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TDS Return Filling 2026

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Experience a smooth and hassle-free TDS Return Filing with Avinext Legal Services. Our tax professionals manage the complete filing process with accuracy, timely submission, and full statutory compliance.

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TDS Return Filling Guide & Procedure

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Share TDS Details

Share deductor details, TAN, deductee information, salary or payment data, and challan details through our secure process.

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Data Verification

Our experts verify TDS calculations, challans, PAN details, and ensure all entries match with Form 26Q / 24Q / 27Q requirements.

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Return Preparation

We prepare your TDS return accurately using the applicable form and validate the file to avoid errors or defaults.

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Online Filing & Submission

The TDS return is filed online within due dates to prevent late fees, interest, or notices from the Income Tax Department.

Acknowledgement & Compliance

After successful filing, we provide acknowledgement and assist with corrections, revisions, or compliance follow-ups if required.

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TDS Return Filing 2026: Step By Step

TDS Return Filing 2026 – Overview

TDS Return Filing is a statutory compliance requirement for every person or entity who deducts tax at source while making specified payments such as salary, rent, professional fees, contractor payments, interest, or commission.

In 2026, TDS returns must be filed online on a quarterly basis through the Income Tax Department portal using prescribed forms like 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, and 27EQ. Timely filing ensures compliance and avoids heavy late fees and penalties.

Important: Even if no TDS is deducted in a quarter, filing a NIL TDS return may still be mandatory in certain cases.

Benefits of Timely TDS Return Filing

  • Legal compliance: Ensures adherence to Income Tax Act provisions.
  • Avoid penalties: Prevents late fees under Section 234E and penalties under Section 271H.
  • Smooth Form 26AS: Correct filing reflects proper credit in deductee’s Form 26AS.
  • Improves business credibility: Builds trust with employees, vendors, and authorities.
  • Prevents tax notices: Reduces chances of scrutiny and compliance notices.

Who Is Required to File TDS Return?

Any person or entity deducting tax at source is required to file TDS returns quarterly.

Deductor Type Applicability
Individual / Proprietor If liable to deduct TDS under applicable sections.
Company / LLP / Partnership Mandatory if TDS is deducted on payments.
Employer Required to file TDS return for salary payments.
Government / Deducting Authority Mandatory quarterly filing.

Types of TDS Returns in India

Different TDS return forms are prescribed based on the nature of payment and deductee.

TDS Form Applicable For Nature of Payment
Form 24Q Salary payments TDS deducted on salary income
Form 26Q Resident payments Professional fees, rent, interest, contractor payments
Form 27Q Non-resident payments Payments made to non-residents
Form 27EQ TCS returns Tax Collected at Source

Documents Required for TDS Return Filing

  • TAN of Deductor
  • PAN details of deductor and deductees
  • Challan details (BSR code, challan number, date, amount)
  • Salary / payment breakup
  • Previous TDS filing details (if any)
  • Valid email & mobile number

TDS Return Filing Process – Step by Step

  1. Collection of Data: Gather deductor, deductee, and challan details.
  2. Verification: Validate PAN, TAN, and challan information.
  3. Return Preparation: Prepare TDS return in applicable form.
  4. Validation: Validate the file using FVU utility.
  5. Online Filing: Upload the return on the Income Tax portal.
  6. Acknowledgement: Receive filing confirmation and token number.
  7. Correction (if required): Rectify errors through revised return.
Due Dates: TDS returns are filed quarterly and delays may attract late fees of ₹200 per day under Section 234E.

TDS Return Filing Fees & Penalties

Fees and penalties depend on delay, type of default, and compliance history.

Particular Charges / Impact
Late Filing Fee (234E) ₹200 per day (subject to TDS amount)
Penalty (271H) ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000
Professional Charges Depends on number of entries & complexity

*Exact charges may vary based on volume, quarter, and compliance status. Contact our team for a customised quote.

TDS Return Filing – FAQs

Common questions related to TDS return filing, due dates, penalties and compliance.

TDS return filing is a quarterly statement submitted to the Income Tax Department detailing tax deducted at source, challan payments, and deductee information by the deductor.
Any individual, company, firm, or entity that deducts tax at source on payments such as salary, rent, professional fees, interest, or contract payments is required to file TDS returns.
Common TDS return forms include Form 24Q (salary), Form 26Q (non-salary resident payments), Form 27Q (non-resident payments), and Form 27EQ (TCS).
TDS returns are filed quarterly. Due dates usually fall in July, October, January, and May for the respective quarters, as notified by the Income Tax Department.
Late filing attracts a fee of ₹200 per day under Section 234E, subject to the TDS amount. Additional penalties under Section 271H may range from ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000.
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