{"id":666,"date":"2023-06-08T11:09:14","date_gmt":"2023-06-08T11:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/?p=666"},"modified":"2025-03-31T09:53:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T09:53:16","slug":"section-194q-of-income-tax-act","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Section 194Q of Income Tax Act?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-18\" src=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Vibrant-FinServ-300x143.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"48\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Vibrant-FinServ-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Vibrant-FinServ.png 482w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-4860\" src=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/194Q-300x169.png\" alt=\"Section 194Q of Income Tax Act\" width=\"222\" height=\"125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/194Q-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/194Q.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 222px) 100vw, 222px\" \/><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Definition\" >Definition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Application_of_Section_194Q\" >Application of Section 194Q<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Benefits_of_Section_194Q\" >Benefits of Section 194Q<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Limitations_of_Section_194Q\" >Limitations of Section 194Q<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Comparison_Table_Section_194Q_vs_Section_206C1H\" >Comparison Table: Section 194Q vs Section 206C(1H)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#FAQs_on_Section_194Q\" >FAQs on Section 194Q<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#1_Who_is_liable_to_deduct_TDS_under_Section_194Q\" >1. Who is liable to deduct TDS under Section 194Q?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#2_What_is_the_TDS_rate_under_Section_194Q\" >2. What is the TDS rate under Section 194Q?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#3_When_should_TDS_be_deducted\" >3. When should TDS be deducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#4_What_happens_if_TDS_is_not_deducted_under_Section_194Q\" >4. What happens if TDS is not deducted under Section 194Q?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#5_Does_Section_194Q_apply_to_non-resident_buyers\" >5. Does Section 194Q apply to non-resident buyers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#6_Can_a_seller_claim_credit_for_TDS_deducted_under_Section_194Q\" >6. Can a seller claim credit for TDS deducted under Section 194Q?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#7_Is_Section_194Q_applicable_to_the_purchase_of_services\" >7. Is Section 194Q applicable to the purchase of services?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#8_How_does_Section_194Q_interact_with_GST\" >8. How does Section 194Q interact with GST?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#9_Does_this_section_apply_to_capital_goods\" >9. Does this section apply to capital goods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantfinserv.com\/kb\/section-194q-of-income-tax-act\/#10_Yes_you_can_claim_refunds_through_the_income_tax_return_ITR_filing_process\" >10. Yes, you can claim refunds through the income tax return (ITR) filing process?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Finance Act 2021 introduced Section 194Q of the Income Tax Act to regulate tax deduction at source (TDS) on the purchase of goods. The provision came into effect on <strong>July 1, 2021<\/strong>, and aims to enhance tax compliance, prevent tax evasion, and widen the tax base. This article delves into the meaning, applicability, benefits, limitations, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to Section 194Q.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definition\"><\/span><strong>Definition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Section 194Q mandates that a buyer, responsible for paying any sum to a seller for the purchase of goods, must deduct TDS at the rate of <strong>0.1%<\/strong> if the aggregate purchase value in a financial year exceeds <strong>\u20b950 lakh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_of_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>Application of Section 194Q<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Section 194Q applies to transactions where:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>The buyer&#8217;s turnover or gross receipts in the preceding financial year exceed <strong>\u20b910 crore<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The total purchase amount from a single seller in a financial year exceeds <strong>\u20b950 lakh<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The goods purchased are <strong>not exempt<\/strong> from TDS.<\/li>\n<li>No other section of the Income Tax Act already covers TDS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>TDS is deducted when the amount is credited or the payment is made, whichever happens first.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Section 194Q<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Improved tax compliance<\/strong>: Ensures that high-value transactions are reported to tax authorities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prevention of tax evasion<\/strong>: Helps in tracking transactions and preventing income concealment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Widening of tax base<\/strong>: More businesses become part of the tax framework.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoidance of double taxation<\/strong>: Helps in managing the tax credit system effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations_of_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>Limitations of Section 194Q<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Increased compliance burden<\/strong>: Businesses must maintain extensive transaction records and ensure TDS deduction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Applicability confusion<\/strong>: Can overlap with other TDS provisions such as Section 206C(1H) (TCS on sales of goods).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cash flow issues<\/strong>: Deducted amounts impact liquidity for sellers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exemptions and exclusions<\/strong>: May not apply uniformly across industries and sectors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparison_Table_Section_194Q_vs_Section_206C1H\"><\/span><strong>Comparison Table: Section 194Q vs Section 206C(1H)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Section 194Q (TDS on Purchase)<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Section 206C(1H) (TCS on Sale)<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Applicability<\/td>\n<td>Buyer with turnover &gt; \u20b910 crore<\/td>\n<td>Seller with turnover &gt; \u20b910 crore<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Threshold Amount<\/td>\n<td>Purchase &gt; \u20b950 lakh<\/td>\n<td>Sale &gt; \u20b950 lakh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Deduction\/Collection<\/td>\n<td>Buyer deducts TDS at 0.1%<\/td>\n<td>Seller collects TCS at 0.1%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Point of deduction<\/td>\n<td>Payment or credit (whichever earlier)<\/td>\n<td>Receipt of payment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Responsibility<\/td>\n<td>Buyer<\/td>\n<td>Seller<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Section 194Q is a significant step toward increasing tax compliance and transparency in business transactions. While it imposes an additional compliance burden on businesses, it ensures a systematic approach to taxation. Businesses must stay updated with TDS regulations and integrate efficient tax management strategies to avoid penalties.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Section 194Q<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_is_liable_to_deduct_TDS_under_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>1. Who is liable to deduct TDS under Section 194Q?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A buyer whose turnover in the previous financial year exceeds \u20b910 crore is liable to deduct TDS.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_TDS_rate_under_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>2. What is the TDS rate under Section 194Q?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The TDS rate is <strong>0.1%<\/strong> on purchases exceeding \u20b950 lakh in a financial year.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_When_should_TDS_be_deducted\"><\/span><strong>3. When should TDS be deducted?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>TDS must be deducted <strong>at the time of payment or crediting the seller&#8217;s account, whichever is earlier<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_happens_if_TDS_is_not_deducted_under_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>4. What happens if TDS is not deducted under Section 194Q?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Failure to deduct TDS attracts <strong>interest and penalties<\/strong> under the Income Tax Act.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Does_Section_194Q_apply_to_non-resident_buyers\"><\/span><strong>5. Does Section 194Q apply to non-resident buyers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, unless the purchase is made from a resident seller.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Can_a_seller_claim_credit_for_TDS_deducted_under_Section_194Q\"><\/span><strong>6. Can a seller claim credit for TDS deducted under Section 194Q?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the seller can claim TDS credit while filing income tax returns.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_Section_194Q_applicable_to_the_purchase_of_services\"><\/span><strong>7. Is Section 194Q applicable to the purchase of services?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it applies only to the purchase of <strong>goods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_does_Section_194Q_interact_with_GST\"><\/span><strong>8. How does Section 194Q interact with GST?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>TDS under Section 194Q is deducted on the purchase value <strong>excluding GST<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Does_this_section_apply_to_capital_goods\"><\/span><strong>9. Does this section apply to capital goods?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if the purchase value exceeds \u20b950 lakh and meets other conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Yes_you_can_claim_refunds_through_the_income_tax_return_ITR_filing_process\"><\/span><strong>10. Yes, you can claim refunds through the income tax return (ITR) filing process?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can claim refunds through the income tax return (ITR) filing process.<\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<p>This guide provides a clear understanding of <strong>Section 194Q<\/strong> and its impact on businesses. 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