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Posted on 19 November 2024
If TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is considered as Income Tax, and the person has paid TDS more than ₹1 lac but claimed the whole TDS as Income Tax refund, then:
1. The excess TDS paid (above ₹1 lac) will be treated as an overpayment of Income Tax.
2. The person may be eligible for a refund of the excess TDS paid.
3. However, the refund will be subject to verification and approval by the Income Tax Department.
4. The person may need to provide supporting documents and explanations for the excess TDS paid and claimed as a refund.
5. If the refund is approved, it will be processed and credited to the person's account. It's important to note that TDS and Income Tax are two different things.
TDS is a type of advance tax paid on behalf of the taxpayer, whereas Income Tax is the final tax liability of the taxpayer.
While TDS can be adjusted against Income Tax liability, it's essential to follow the correct procedures and report the correct information in the Income Tax return to avoid any issues or disputes.