This discussion clarifies whether Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is applicable on interest paid to a supplier for a Bank Guarantee (BG). The consensus is that if the supplier charges interest for the BG facility, it is considered interest income. Therefore, TDS under Section 194A would likely apply if the annual interest exceeds ₹5,000, with a deduction rate of 10% if PAN is provided and 20% otherwise.
05 June 2021
section 194A applicable interest paid more than 5000 PA TDS NEED TO BE DEDUCTED @10% FOR PAN FURNISHED BY ASSESSEE ,20% IF ASSESSEE DOSEN'T FURNISH PAN