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Work History
Education
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Bapan Chandra Das

Bapan Chandra Das

Joint Commissioner Of Taxes, National Board Of Revenue
Amstelveen

Summary

Accomplished tax professional with over 12 years of experience in tax policy and execution— domestic and international, and legislative drafting. Currently pursuing an Advanced LL.M. in International Tax Law at the University of Amsterdam and enrolled for IBFD Advanced Professional Certificate in Transfer Pricing – 2. Authored a research work on Tax Treaty compatibility of Pillar Two. Recognized for drafting tax legislations, authoring influential publications, and driving collaborative outcomes across stakeholders. Proven ability to bridge policy design with practical implementation, fostering compliance and clarity in complex tax environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Joint Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
08.2024 - Current

Second Secretary, Tax Policy

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
10.2019 - 08.2024
  • Contributed as one of the key people in drafting the following laws and regulations:
  • The Income Tax Act, 2023 (first-ever in Bengali language)
  • Finance Acts of 2020 - 2023 (direct tax portion)
  • Tax Return Filing Guidelines, Tax Circulars, and Gazette Notifications (2020-2023)
  • Spearheaded the coordination between the National Assembly and the National Board of Revenue, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of objectives
  • Contributed to Double Taxation Conventions (DTC) negotiations for Bangladesh with Netherlands, Portugal, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Qatar, enhancing international tax collaboration including elimination of double taxation with respect to taxes on income and on capital and the prevention of tax evasion and avoidance.
  • Contributed to tax policy design and conducted comprehensive revenue impact analyses.
  • Contributed to tax expenditure estimation projects, offering data-driven insights for fiscal policy decisions.
  • Drafted policy papers and legal clarifications on taxpayer compliance.
  • Represented tax administration interests in policy discussions with national and international stakeholders.

Deputy Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
02.2018 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw corporate tax assessments and audits, ensuring alignment with national and international regulations.
  • Contributed to withholding tax management, ensuring accurate and efficient tax collection.
  • Played a vital role in audit teams, conducting thorough assessments and promoting fair tax practices.
  • Actively promoted taxpayer education, bridging the gap between tax authorities and the public.
  • Served as a key member of the Tax Recovery Team, contributing to ensuring tax compliance.

Assistant Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
06.2012 - 02.2018
  • Oversaw corporate tax assessments and audits, ensuring alignment with national and international regulations.
  • Contributed to withholding tax management, ensuring accurate and efficient tax collection.
  • Played a vital role in audit teams, conducting thorough assessments and promoting fair tax practices.
  • Actively promoted taxpayer education, bridging the gap between tax authorities and the public.
  • Served as a key member of the Tax Recovery Team, contributing to ensuring tax compliance.

Lawyer

District Bar and Taxes Bar
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • Practiced laws in District Bar and Taxes Bar, Chittagong

Education

Advanced LL.M - International Tax Law

University of Amsterdam

Master of Laws (LL.M) - undefined

University of Chittagong

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - undefined

University of Chittagong

Skills

Certification

Summer course on “Platforms and Tax Information Reporting in the European Legal Framework” organized by the Amsterdam Centre for Tax Law (ACTL) of the University of Amsterdam, 2024

References

Abdullah, Al Faruque, Senate Member, University of Chittagong, a.alfaruque@cu.ac.bd, +8801714817720, University of Chittagong, Professor, Law, Chittagong, Bangladesh, 4331

Publications

  • Book: "Income Tax Law: A Simple Way to Study Income Tax Ordinance, 1984 and other laws", Bodhbirksha, Dhaka, 2022
  • Seminar Paper on "New Tax Law and Tax Compliance" at the National Seminar on Income Tax Day 2023, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2023
  • Keynote Paper Presentation on "Salient Features and Challenges of the Income Tax Act, 2023" at the seminar on NBR Policy Strategy, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2023
  • Workshop participation on tax expenditures focusing on Asia, organized by the Addis Tax Initiative (ATI) and partners, Manila, the Philippines, March 1–3, 2023.

Training

  • Delivered training sessions at national tax academies, fostering a deeper understanding of domestic and international tax compliance frameworks among future tax professionals. Worked as a resource person for the following institutions-
  • BCS(Taxation) Academy, Bangladesh
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants, Bangladesh
  • Institute of Cost and Management Accountants, Bangladesh
  • Corporate Academy, Bangladesh
  • Delivered specialized workshops on tax law interpretation, compliance strategies, and fiscal transparency, fostering technical excellence in taxation professionals

Timeline

Joint Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
08.2024 - Current

Second Secretary, Tax Policy

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
10.2019 - 08.2024

Deputy Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
02.2018 - 08.2023

Assistant Commissioner of Taxes

National Board of Revenue (NBR)
06.2012 - 02.2018

Lawyer

District Bar and Taxes Bar
01.2010 - 05.2012

Master of Laws (LL.M) - undefined

University of Chittagong

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - undefined

University of Chittagong

Advanced LL.M - International Tax Law

University of Amsterdam
Bapan Chandra DasJoint Commissioner Of Taxes, National Board Of Revenue