FORM 10 E for Arrears

[KUMAR Narasimhan]

Dear Sir,

An employee received an Arrears for the last 5 years in FY 20-21, but in form 16 Relief U/s 89 is '0'. Should he need to file FORM 10E?

AI Summary

Filing Form 10E is mandatory for arrears received over five years with zero relief under Section 89 in Form 16. An individual inquired about the necessity of filing Form 10E after receiving arrears for the past five years in the fiscal year 2020-21, noting that the relief under Section 89 in Form 16 was zero. The response confirmed that filing Form 10E is required in this situation.