Our Mandate

The Central Tax & Central Excise, Kozhikode Commissionerate, functioning under the Thiruvananthapuram Zone of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), plays a pivotal role in the administration of indirect taxes across the key northern districts of Kerala—Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Palakkad. Our mandate encompasses the enforcement and facilitation of GST laws, ensuring compliance, and fostering a transparent tax ecosystem in the region.

Economic Profile & Facilitation

The region's economic profile is defined by a diverse mix of major industries such as construction and infrastructure, jewellery manufacturing and retail, banking and financial services, cement manufacturing, aviation, and education services. The Commissionerate actively fosters a transparent and taxpayer-friendly environment by simplifying processes, leveraging technology, and promoting voluntary compliance. This dual focus on enforcement and empowerment significantly enhances the ease of doing business, supports local enterprises, and strengthens the region's overall economic development.

Establishment and Growth

Established in 1997, the Central Tax & Central Excise, Kozhikode Commissionerate began operations from its permanent headquarters at CR Building, Mananchira, Kozhikode in 1999. The Commissionerate's administrative structure comprises five divisions — Kozhikode Urban, Kozhikode Rural, Kannur, Malappuram, and Palakkad — totaling 21 ranges, with its headquarters strategically located in Kozhikode to oversee central tax administration across northern Kerala.