Tds on service tax on rent

[sunil jain]

In view of recent CBDT circular dt 28.4.08 reg non deduction of TDS on service tax on rent payment. In view of this logic I am of the view that TDS is not required to be deducted on service tax component on payment under any section 194C/194J & so on. Kindly give your view.

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Chartered Accountant Questions TDS on Service Tax in Rent Payments; Calls for Clarification on Sections 194C/194J. A discussion initiated by a chartered accountant addresses the issue of whether Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) should be applied to the service tax component on rent payments, referencing a recent CBDT circular. One respondent argues that TDS should not apply to service tax, while another acknowledges the logical basis for non-application but points out that the wording of sections 194C/194J requires TDS on 'any sum' paid. The latter suggests seeking clear government clarification on non-deduction of TDS in such cases.