TDS u s 194Q is not applicable on electricity payments as per CBDT Circular 13 2021. If the electricity company collects TCS, TDS u s 194Q is not required.
20 October 2022
1. No. As per Circular Number 13/2021, dated 30.06.2021, provisions of section 194Q is not applicable on Transaction in Electricity. 2. No TDS u/s. 194Q, when TCS is deducted by supplier.