MAT on Interest

Yes, interest u/s 234B & 234C is applicable to MAT. Levy of interest u/s 234B and 234C with reference to tax on book profit

The CBDT vide circular no.13 of 2001 dated 09-11-2001 has clarified that the provisions of sec. 115JB is a self-contained code. Sub-section (5) specifies, Save as otherwise provided in this section, all the other provisions of this Act shall apply to every assessee, being a company mentioned in that section.

Accordingly, interest u/s 234B for default in the payment of advance tax and interest u/s 234C for any deferment of advance tax shall be levied in respect of tax computed u/s 115JB also.

Also, the levy of interest u/s 234B and 234C on MAT payable was upheld by the Madras High Court in CIT Vs. Geetha Ramakrishna Mills P. Ltd (2006).