Paying Rs 55,000 rent on time could not save salaried taxpayer from Rs 1 lakh penalty for missing TDS, know why

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An individual faced a Rs 1 lakh penalty for not deducting TDS on monthly house rent of Rs 55,000. According to Section 194-IB, TDS at 2% must be deducted if monthly rent exceeds Rs 50,000. Tenants must file Form 26QC and provide Form 16C to the landlord. Penalties for non-deduction include interest and discretionary fines. Read below to know more.