Sunil Bhat

About Sunil Bhat

Result-oriented tax and regulatory professional with over a decade of experience, currently serving as Director – Corporate Tax & Regulatory at Deloitte India. I specialize in direct tax compliance, advisory, litigation management, tax structuring, and regulatory strategy, supporting clients across diverse industries. I am passionate about delivering practical, business-centric solutions that balance tax efficiency with compliance integrity.Over the years, I have led numerous tax engagements involving assessments, appeals, representation before tax authorities, and cross-border advisory matters. Hands on experience in advising global and Indian corporates on strategic tax planning, restructuring, and regulatory frameworks, enabling them to navigate evolving tax and policy environment.I am a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Karnataka Law University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Bangalore University. Beyond technical capabilities, I believe in building strong client relationships, mentoring young professionals, and contributing to thought leadership within the tax ecosystem.

Experience

1. Director

   Deloitte

   Jun 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• Karnataka State Law University

  Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Indian constitution, Administrative law, Civil law, Criminal law

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounts, Costing & Finance, Law, audit and tax

• Gokhale Centenary College, Ankola.

  PUC/ Grade XII

• Bangalore University

  Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com, English, Accounts, Law, Tax, Costing, Management Accounting,

• Vishwa Bharathi High School, Bengre, Murdeshwara

  SSLC/ Grade X