No TDS on Motor Accident Interest From April 2026

Poojitha Raam Vinay | Last updated: 05 February 2026

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From 1st April 2026, a significant change will take effect: Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) will no longer be applied to interest payments accompanying motor accident compensation. This means accident victims and their families will receive the full amount of compensation and interest without any tax deductions. Previously, this interest was often taxed, leading to reduced payouts for claimants.

Overview Starting 1st April 2026, insurance companies and tribunals will not deduct TDS on interest paid along with motor accident compensation. Earlier, many victims received reduced compensation amounts due to automatic TDS deduction on interest. Now, the entire compensation + interest reaches

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Poojitha Raam Vinay

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I simplify complex income tax, TDS, banking, and investment updates into practical insights for taxpayers, salaried professionals, pensioners, and senior citizens. I regularly write on ITR filing, tax compliance, savings schemes, and the latest financial rule changes in India.

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