Archive · 29 Nov 2025
Vivek Chaturvedi appointed CBIC Chairman
Vivek Chaturvedi has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC).
He takes over from Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, who retired on November 28, 2025.
Chaturvedi has over three decades of experience in tax administration and previously served as the Principal Director General of Vigilance.
The government announced his appointment on November 29, 2025.
The CBIC is responsible for administering major indirect taxes like GST, customs duties, and central excise.
Chaturvedi's appointment marks a significant leadership transition at the CBIC.
Vivek Chaturvedi appointed as new CBIC Chairman
Sanjay Kumar Agarwal retired on November 28, 2025
Chaturvedi previously served as Principal Director General of Vigilance
Appointment approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
Chaturvedi's tenure begins on December 1, 2025
- Who
- Vivek Chaturvedi
- What
- Appointment as CBIC Chairman
- When
- December 1, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Sanjay Kumar Agarwal's retirement
Government Perspective
Public Perspective
Appointment Process
Government Perspective
The government views the appointment as a routine administrative decision based on experience and seniority.
Public Perspective
The public may scrutinize the appointment for transparency and potential political influences.
- New Chairman
- Vivek Chaturvedi
- Previous Chairman
- Sanjay Kumar Agarwal
- Retirement Date
- November 28, 2025
- Appointment Date
- December 1, 2025
- Previous Role
- Principal Director General of Vigilance
- Experience
- Over three decades in tax administration, vigilance, and compliance
- CBIC Responsibilities
- Administering GST, customs duties, central excise, trade facilitation, enforcement, and anti-smuggling operations
