME (Retd.), former CEO of Air India, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 75th, 76th and 77th batches of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) at NACIN Palasamudram today.

Drawing from his rich experience in public sector leadership, he emphasised the centrality of integrity, ethical decision-making, and professional courage in public service. He highlighted the importance of leadership by example, institutional commitment, and maintaining personal values while navigating complex administrative challenges. His interaction offered valuable insights and inspiration to young officers at the start of their careers in public service.