Deduction of TDS on Project Consultancy charges

I shall make a payment of  Rs 30000 to an individual towards project consultancy charges . This is the first time we are making any payment to him . Is any TDS deductible ?  Is the threshold limit crossed ? If yes, then at what %  shall I deduct TDS ?  

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This discussion clarifies the rules around deducting Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on project consultancy charges paid to individuals. Generally, TDS is not required for a single payment under £30,000. However, if the total consultancy fees exceed £30,000 within a financial year or per bill, TDS becomes applicable. The rate for deduction, particularly under Section 194J for technical services, is often 10%, though 2% was also mentioned as a possibility for technical fees.

If there will further consultancy in the future then you may deduct Tds @ 10% under section 194J.

If you are not going to get any other bill from the project consultant other than this Rs. 30,000 then you are not required to deduct any TDS.

However, the aggregate of the charges exceeds Rs. 30,000 in a year or Rs. 30,000 per bill then TDS is liable to be deducted. 

Thank you , this information will help

Ok understood thank you . 

2% as technical fees not 10% 

2% as technical fees not 10% 

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