TDS Calculator – Tax Deducted at Source
What is TDS (Tax Deducted at Source)?
Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a mechanism under the Indian Income Tax Act where tax is deducted by the payer at the time of making a payment to the payee. This deducted amount is then deposited with the government on behalf of the payee, who can later claim credit for it when filing their income tax return.
Common TDS Rates in India
| Section | Payment Type | Rate (with PAN) |
|---|---|---|
| Section 194J | Professional Fees | 10% |
| Section 194I | Rent – Property | 10% |
| Section 194I | Rent – Plant/Machinery | 2% |
| Section 194C | Contractor (Individual) | 1% |
| Section 194C | Contractor (Company) | 2% |
| Section 194H | Commission/Brokerage | 5% |
| Section 194A | Interest (Other) | 10% |
| Section 194 | Dividend | 10% |
TDS Without PAN — Section 206AA
If the payee does not furnish their Permanent Account Number (PAN), Section 206AA mandates that TDS be deducted at the higher of: 20% or twice the applicable TDS rate. This acts as a strong incentive for payees to provide their PAN to the deductor.
Frequently Asked Questions About TDS Calculator
What is TDS?
TDS stands for Tax Deducted at Source. It is a system where the payer deducts a specified percentage of tax before making a payment to the payee. The deducted amount is deposited with the government on behalf of the payee.
When is TDS deducted?
TDS is deducted when the payment amount exceeds the prescribed threshold limit for that payment type. For example, TDS on professional fees is deducted if payments exceed ₹30,000 in a financial year.
What is the TDS rate on salary?
TDS on salary under Section 192 is deducted as per the employee's applicable income tax slab rate. The employer estimates the annual salary and deducts TDS monthly so the full tax liability is covered by year end.
What is TDS on rent?
TDS on rent of property under Section 194I is 10% if annual rent exceeds ₹2,40,000. For plant or machinery rent, the TDS rate is 2%. The ₹2,40,000 threshold applies to both categories.
What happens if PAN is not provided?
Under Section 206AA, if the payee does not provide a PAN, TDS is deducted at 20% or at twice the applicable rate, whichever is higher. This is significantly higher than the normal TDS rates.
How to check TDS deducted on my income?
You can check TDS deducted through Form 26AS available on the Income Tax e-filing portal at incometax.gov.in. Form 26AS shows all TDS credits against your PAN for the financial year.
Can TDS be refunded?
Yes. If TDS deducted exceeds your actual tax liability for the year, you can claim a refund by filing your Income Tax Return (ITR). The excess TDS will be refunded to your bank account after processing.
Is TDS calculator free on Calcon?
Yes, completely free — no sign-up, no download, no usage limit. Works on all devices including mobile.
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