From Banking to IRS | Shakeel Ahmad Ganie’s Journey from Ganderbal to Tax Administration

How does a banker become an IRS officer? IRS officer Shakeel Ahmad Ganie, 2016 batch, shares his remarkable journey from Ganderbal and a background in Chemistry and banking to public service. Currently posted as Joint Commissioner of Income Tax in Ahmedabad, Ganie reflects on his UPSC journey, his years of service in Srinagar and the changing nature of tax administration. From tax awareness and voluntary compliance to artificial intelligence, data analytics and digital governance, he explains how technology is transforming the work of tax officers. He also speaks about Kashmir’s changing business landscape, the importance of young entrepreneurs and why tax administration is ultimately connected to nation-building. Watch the full conversation to know more about his journey, experiences and vision for modern tax administration.