Tax Planning Help: How Can I Save on Taxes with a 10% TDS on My Retaining Fee?

I receive INR 30,000 per month as a retaining fee from a company. TDS is being deducted at 10%. How can I plan for tax saving?

Thank you.

It's like you have your own small business. At the end of the year, file your return and include this TDS in the return. Well, for tax planning, it would be the same as it is for an individual.

Warm Regards,
Vikas Goel

It's like you have your own small business. At the end of the year, file your return and include this TDS in the return. Well, for tax planning, it would be the same as it is for an individual.

Investment and Tax Planning Queries

Thanks for the prompt reply. How much and which portfolio should I invest in? I don't have an insurance policy. I am 58 years old. Should I invest under 80C to the maximum? I think the whole ₹3,60,000 annual salary will be taxable. Am I right? So, to have nil tax, what should I do?

Regards,
Vikas Goel

As you are on a retainer-ship and receive income from the same under the "Income from Business and Profession" category, you can claim an exemption under section 80C. However, this exemption is only applicable if you have income from salary only. You may claim a refund when filing your Income Tax Return (ITR). In the scenario discussed, you cannot avoid the Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on retainer-ship fees.