Even if TDS deducted in Feb-14 is **not paid before 31st March 2014**, the expense **will generally not be disallowed** under the Income Tax Act **provided the TDS is paid subsequently with applicable interest**.
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### Key points:
* **Interest @1.5% per month (or part of month)** from the date of deduction till actual date of payment applies under **Section 201(1A)**. * Once TDS and interest are paid, the expenditure is eligible as a business expense. * If TDS is not paid at all or payment is delayed without interest, then the expense may be disallowed under **Section 40(a)(ia)**.
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### So, paying TDS late with interest avoids disallowance.