This discussion clarifies the due date for TDS on salary paid in May 2020, even if it relates to April's earnings. The consensus is that TDS is due on the actual payment date. It also addresses the interest charged for delayed TDS payments, explaining the rates applicable based on the delay and relevant notifications.
25 July 2020
Yes, interest would attract at 1.5% per month from the date of deduction to actual payment. Hence if you select the TDS deduction date as 31.05.2020, then interest would be 3%.
25 July 2020
Yes rightly said, the interest rate being 0.75% per month. Hence, if you pay after 2 days, the interest rate turn out to be 1.5% (0.75+0.75).