Professional Fees for FY 2018-19 Rs. 14,000/- bill dated 31/01/20 FY 2019-20 Rs. 14,000/- bill dated 31/01/21 FY 2020-21 Rs. 14,000/- bill dated 15/02/22
Amount paid in FY 2021-22 was Rs. 35,000/-
Whether TDS is required to be deducted
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This discussion clarifies the rules for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on professional fees under Section 194J. It examines whether TDS is required when payments span multiple financial years and individual bill amounts are below the threshold. The key factors determining TDS applicability include whether the payment is a single consolidated amount or for past services, and the tax audit status of the preceding financial year.