Explanation
Under the IT Act 2025 §393 (effective 1 April 2026), Code 1023 replaces the Individual/HUF arm of old Section 194C. It applies to contracts for carrying out any work — construction, manufacturing, advertising, broadcasting, catering. Rate is 1% where annual aggregate payments exceed ₹1,00,000 or any single payment exceeds ₹30,000. For company/firm/LLP payees use Code 1024 at 2%. Old 194C (1% individual / 2% others) applies to transactions before 1 April 2026.