Tax Penalties for Non-Compliance in India

Learn about the various penalties for not complying with Indian Tax laws.

Overview of Tax Penalties

Here are the penalties for different types of non-compliance with the Income Tax Act:

  • Penalty for Delay: Rs 100 per day for delay in filing returns under section 234F.
  • Maximum Penalty: Rs 5,000 if filed before the end of the assessment year.
  • After Assessment Year: Penalty can go up to Rs 10,000 if the return is filed late.

  • Penalty for Incorrect Return: Penalty under section 271(1)(c) for misreporting income is Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,00,000.

  • Penalty: 1% of the unpaid tax amount for each month of delay under section 234A.