Question 25 - What is Tax Collected at Source (TCS)? - FAQ on GST dated 21.9.2016 based on Draft Model GST

Q 25. What is Tax Collected at Source (TCS)? Ans. This provision is applicable only for E-Commerce Operator under section 43C of MGL. Every E-Commerce Operator needs to withhold a percentage (to be notified later on the recommendation of the GST Council) of the amount which is due from him to the supplier at the time of making actual payment to the supplier. Such withheld amount is to be deposited by such E-Commerce Operator to the appropriate GST account by the 10th of the next month. The amount deposited as TCS will be reflected in the electronic cash ledger of the supplier.