Key income tax limits at a glance
Know these seven limits and their implications in detail
I. Limits on cash receipts
Under Section 269ST of the Income-tax Act, you cannot receive ₹2 lakh or more in cash from a person in a single day, for a single transaction, or in respect of one event or occasion. Violating this provision may attract a penalty equal to the amount received.
II. Cash loans and deposits limitations
Sections 269SS and 269T prohibit accepting or repaying loans or deposits of ₹20,000 or more in cash. Such transactions should be carried out through banking channels to remain compliant.
III. Business expenses and limitations
IV. Limitations linked to cash donations
Donations exceeding ₹2,000 in cash do not qualify for tax deductions under Section 80G. To claim the deduction, donations should be made via bank or digital payment methods.
V. Property deals and associated limitations
VI. Limitations on cash withdrawals
Under Section 194N, banks may deduct Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on cash withdrawals exceeding the prescribed limits, particularly for certain non-filers of income tax returns. The provision is intended to discourage large cash transactions.