05 March 2021
Late fee is not paid for a purpose which is an offence or prohibited. In fact, late fees are paid for the purpose of the compliance with the Act. Hence, it will be allowed under Section 37 as it is is not an offence or prohibited under any law.
Refer Section 43B Any tax, duty, cess or fee paid under any law in force is allowed as a deduction when it is paid- this includes GST, customs duty or any other taxes or cesses paid.