A V Vishal
(Expert) 18 December 2009
Yes it needs to be deducted @ the rates applicable viz. 2%+ Surcharge of 10% + Education cess of 3%. However, even if the payment is made now you cannot claim the benefit of the expenses in the accounting year 2008-09, it is disallowed for the purpose of computation of taxable income and will be allowed only during the year 2009-2010.
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