This document discusses the meaning, conditions, and payment of advance tax in India according to the Income Tax Act. It provides details on:
- When advance tax is required to be paid based on age and income amount.
- The calculation of advance tax amount and the percentage that must be paid by certain due dates (15th of June, September, December, and March).
- Interest charges for late or deferred payment of advance tax installments.
- Conditions where the Assessing Officer can issue an order requiring payment of advance tax.
- Computation of advance tax amount in cases where the Assessing Officer issues such an order.