What should property buyers know about TDS rules for full payment and installment-based property purchases in India?
About TDS on Property Transactions
TDS on property purchase under Section 194IA is mandatory whenever a buyer purchases a property valued above ₹50 lakh from a resident seller. This ensures transparency of the real estate transaction and prevents tax leakage. The obligation lies entirely on the buyer, not the seller. TDS applies both to completed properties and under-construction units where payments are made in installments.
TDS becomes more complex when multiple buyers, sellers, or installment-linked payments are involved. Below is a fully consolidated explanation including joint ownership scenarios and frequently asked questions by taxpayers.
Financial Highlights of TDS Rules
| Scenario | TDS Requirement |
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| Single Buyer – Single Seller | 1% of consideration value |
| Single Buyer – Joint Sellers | Separate 1% TDS for each seller |
| Joint Buyers – Single Seller | Each buyer deducts their proportionate 1% |
| Under-Construction Property | 1% TDS on every installment paid |
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Step-by-Step TDS Process for Buyers
- Login to the Income Tax Portal → e-Pay Tax → TDS on Sale of Property.
- Enter seller PAN, property details, and calculate 1% TDS as applicable.
- Joint sellers: Repeat payment for each seller separately.
- Joint buyers: Each buyer logs in separately to deposit their proportionate share.
- Under-construction property: Deduct 1% TDS on every installment as per builder payment schedule.
- After payment (2–3 days), download Form 16B and send it to the seller or builder.
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TDS compliance becomes especially important when property is funded through payment schedules, bank-linked milestones, or builder-based demands.
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TDS is not a tax on the buyer but a compliance duty. Timely deduction on the right amount ensures smooth handover, prevents penalty, and secures a clean title. For under-construction properties, installment-wise TDS is mandatory and directly affects builder payment recognition.
Expert Q&A – Your Questions Answered
Q1. Is TDS fixed at 1% of official sale value shown in agreement?
Answer: Yes. TDS is exactly 1% of the value as per the legal sale document so the Income Tax Department can verify the authenticity of the transaction.
Q2. For under-construction property, is TDS required on every installment?
Answer: Yes. TDS @1% must be deducted and paid for every installment paid to the builder as per your payment schedule.
Q3. What is the TDS deadline?
Answer: TDS must be deposited within 30 days from the end of the month in which installment/payment is made. Delay attracts ₹100 per day late fee.
Q4. What about Form 16B?
Answer: After TDS payment, wait 2–3 days, download Form 16B from TRACES, and hand it to the builder. This is treated as valid proof of payment.
Investor Takeaway
Certified Financial Planner Gulshan Khera of Indian-Share-Tips.com advises buyers to keep all TDS receipts, challans, and Form 16B copies safely as they serve as legal proof in any property dispute. Explore more structured personal finance insights at Indian-Share-Tips.com, which is a SEBI Registered Advisory Services.
SEBI Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers must perform their own due diligence and consult a registered investment advisor before making any investment decisions.
