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Self-Assessment Tax in Kannauj

Pay the right balance tax before you file. Our CA team computes your Section 140A liability after TDS, TCS and advance tax, adds 234A/234B/234C interest, generates the challan (minor head 300) and files a clean, non-defective return for AY 2026–27 — 100% online, with transparent pricing quoted upfront.

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Self-Assessment Tax in Kannauj

Registrar (RoC)

RoC Kanpur — 10/497, Khalasi Line, Kanpur – 208001

Jurisdictional HC

Allahabad High Court

GSTIN prefix

09 (Uttar Pradesh)

Professional Tax

Uttar Pradesh does not levy Professional Tax.

Business hubs

Perfume (Ittar) Cluster, Tobacco & Potato, Agri

Kannauj is India's perfume (ittar) capital — a traditional attar-distillation, tobacco, and potato hub.

Also in: Kanpur Mainpuri
Self-assessment tax (Section 140A) is the balance income tax you compute and pay yourself before filing your ITR, after adjusting TDS, TCS and advance tax, plus interest under Sections 234A/234B/234C. It is paid online via a challan under minor head 300, and the BSR code, date and CIN are entered in the return. For AY 2026–27 (FY 2025–26) it must be cleared before the ITR due date (31 July non-audit / 31 October audit), or the return is treated as defective under Section 139(9).
Head 300
Challan minor headSelf-assessment tax must be paid under minor head 300 on the e-Pay Tax service; the BSR code, date and CIN then feed into your ITR.
Understand It

What Is Self-Assessment Tax?

A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.

In simple terms

Self-assessment tax is the balance income tax you compute and pay yourself before filing your ITR, after adjusting TDS, TCS and advance tax already paid.

Legally

Under Section 140A of the Income-tax Act, before furnishing the return a taxpayer must pay any tax due — total tax minus TDS/TCS, advance tax and reliefs — together with interest under Sections 234A, 234B and 234C, and the return cannot be validly filed until this is paid.

Governing authority

Paid online via challan (now on the e-filing / e-Pay Tax portal, eportal.incometax.gov.in) under minor head 300 — Self-Assessment Tax, administered by the Income Tax Department.

Validity

An ITR filed with unpaid self-assessment tax is treated as defective under Section 139(9). Paying the balance under Section 140A first keeps the return valid.

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Quick Facts

Professional Fee
Custom quote
Governing Section
Sec 140A
Challan Head
Minor head 300
Pay By
Before filing ITR
Mode
100% Online
Authority
Income Tax Dept
Interest
234A/234B/234C
Assessment Year
AY 2026–27
Before You Start

Is This Service Right for You?

Ideal for

  • Any taxpayer whose TDS and advance tax fall short of the final liability
  • Multiple income sources — salary plus interest, capital gains, freelance or rent
  • Capital-gains earners — shares, mutual funds or property sold in FY 2025–26
  • Business owners, consultants and 44AD/44ADA presumptive filers who under-paid advance tax
  • Belated (139(4)) or revised (139(5)) filers with extra tax and 234A interest
  • NRIs with Indian income where deducted tax is short of the actual liability

You may need this if

  • Your TDS/TCS and advance tax do not fully cover the final tax due
  • You sold shares, mutual funds or property with tax not deducted at source
  • You missed or under-paid one or more advance-tax instalments
  • Your bank deducted TDS at 10% but interest is taxed at your slab rate
  • You are filing a belated or revised return with additional tax payable
  • You want a clean, non-defective return that processes smoothly at CPC

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Why It Matters

Why Self-Assessment Tax is Important

Paying the correct balance tax under Section 140A before filing keeps your return valid, stops interest from piling up and avoids demand notices. Here is why it matters.

  1. 01

    Avoid a Defective Return

    An ITR filed with unpaid self-assessment tax is treated as defective under Section 139(9). Paying under Section 140A first keeps your return valid.

  2. 02

    Stop Interest Piling Up

    Interest under 234A/234B/234C accrues monthly. Paying early minimises the balance you owe on filing.

  3. 03

    Correct Computation

    Exact liability after TDS, TCS and advance tax — no overpayment, no shortfall, right regime chosen.

  4. 04

    Right Challan Details

    Minor head 300 selected correctly; BSR code, date and CIN captured accurately for the ITR.

  5. 05

    Smooth Refund / Processing

    A clean, tax-paid return processes faster at CPC and avoids demand notices under Section 143(1).

  6. 06

    Compliance Confidence

    Filed in line with the Income-tax Act for AY 2026–27 — no last-minute surprises before the due date.

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Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

Individuals whose TDS & advance tax fall short
Capital-gains earners — shares, MF & property
Business owners, proprietors & professionals
44AD / 44ADA presumptive filers
Belated (139(4)) & revised (139(5)) filers
NRIs with Indian income & short-deducted tax

Eligibility checklist

  • A final tax liability that exceeds the TDS, TCS and advance tax already paid
  • Form 26AS and AIS/TIS reconciled to confirm the credits available
  • Interest under Sections 234A, 234B and 234C computed to the correct month
  • The correct minor head 300 selected on the e-Pay Tax challan
  • BSR code, date of deposit and CIN captured for entry in the ITR
  • Payment made before the ITR is filed to keep the return non-defective
End-to-End

Everything You Need. One Professional Team.

01

Compute Liability

Total income and tax worked out under both the old and new regime for AY 2026–27.

02

Adjust Credits

Reconcile TDS, TCS and advance tax against Form 26AS and AIS/TIS.

03

Interest Working

Compute 234A / 234B / 234C interest to the exact month to arrive at the balance payable.

04

Regime Comparison

Compare old vs new regime and confirm the correct 87A rebate position.

05

Challan Generation

Generate the e-Pay Tax challan under the correct minor head 300.

06

Capture BSR / CIN

Record the BSR code, date of deposit and CIN for entry in the return.

07

Defective-Return Check

Verify the tax is paid so the return is not flagged under Section 139(9).

08

File & E-Verify

Enter the challan details in the ITR, file and complete e-verification.

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What You’ll Receive

Full tax computation — old vs new regime
TDS / TCS & advance-tax reconciliation (AIS/26AS)
Exact 234A / 234B / 234C interest working
Challan generated under minor head 300
BSR code, date & CIN captured for the ITR
Defective-return check before submission
Clean, non-defective ITR filed & e-verified
Post-filing support for related queries
Checklist

What You Need to Compute and Pay Your Balance Tax

Requirements are grouped by income/TDS, capital gains and payment/filing. Keep clear scans (PDF/JPG) ready — everything is collected securely online, and we reconcile your credits before computing the balance.

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Income & TDS

Proof of income and tax paid
5 documents
  • Form 16 / 16A (salary & TDS certificates)
  • Form 26AS (tax credit statement)
  • AIS / TIS (Annual Information Statement)
  • Advance-tax challans already paid
  • Interest certificates (savings, FD, bonds)

Reconcile 26AS and AIS first

Form 26AS shows TDS/TCS and taxes paid; the AIS/TIS reports interest, dividends, securities and property. Reconciling before computing prevents an over- or under-payment of balance tax.

Pay under minor head 300

Self-assessment tax must be paid under minor head 300 — not 100 (advance tax) or 400 (demand). A wrong head causes a tax-credit mismatch and can make the return defective.

Interest keeps running

234A/234B/234C interest accrues at 1% per month on unpaid tax. Computing and paying early minimises the balance you owe on filing.

Capture BSR, date & CIN

After payment, the BSR code, date of deposit and CIN from the challan must be entered in the ITR so the tax credit is matched correctly.

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Step by Step

How Self-Assessment Tax Works (Step by Step)

The entire process is 100% online through the income-tax e-filing portal, with status updates throughout.

01

Compute Liability

Total income and tax worked out under the old and new regime for AY 2026–27.

02

Adjust Credits

Reconcile TDS, TCS and advance tax against AIS and Form 26AS.

03

Add Interest

Compute 234A / 234B / 234C interest to arrive at the balance payable.

04

Pay Challan

Pay online under minor head 300 — capture BSR code, date and CIN.

05

Enter in Return

Challan details entered in the ITR and the defective-return check completed.

06

File & E-Verify

Return filed and e-verified so it is treated as valid.

How Long It Takes

Key Dates for Self-Assessment Tax (AY 2026–27)

StageExpected Time
ITR due — non-audit individuals31 July 2026
ITR due — audit cases31 October 2026
Belated / revised return (with extra tax)Up to 31 December 2026

Self-assessment tax under Section 140A must be paid before the return is filed — without it the return is treated as defective. Advance-tax instalments (15 Jun, 15 Sep, 15 Dec, 15 Mar) paid on time cut your self-assessment tax and 234B/234C interest.

Compliance Calendar

Key Dates — At a Glance

FrequencyWhat Is Due
Before FilingPay balance tax under minor head 300 · Capture BSR code, date & CIN · Enter challan details in the ITR
On FilingConfirm the return is non-defective · File on the e-filing portal · E-verify within 30 days
QuarterlyPay advance tax (15 Jun/Sep/Dec/Mar) · Track TDS credited in Form 26AS · Review AIS for new reported income
If Errors FoundFile a belated / revised return by 31 Dec · Pay any additional tax with 234A interest · Consider an updated return (ITR-U) later

Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.

Why Outsource

Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue

Doing It Yourself

  • Total your income and compute tax under both regimes yourself
  • Reconcile TDS, TCS and advance tax against 26AS and AIS
  • Compute 234A/234B/234C interest to the exact month
  • Pick the correct minor head 300 on the challan
  • Capture the BSR code, date and CIN correctly
  • Enter the challan details accurately in the ITR
  • Risk a defective-return notice under Section 139(9)

With TaxClue

  • CA computes liability, old vs new regime compared
  • TDS, TCS and advance tax reconciled with AIS & 26AS
  • 234A/234B/234C interest computed to the exact month
  • Correct minor head 300 selected every time
  • BSR code, date and CIN verified before submission
  • Challan details entered accurately in the return
  • Defective-return risk checked and eliminated

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Avoid Delays

Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application

Filing the ITR without paying the Section 140A tax
Paying under the wrong challan head (100 or 400 instead of 300)
Not reconciling TDS, TCS and advance tax with 26AS and AIS
Omitting 234A/234B/234C interest and under-paying the balance
Choosing the wrong regime and mis-computing the 87A rebate
Missing capital gains where no TDS was deducted at source
Entering an incorrect BSR code, date or CIN in the return
Assuming nil tax below the rebate limit despite other income

TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.

Stay Compliant

What to Keep in Mind After Paying

Before Filing

  • Pay balance tax under minor head 300
  • Capture BSR code, date & CIN
  • Enter challan details in the ITR

On Filing

  • Confirm the return is non-defective
  • File on the e-filing portal
  • E-verify within 30 days

Quarterly

  • Pay advance tax (15 Jun/Sep/Dec/Mar)
  • Track TDS credited in Form 26AS
  • Review AIS for new reported income

If Errors Found

  • File a belated / revised return by 31 Dec
  • Pay any additional tax with 234A interest
  • Consider an updated return (ITR-U) later
Risk Assessment

Penalties & Consequences

What is at stake if you do not comply

  • Return treated as defective under Section 139(9) if the tax is unpaid
  • Wrong challan head (100 or 400 instead of 300) causes a tax-credit mismatch
  • 234A/234B/234C interest at 1% per month keeps running on unpaid tax
  • Wrong BSR code, date or CIN breaks the tax-credit match in the ITR
  • Demand notice under Section 143(1) if the balance is under-paid
Latest Updates

Regulatory Updates 2025–26

  • FY 2025-26: Under the default new regime, a resident individual pays nil tax up to ₹12 lakh total income via the enhanced Section 87A rebate; the standard deduction is ₹75,000.
  • 2025: A belated or revised return for AY 2025-26 can be filed up to 31 December 2025 under Section 139(4)/(5).
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Why Businesses Choose TaxClue

01

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Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries with deep tax expertise compute your balance tax.

02

End-to-End

From computation to e-verification — fully managed, with minimal effort from you.

03

Fast Turnaround

Committed timelines with proactive status updates. No delays, no excuses.

04

100% Online

Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits ever required.

05

Transparent Fees

Fixed pricing quoted upfront — ₹0 hidden professional charges.

06

Post-Filing Support

Guidance continues after payment, and notice handling is covered.

Data Care

Your Documents Deserve Professional Care

  • Documents handled by professionals under confidentiality
  • Access limited to the team working on your file
  • Communication over secure digital channels
  • Documents retained only as long as needed for compliance
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Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is self-assessment tax?
Self-assessment tax under Section 140A is the balance income tax you compute and pay yourself before filing your ITR, after adjusting TDS, TCS and advance tax, together with interest under Sections 234A, 234B and 234C where applicable.
When must self-assessment tax be paid?
It must be paid before you file your return. For AY 2026–27 the ITR due date is 31 July (non-audit) or 31 October (audit). If you file belated (139(4)) or revised (139(5)) up to 31 December, any balance tax with 234A interest must be paid first.
Under which challan head is self-assessment tax paid?
It is paid online through a tax challan under minor head 300 – Self-Assessment Tax on the e-Pay Tax service. The BSR code, date of deposit and CIN from the challan are then entered in the ITR.
What happens if I file my ITR without paying self-assessment tax?
The return is treated as defective and you may receive a notice under Section 139(9). You must pay the balance tax under Section 140A and enter the challan details to make the return valid.
How is the interest under 234A, 234B and 234C calculated?
234A applies at 1% per month for filing after the due date, 234B for shortfall in advance tax, and 234C for deferment of advance-tax instalments. TaxClue computes each to the exact month so you pay the correct balance.
Is self-assessment tax the same as advance tax?
No. Advance tax is paid in instalments during the financial year (15 Jun, 15 Sep, 15 Dec, 15 Mar). Self-assessment tax is the remaining balance paid at the time of filing after adjusting advance tax and TDS.
Do I owe self-assessment tax if my income is below the rebate limit?
Under the default new regime for FY 2025–26 a resident individual with taxable income up to ₹12 lakh has nil tax via the Section 87A rebate, so usually no balance is due. Any shortfall from other income or short TDS must still be paid under head 300.
What is the difference between minor head 100, 300 and 400?
Head 100 is advance tax paid during the year, head 300 is self-assessment tax paid before filing, and head 400 is tax on a regular assessment (demand). Paying self-assessment tax under the wrong head causes a credit mismatch that can make the return defective.
Where are the BSR code, date and CIN used?
After you pay the challan, its BSR code, date of deposit and Challan Identification Number (CIN) are entered in the tax-paid schedule of your ITR so the department can match the credit against your return.
Do capital gains attract self-assessment tax?
Often, yes. Gains on shares, mutual funds or property sold during the year usually have little or no TDS, so the tax on them surfaces as self-assessment tax payable under Section 140A before filing.
Can I pay self-assessment tax for a belated or revised return?
Yes. A belated (139(4)) or revised (139(5)) return with additional tax requires the balance to be paid under head 300 first, along with 234A interest, before the return can be filed.
Can TaxClue compute and pay my self-assessment tax online?
Yes. Our CA team reconciles your AIS and Form 26AS, computes the exact balance with interest, generates the challan under head 300 and files a clean, non-defective ITR — fully online, pan-India.
How do I pay self-assessment tax online?
Log in to the e-filing portal at incometax.gov.in, open the e-Pay Tax service, select the assessment year and minor head 300 – Self-Assessment Tax, enter the amount and pay via net banking, UPI or card. Save the challan and enter its BSR code, date and CIN in your ITR.
What happens if I pay self-assessment tax under the wrong head?
Paying under head 100 (advance tax) or 400 (demand) instead of 300 causes a tax-credit mismatch, and the return can be treated as defective under Section 139(9). The wrong challan usually has to be corrected through an OLTAS challan correction before the credit matches.
Can I get a refund of excess self-assessment tax?
Yes. If you paid more self-assessment tax than your final liability, the excess is refunded under Section 237 once the return is processed under Section 143(1), with interest under Section 244A where applicable, to your pre-validated bank account.
How do I correct a wrong assessment year or amount on my challan?
A challan paid with the wrong assessment year, minor head or amount can be corrected through the OLTAS challan-correction mechanism on the e-filing portal or via the assessing officer, within the prescribed time. We handle the correction so your credit matches the return.
Do I need my PAN linked with Aadhaar to pay self-assessment tax?
Yes. Under Rule 114AAA an unlinked PAN is inoperative, which can disrupt challan credit and return processing. Ensure PAN–Aadhaar linking is complete before you pay the balance tax and file the ITR.
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