🚗 Planning to Buy a Car? Don’t Forget About TCS – Here’s How to Claim Your Refund!
If you’re purchasing a car, you may have heard about Tax Collected at Source (TCS)—but do you know how it impacts your finances and how to claim a refund?
Under Section 206C(1F) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, a 1% TCS applies on car purchases exceeding ₹10 lakh. The good news? You can claim this TCS as a refund when filing your ITR!
What is Tax Collected at Source on car purchase
TCS on Car Purchase: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
If you’re buying a car priced above ₹10 lakh, you may encounter Tax Collected at Source (TCS) under Section 206C(1F) of the Income Tax Act. Here’s how it works:
🔹 Who Collects TCS & at What Rate?
- The car dealer/seller must collect 1% TCS on the total sale value exceeding ₹10 lakh.
- This tax is collected at the time of payment (cash, cheque, loan, etc.) or when the buyer’s account is debited—whichever is earlier.
🔹 Who is EXEMPT from TCS?
TCS does not apply if the buyer is:
✔ Central/State Government
✔ Embassy/High Commission
✔ Public sector transport companies (e.g., ST buses)
✔ Local authorities (as per Section 10(20) of IT Act)
🔹 Important Exceptions
- Does NOT apply to wholesale transactions (e.g., car manufacturers selling to dealers).
- Only impacts retail sales to end customers.
Why This Works:
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EXAMPLE OF SECTION 206C(1F)
You purchase a car worth ₹12 lakh (exceeding the ₹10 lakh threshold).
- TCS Rate: 1%
- TCS Calculation: 1% of ₹12 lakh = ₹12,000
- Who Pays?: The seller/dealer collects this amount at the time of payment and deposits it with the government.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION (FAQ)
What is the TCS rate for car purchase?
The TCS rate for car purchase is 1% if the purchase value of the car exceeds Rs. 10 lakh.
Can I claim TCS on a car purchase?
Yes, TCS on car purchase can be claimed while filing your Income tax return.
Under which section does TCS on car purchase fall?
TCS on car purchase falls under section 206C(1F) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
What is the benefit of TCS on the car?
The benefit of TCS on car purchase is that the government can keep track of all the high-value transactions. This will help to reduce money laundering and tax evasion.
What if you missed filing your ITR on time?
If you missed filing your ITR on time, you can still claim a refund if you file it before 31 December of the Assessment year. However, late filing of the ITR will attract a penalty and a late fee, which will be adjusted to your refund amount.
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