Understanding the Penalty for Incorrect TDS Deductions
Learn about penalties for incorrect TDS deductions and how to avoid them.
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Incorrect TDS deductions can lead to penalties, such as a monthly interest on the unpaid amount and possible penalties for late filing, which can be up to ₹200 per day until the form is filed. Employers could also be penalized for non-deduction or late deduction at rates between 1% to 1.5% per month. Ensuring timely and accurate TDS deductions and filings is essential to avoid these penalties.
FAQs & Answers
- What is TDS and why is it important? TDS, or Tax Deducted at Source, is a method of collecting income tax in India where the tax is deducted at the source of income before it is paid to the recipient. It is important because it ensures a steady flow of revenue for the government and helps in reducing tax evasion.
- What happens if TDS is not deducted correctly? If TDS is not deducted correctly, it can lead to penalties, including a monthly interest on the unpaid amount and fines for late filing that can accumulate up to ₹200 per day until compliance is achieved.
- How can employers avoid penalties related to TDS? Employers can avoid penalties related to TDS by ensuring timely and accurate deductions and by filing the TDS returns on or before the due dates specified by the tax authorities.
- What is the rate of penalty for late filing of TDS returns? The penalty for late filing of TDS returns can be up to ₹200 per day, with additional penalties for non-deduction or late deduction of TDS, ranging between 1% to 1.5% of the amount that should have been deducted.