This discussion clarifies how presumptive taxation under Section 44AD interacts with Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). Even when opting for the 44AD scheme, businesses remain obligated to deduct TDS if applicable. The query seeks guidance on applying the correct tax slabs (6% for banking, 8% for cash) to various income components including TDS, bad debts, and outstanding amounts, especially when payments are partially received through banking channels.
12 March 2024
My company has opted U/s. 44AD & net turnover for the year is ₹10Lakhs in which payment rec'd via bank channel (Online & Cheque) is ₹6.5Lakhs + Cash - ₹1Lakh + TDS - ₹20K + Bad Debts - ₹13K & Outstanding is ₹2.17Lakhs.
Please guide in which tax slab (6% / 8%) I have to put TDS, Bad Debts & Outstanding amount.
16 August 2025
Please note that opting for the presumptive scheme under Section 44AD does not exempt one from TDS obligations. If you are required to deduct tax under any TDS provisions (such as salary, contractor payments, rent, etc.), you must continue to do so—even under the presumptive regime.