Updated TDS Rates for FY 2024-25: Key Changes and Implications
- Rajiv Kumar
- Feb 10
- 2 min read
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has released the revised Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) rates for the Financial Year (FY) 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26). These changes aim to streamline tax compliance, ensure proper deduction at source, and provide clarity for taxpayers.
Whether you are a salaried individual, business owner, or financial professional, understanding these updates is crucial to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
Key TDS Rate Changes for FY 2024-25
The table below summarizes the latest TDS rates and thresholds applicable to different types of payments:
1. Salary Payments (Section 192)
TDS Rate: As per the applicable income tax slab rates.
2. Interest on Securities (Section 193)
Threshold | TDS Rate |
Debentures (₹5,000) | 10% |
8% Savings Bonds (₹10,000) | 10% |
7.75% Savings Bonds (₹10,000) | 10% |
3. Dividend Income (Section 194)
Threshold: ₹5,000
TDS Rate: 10%
4. Interest Other than on Securities (Section 194A)
Category | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Senior Citizens | ₹50,000 | 10% |
Others | ₹40,000 | 10% |
5. Winnings from Lotteries, Crossword Puzzles, etc. (Section 194B)
Threshold: ₹10,000 (aggregate winnings)
TDS Rate: 30%
6. Winnings from Online Games (Section 194BA)
Threshold: No minimum limit (applicable on all winnings)
TDS Rate: 30%
7. Winnings from Horse Races (Section 194BB)
Threshold: ₹10,000 (aggregate winnings per financial year)
TDS Rate: 30%
8. Payments to Contractors/Sub-Contractors (Section 194C)
Category | Threshold (Single/Annual) | TDS Rate |
Individuals/HUF | ₹30,000 / ₹1,00,000 | 1% |
Others | ₹30,000 / ₹1,00,000 | 2% |
9. Insurance Commission (Section 194D)
Category | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Domestic Companies | ₹15,000 | 10% |
Others | ₹15,000 | 5% |
10. Payment in Respect of Life Insurance Policy (Section 194DA)
Period | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Up to Sept 30, 2024 | ₹1,00,000 | 5% |
From Oct 1, 2024 | ₹1,00,000 | 2% |
11. Commission or Brokerage (Section 194H)
Period | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Up to Sept 30, 2024 | ₹15,000 | 5% |
From Oct 1, 2024 | ₹15,000 | 2% |
12. Rent Payments (Section 194-I)
Category | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Plant & Machinery | ₹2,40,000 | 2% |
Land, Building, Furniture | ₹2,40,000 | 10% |
13. Payments on Transfer of Immovable Property (Section 194-IA)
Threshold: ₹50,00,000
TDS Rate: 1%
14. Rent by Individuals/HUF Not Under Tax Audit (Section 194-IB)
Period | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Up to Sept 30, 2024 | ₹50,000/month | 5% |
From Oct 1, 2024 | ₹50,000/month | 2% |
15. Joint Development Agreements (Section 194-IC)
TDS Rate: 10%
16. Professional/Technical Services (Section 194J)
Category | Threshold | TDS Rate |
Fees for Technical Services | ₹30,000 | 2% |
Other Payments | ₹30,000 | 10% |
17. Income from Units Payable to Residents (Section 194K)
TDS Rate: 10%
18. Payments to Partners of a Firm (Section 194T)
Effective Date: April 1, 2025
Threshold: ₹20,000 aggregate per financial year
TDS Rate: 10%
19. Payments to Non-Residents (Section 195)
TDS Rate: Varies based on income type (generally between 10%-30%).
Conclusion
The revised TDS rates for FY 2024-25 bring greater transparency and ease of compliance for taxpayers. With changes in thresholds and deduction rates across various categories, businesses and individuals must stay updated to ensure accurate tax deduction and reporting.
What should you do next?
✔️ Review your TDS obligations based on these updates.
✔️ Adjust your tax calculations for the upcoming financial year.
✔️ Consult a tax expert if required to stay compliant.
Keeping track of these TDS updates will help avoid penalties and ensure smooth tax filing.
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