This discussion addresses the correct gross amount for TDS deduction under Section 194Q of the Income Tax Act. The consensus is that TDS should be calculated on the bill value excluding VAT and GST. Therefore, tax should be deducted on the amount exclusive of these additional taxes.
20 July 2021
What should be the gross amount on which TDS u/s 194Q of IT Act should be deducted. If the bill value includes VAT, should TDS be done on amount including VAT or excluding VAT ?