Income Tax
TDS Return Filing
Quick answer: Quarterly TDS return filing on TRACES — Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, 27EQ — for AY 2026-27 with 26Q reconciliation.
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- 8000+ TDS / TCS returns filed for FY 2025-26
Audience
Who needs TDS Return Filing?
- Employers deducting TDS on salary payments — companies, LLPs, partnerships, proprietorship.
- Businesses deducting TDS on contractor, professional, rent, interest, commission, or brokerage.
- Banks and NBFCs deducting TDS on interest, FD, and dividend payouts.
- Entities collecting TCS on sale of scrap, timber, alcoholic liquor, motor vehicles, parking lots.
- Foreign remittance payers deducting TDS under Section 195 on payments to non-residents.
- Government departments, PSUs, and local authorities with TDS deduction obligations.
- Trusts and NGOs deducting TDS on any payment above threshold limits.
How it works
- 1
Quarterly TDS / TCS Compilation
TDS / TCS deducted during the quarter compiled with deductee / collectee PAN-wise details.
- 2
Challan 281 Reconciliation
TDS / TCS challans matched with deductee records to ensure correct credit.
- 3
Return JSON Drafting
Form 24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ utility generated with annexures — verified by CA.
- 4
File Validation & Submission
Return uploaded on TRACES portal with TAN-based login and DSC / EVC verification.
- 5
TDS Certificate Issuance
Form 16 / 16A / 16B / 16C issued to deductees within 15 days of return filing.
Timeline
Why file this
Benefits of tds return filing
- Quarterly TDS / TCS return filing on TRACES portal for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27).
- Form 24Q for TDS on salary — quarterly return with Form 16 issuance to employees.
- Form 26Q for TDS on non-salary payments — contractor, rent, professional, interest, commission.
- Form 27Q for TDS on foreign remittance under Section 195 to non-resident payees.
- Form 27EQ for TCS collection on sale of scrap, timber, liquor, motor vehicles, parking lots.
- 26Q / 24Q / 27Q / 27EQ reconciliation from deductee / collectee PAN to TDS challan 281.
- Avoid Section 234E penalty of ₹1,000 per day by timely filing before quarterly due date.
- Issue TDS certificates (Form 16 / 16A / 16B / 16C) within 15 days of return filing.
Documents required
8 documents needed for tds return filing.
- TAN of the deductor / collector — mandatory for all TDS / TCS returns and certificates.
- PAN of all deductees / collectees for whom TDS / TCS was deducted during the quarter.
- TDS / TCS challan 281 payment details — BSR code, challan serial number, date, and amount.
- Salary register for Form 24Q — employee-wise TDS on salary for the quarter.
- Vendor / contractor ledger for Form 26Q — payment and TDS deduction on non-salary payments.
- Foreign remittance details for Form 27Q — payee PAN, country, amount, TDS under Section 195.
- TCS collected details for Form 27EQ — collector / seller / buyer PAN and TCS collected.
- Section 197 lower / nil TDS certificate from deductee (if applicable for lower rate deduction).
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Why file tds return filing with FinTax24 instead of doing it yourself.
| Aspect | DIY / Portal | Local Tax Consultant | FinTax24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filing time | 7–14 days (typical) | Varies by availability and workload | 2-3 business days |
| Expert review | None | Depends on the consultant | Expert verified on every filing |
| Document check | You self-verify; rejected on portal | Manual review may vary | Pre-verified by our team before submission |
| Support | Email / chatbot | Appointment-based or office hours | WhatsApp + phone, Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM IST |
| Pricing | Government fees only | Consultant fee + government fees | Transparent: From ₹999 + govt fees |
Frequently asked questions
What are the TDS return due dates for AY 2026-27?
TDS return due dates for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27): Q1 (Apr-Jun) — 31 July 2025; Q2 (Jul-Sep) — 31 October 2025; Q3 (Oct-Dec) — 31 January 2026; Q4 (Jan-Mar) — 31 May 2026. Form 24Q for salary, 26Q for non-salary, 27Q for foreign remittance, 27EQ for TCS — all due on these quarterly dates.
What is Section 234E penalty for late TDS return filing?
Section 234E penalty of ₹1,000 per day applies for late filing of TDS / TCS return, until the date of actual filing. Maximum penalty under Section 234E is the amount of TDS / TCS deductible for the quarter. Continued non-filing may attract prosecution under Section 276B (1-3 years imprisonment + fine).
What is the difference between Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, and 27EQ?
Form 24Q — TDS on salary payments under Section 192. Form 26Q — TDS on non-salary payments (contractor, rent, professional, interest, commission) under Sections 193 to 196. Form 27Q — TDS on foreign remittance under Section 195 to non-residents. Form 27EQ — Tax Collected at Source (TCS) under various sections of Chapter XVII-BB.
Can TDS returns be revised?
Yes. TDS / TCS returns can be revised any number of times on the TRACES portal. Correction statement under Section 200(3) is filed using the same form (24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ). Late correction attracts Section 234E penalty. Original return must be filed before correction can be submitted.
What is the fee for TDS return filing at FinTax24?
TDS return filing starts from ₹999 per quarter at FinTax24 — covers Form 24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ compilation, challan 281 reconciliation, and TRACES filing. Form 24Q salary starts from ₹999. Form 26Q non-salary starts from ₹999. Form 27Q foreign remittance starts from ₹1,499. Form 27EQ TCS starts from ₹1,499. Multi-quarter packages available.
When must TDS certificates be issued?
Form 16 (TDS on salary) must be issued by 15 June of the assessment year (or within 15 days of Form 24Q Q4 filing). Form 16A (non-salary TDS) must be issued within 15 days of Form 26Q filing. Form 16B (property) within 15 days of Section 194-IA TDS deposit. Form 16C (rental) within 15 days of Section 194-IB TDS deposit.
What is the consequence of non-filing of TDS return?
Section 234E penalty ₹1,000 / day until filed. Section 271H penalty of ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh for filing incorrect / incomplete TDS return. Section 276B prosecution (1-3 years imprisonment + fine) for willful non-filing. Deductees cannot claim TDS credit in ITR without corresponding return filing — affects refund processing.
How is TDS return filed on TRACES?
TRACES (TDS-CPC Administration) portal at tdscpc.gov.in is used for TDS / TCS return filing. Login using TAN-based credentials, validate the return JSON in the TDS / TCS file validation utility, and upload the file. PAN-based login is required for deductee downloads. DSC of authorised signatory mandatory for filing.
Sources & authority: For regulations on tds return filing, refer to incometax.gov.in , eportal.incometax.gov.in .
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