Important DaysTuesday, 24 February 2026·CBIC
Central Excise Day Observed (24 February)
Central Excise Day was observed on 24 February to honour the contribution of the CBIC and commemorate the Central Excises and Salt Act, 1944.
Key highlights
Direct fact
Central Excise Day is observed on 24 February, marking the enactment of the Central Excises and Salt Act on 24 February 1944.
Key specifics
- Honours the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
- Commemorates the Central Excises and Salt Act, 1944.
- Most central excise duties were subsumed under GST from 1 July 2017.
- CBIC functions under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
Exam lens
Important Days / Economy: 24 Feb; Central Excises and Salt Act 1944; CBIC under the Finance Ministry.