Particular guidelines for cash deposits and withdrawals from savings accounts have been set by the Income Tax Department. If these restrictions are exceeded, tax authorities may investigate or impose fines. You may steer clear of needless financial issues by being aware of these restrictions.
Limits on Savings and Current Account Deposits
Savings Accounts: The Income Tax Department receives reports of deposits above ₹10 lakh each fiscal year for monitoring.
Current Accounts: Tax authorities must be notified of any deposit over ₹50 lakh within a fiscal year.
High-value transactions must be reported by banks and other financial institutions; however, this does not entail immediate taxes.
Cash Withdrawal Tax (TDS) Under Section 194N
For withdrawals above ₹1 crore: A 2% TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is applicable.
For individuals who haven't filed ITR in the past 3 years:
2% TDS on withdrawals above ₹20 lakh
5% TDS on withdrawals above ₹1 crore
TDS deducted under this section can be claimed as a credit while filing Income Tax Returns (ITR).
Section 269ST: Penalty on Large Cash Deposits
Depositing ₹2 lakh or more in cash in a single financial year may attract penalties under Section 269ST of the Income Tax Act.
However, this rule applies only to cash deposits, not withdrawals.
The Significance of These Regulations
The purpose of these rules is to stop financial fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering. By being aware of these limitations, you may effectively manage your transactions and steer clear of needless fines. For clarification on these tax ramifications, always speak with your bank or a financial counselor.