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TDS Return Filing in India

Accurate & Hassle-Free TDS Compliance Services for Individuals & Businesses Nationwide


Overview

TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is a system under which tax is deducted at the source of income and deposited with the government. As per the Income Tax Act of India, the deductor (payer) is responsible for:

  • Deducting TDS at the time of making specific payments
  • Depositing it with the government
  • Filing quarterly TDS returns

Filing a TDS return is mandatory and helps in maintaining transparency of transactions and ensuring that the deducted tax is properly credited to the deductee’s PAN.


Why Choose Us for TDS Return Filing in India?

✅ Nationwide TDS Compliance Assistance
✅ Filing of Forms 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, 27EQ
✅ PAN Verification, Deductor/ Deductee Management
✅ DSC & EVC-Based Filing
✅ Error-Free Filing with Validation Support
✅ Affordable Pricing & Expert CA Consultation

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Types of TDS Return Forms

FormPurpose
Form 24QTDS on salaries
Form 26QTDS on non-salary payments like contractor fees, professional charges
Form 27QTDS on payments made to non-resident Indians or foreigners
Form 27EQTCS (Tax Collected at Source) Statement

Due Dates for TDS Payment

TDS deducted must be deposited to the government by the 7th of the next month.
For example, TDS deducted in April must be deposited by 7th May.


Due Dates for TDS Return Filing

QuarterPeriodDue Date
Q11st April – 30th June31st July
Q21st July – 30th September31st October
Q31st October – 31st December31st January
Q41st January – 31st March31st May

PAN Compliance Guidelines

  • It is mandatory for the deductee to provide a valid PAN to avoid higher TDS rates (20%).
  • In case of invalid or incorrect PAN, the deductor will face penalties and higher deduction.
  • PAN must be active; status can be checked on the Income Tax Department’s “Know Your PAN” portal.
  • Ensure accurate quoting of PAN in TDS returns and certificates.

TDS Certificate

  • Deductors must issue TDS Certificates to the deductee:
    • Form 16 (for salary) – issued annually
    • Form 16A (non-salary) – issued quarterly
  • Must be downloaded from TRACES portal (http://www.tdscpc.gov.in)
  • Valid certificates have a 7-digit unique certificate number and watermark
  • In case of loss, a duplicate certificate can be issued

Claiming TDS Credit

  • Deductee must mention TDS details and certificate number in their income tax return (ITR)
  • Any mismatch or incorrect details may cause ITR processing delays or rejections
  • Use Form 26AS or AIS/TIS to verify TDS credits before filing ITR

Prerequisites for TDS E-filing

  • Registered TAN on Income Tax E-Filing Portal
  • Use of Return Preparation Utility (RPU) for preparing the return
  • Use of File Validation Utility (FVU) for validating the return
  • Valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) or EVC
  • PAN-Aadhaar linking for EVC (if DSC not used)

Step-by-Step Process for TDS Return Filing in India:

Step 1: TAN Registration on TRACES

Register your TAN using a valid token number and challan details from earlier filings.

Step 2: Download Utilities from TIN-NSDL
  • RPU (Return Preparation Utility) for data input
  • FVU (File Validation Utility) for error-checking
    🔗 Download: https://www.tin-nsdl.com
Step 3: Download CIN File

Used for validating challan details during submission.
🔗 CIN File Download: https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/oltas/

Step 4: Prepare Return using RPU

Open RPU → Choose Form (24Q/26Q/27Q etc.) → Select ‘Regular’ → Enter all TDS details

Step 5: Create and Validate File

Click “Create File”, attach CIN file → Select validation path and generate validated return file

Step 6: Validate via FVU
  • Open FVU
  • Choose the .txt file generated
  • Attach CIN File
  • Choose output folder → Click Validate
Step 7: Zip the Validated File

Convert the .fvu file to a ZIP format for upload

Step 8: Upload on Income Tax Portal
  • Login with TAN credentials
  • Go to e-TDS/e-TCS Return section
  • Upload ZIP file and signature file (if using DSC)
  • Submit and note the acknowledgment number
Step 9: Correct Errors if Any

Re-generate and re-validate files if any errors are shown in Step 6

Step 10: Track Filing Status on TRACES

Check the status of your TDS return after 2–3 working days of filing


Penalty for Late Filing of TDS Return

Non-CompliancePenalty
Late Filing₹200 per day (u/s 234E) up to max of TDS amount
Failure to File₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000 (u/s 271H)
Incorrect PANTDS @ 20% and ₹10,000 penalty

Our TDS Services Include:

  • 📌 Preparation & Filing of All TDS Return Forms
  • 📌 Bulk PAN Verification & Validation
  • 📌 TRACES Support (TDS Certificates, Defaults Correction)
  • 📌 Digital Signature Setup & EVC Filing
  • 📌 Deductor Registration Assistance
  • 📌 TAN Application & Corrections

Stay TDS Compliant, Avoid Penalties

We help businesses, professionals, trusts, and individuals across India stay 100% TDS-compliant with timely, accurate, and affordable return filing.

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