TDS LIMITS FOR RENT OF COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

How much the TDS Rate and limit in FY 19-20 for rent on commercial building
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For the financial year 2019-20 onwards, the TDS limit for rent on commercial buildings under Section 194-I has been increased to Rs. 2,40,000 per annum. If the total rent paid does not exceed this amount, no TDS needs to be deducted. The standard TDS rate is 10%, but this can increase to 20% if the deductee fails to provide their PAN. Note that for a specific period (14/05/20 to 31/03/21), the TDS rate was temporarily reduced to 7.5%.

Section 194 I is applicable if the rent crosses Rs. 180,000 ( for joint property it is Rs. 180,000 to each party).

Rent of Land, building or furniture- 10%

If PAN is not quoted by the deductee then 20%
194-I the Monetary limit enhanced to Rs. 2,40,000/- from Rs. 1,80,000/- from F.Y 2019-20. Accordingly, if the  Rent Payment does not exceed Rs. 2,40,000/- in a financial year, deductor is not require to deduct the TDS.

So, Limit 2,40,000( TDS if rent above limit)
Rate @ 10 %
Yes correct for FY 19-20 onwards it is 2,40,000/-
Now, the TDS rate is 7.5% (14/05/20 to 31/03/21)

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