Accounting of donation in kind

How donation in kind is recorded in accounts ?
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This discussion clarifies how donations in kind are recorded in accounting. While most donations are treated as expenses, it's important to note their tax treatment. Specifically, only cash or cheque donations are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G, with cash donations over Rs. 10,000 not qualifying. Donations made in kind do not offer any tax deduction.

Donation of any nature to be treated as expense but there are some specific donations which are treated seperately.

Mode of donation eligible for deduction under section 80G:

Only donations made in the form of cash or cheque are eligible for a tax deduction. However, donations made in cash do not qualify for a tax deduction exceeding Rs. 10,000. Donations made in kind do not qualify for any tax deduction.

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