TDS Return Filing in Hyderabad
Expert-managed quarterly TDS/TCS return filing — challan and deductee reconciliation, Form 24Q/26Q/27Q/27EQ prepared in the Protean RPU, FVU-validated and filed so deductees get correct credit in Form 26AS. 100% online, no missed deadlines.
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TDS Return Filing in Hyderabad
RoC Hyderabad — 2nd Floor, Corporate Bhavan, GSI Post, Nagole, Hyderabad – 500068
Telangana High Court
36 (Telangana)
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What Is TDS Return Filing?
A quick, plain-language explanation before the details.
TDS return filing is the quarterly statement a deductor files after deducting tax at source, so the deducted tax shows up as a credit in each deductee's Form 26AS.
Under the Income-tax Act, 1961, every person who deducts tax at source must hold a TAN and file quarterly statements — Form 24Q (salary), 26Q (resident non-salary), 27Q (non-resident) and 27EQ (TCS) — with the prescribed particulars of deduction and deposit.
Administered by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT); returns are filed on the income-tax e-filing portal and processed on TRACES, using the Protean (NSDL) RPU and File Validation Utility (FVU).
Filing is a recurring quarterly obligation for as long as you deduct tax — there is no expiry. Returns must be filed even for quarters, once you hold a TAN and deduct.
Quick Facts
Is This Service Right for You?
Ideal for
- Companies & LLPs deducting TDS on payments
- Proprietors and firms liable to tax audit
- Employers paying salary (Section 192)
- Individuals paying rent above ₹50,000/month (194-IB)
- Businesses making payments to non-residents (Section 195)
- Government / PSU contractors and TCS collectors
You may need this if
- You hold a TAN and have deducted TDS during the quarter
- You pay salary and must issue Form 16 to employees
- You make non-salary payments to vendors, contractors or professionals
- You remit payments to non-residents or collect tax at source (TCS)
- You must reflect deducted TDS in your deductees' Form 26AS
- You have missed or delayed quarters and need to regularise
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Talk to an Expert →Why Is TDS Return Filing Important?
Timely, accurate TDS returns protect your deductees' tax credit and keep your TRACES record clean. Here is why it matters.
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Avoid the 234E Fee
File each quarter on time to avoid the ₹200/day late-fee under Section 234E, which is capped at the TDS amount.
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Deductee Gets Credit
Only a filed return reflects TDS in the deductee's Form 26AS — a late return blocks their tax credit and refund.
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Clean TRACES Record
Error-free statements mean no short-deduction or short-payment defaults raised against you on TRACES.
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Form 16 / 16A on Time
Processed returns let you download and issue Form 16 (salary) and Form 16A (non-salary) certificates.
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Challan Reconciliation
Every challan is matched to the statement so deposited TDS maps correctly to each deductee.
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No 271H Penalty
Accurate, timely filing avoids the ₹10,000–₹1,00,000 penalty under Section 271H for late or incorrect returns.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Custom quote for your case
Fees depend on your business type and scope. Get a clear, itemised quote upfront — no hidden professional charges, government fee billed at actuals.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility checklist
- A valid TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number)
- TDS deducted on one or more payments during the quarter
- Deductee PAN details for every payment on which TDS was deducted
- TDS challan (CIN) details for tax deposited by the 7th of the next month
- Access to the income-tax e-filing portal and TRACES for the deductor
- A separate statement per form type (24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ) per quarter
Everything You Need. One Professional Team.
Consultation
Identify every TDS/TCS-applicable transaction and the correct section for the quarter.
Data & Challan Collection
Gather deductee PANs, payment details and TDS challan (CIN) data.
PAN Verification
Verify each deductee PAN to avoid higher TDS under Section 206AA and TRACES defaults.
Return Preparation
Build Form 24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ in the Protean RPU with all deductee rows.
FVU Validation
Validate the statement through the File Validation Utility and reconcile challans.
Filing & Processing
File on the income-tax portal and track processing on TRACES; share token & acknowledgement.
Form 16 / 16A
Generate and download TDS certificates for employees and deductees.
Post-Filing Support
Handle 26AS reconciliation and any short-deduction/short-payment queries.
What You’ll Receive
What Do You Need to File a TDS Return?
Requirements are grouped by deductor details, challan/deposit proof and deductee data. Keep clear records (Excel/PDF) ready — everything is collected securely over WhatsApp or email.
Deductor Details
The entity deducting TDS- TAN of the deductor
- PAN of the deductor / authorised signatory
- Income-tax portal & TRACES login credentials
- Nature of deductor (company, firm, individual, government)
Challan & Deposit
Proof of TDS deposited- TDS challan (CIN) details — BSR code, date & serial number
- Amount of TDS deposited for the quarter
- Section-wise breakup of tax deducted
- Month-wise deduction & deposit dates
Deductee Data
Per payment / deductee- Valid PAN of every deductee
- Amount paid and TDS deducted per deductee
- Section under which TDS was deducted (192 / 194J / 194C / 194I etc.)
- Lower / nil deduction certificate (Form 13), if any
Valid TAN is mandatory
Every deductor must hold a TAN to deduct tax and file returns. TDS challans and statements are filed against the TAN, not the PAN.
Correct PAN is critical
An invalid or missing deductee PAN triggers higher TDS under Section 206AA and a short-deduction default on TRACES. We verify each PAN before filing.
FVU validation before filing
Every quarterly return must pass through the File Validation Utility (FVU) or the income-tax portal will reject it. We validate each statement before submission.
Deposit before you file
TDS must be deposited by the 7th of the next month (March deductions by 30 April). The challan (CIN) is needed to prepare the return.
File even for a nil quarter
Where you hold a TAN but had no deductions, file a declaration for non-filing on TRACES to avoid unnecessary notices.
Don’t have all the documents?
We’ll identify what your case needs →How TDS Return Filing Works (Step by Step)
The entire filing happens online — statements are prepared in the Protean RPU, validated with the FVU and filed on the income-tax portal.
Consultation
Identify all TDS/TCS-applicable transactions and the correct sections for the quarter.
Data & challan collection
Deductee PANs, payment details and TDS challan (CIN) data are gathered and checked.
Prepare in RPU
Form 24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ is built in the Protean RPU with all deductee rows and section codes.
FVU validation
The statement is validated through the File Validation Utility and every challan reconciled.
File on the portal
The validated statement is filed on the income-tax e-filing portal against your TAN.
Process on TRACES
Processing is tracked on TRACES; token & acknowledgement shared and Form 16/16A generated.
TDS Return Due Dates — At a Glance
| Stage | Expected Time |
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| Q1 (Apr–Jun) return | By 31 July |
| Q2 (Jul–Sep) return | By 31 October |
| Q3 (Oct–Dec) return | By 31 January |
| Q4 (Jan–Mar) return | By 31 May |
TDS deposited monthly by the 7th of the next month (March deductions by 30 April). Form 16 (salary) is issued to employees by 15 June; Form 16A (non-salary) within 15 days of each return due date. Late filing attracts ₹200/day under Section 234E, capped at the TDS amount.
Key Dates — At a Glance
| Frequency | What Is Due |
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| Monthly | Deposit TDS by the 7th of the next month · March deductions deposited by 30 April · Raise correct deductions on each payment |
| Quarterly | File the return — Q1 31 Jul · Q2 31 Oct · Q3 31 Jan · Q4 31 May · Issue Form 16A (non-salary) within 15 days of the due date · Reconcile challans with the statement |
| Annually | Issue Form 16 (salary) to employees by 15 June · Verify deductee credits in Form 26AS · Apply for lower/nil deduction certificates (Form 13) where useful |
| Event-Based | File corrections for PAN / challan / deductee errors · File a non-filing declaration for a nil quarter · Respond to TRACES short-deduction / short-payment defaults |
Dates are indicative and may change with government notifications. Our team tracks every deadline so you never miss a filing.
Doing It Yourself vs TaxClue
Doing It Yourself
- Identify every TDS-applicable transaction and the correct section
- Verify each deductee PAN against records
- Prepare the statement in the Protean RPU without errors
- Validate through the FVU and fix rejection errors
- Reconcile every challan (CIN) with the statement
- File on the portal and track processing on TRACES
- Handle short-deduction / short-payment defaults yourself
With TaxClue
- Expert maps each payment to the correct TDS section
- Every deductee PAN verified before filing
- Statement prepared and reviewed before submission
- FVU validation handled — no portal rejections
- All challans reconciled to the statement
- TRACES processing tracked and Form 16/16A issued
- Defaults and corrections handled by our team
Skip the guesswork.
Let an expert handle it →Common Mistakes That Delay Your Application
TaxClue reviews your documents before filing to reduce avoidable errors.
What TDS Compliance Recurs Each Quarter?
Monthly
- Deposit TDS by the 7th of the next month
- March deductions deposited by 30 April
- Raise correct deductions on each payment
Quarterly
- File the return — Q1 31 Jul · Q2 31 Oct · Q3 31 Jan · Q4 31 May
- Issue Form 16A (non-salary) within 15 days of the due date
- Reconcile challans with the statement
Annually
- Issue Form 16 (salary) to employees by 15 June
- Verify deductee credits in Form 26AS
- Apply for lower/nil deduction certificates (Form 13) where useful
Event-Based
- File corrections for PAN / challan / deductee errors
- File a non-filing declaration for a nil quarter
- Respond to TRACES short-deduction / short-payment defaults
Penalties & Consequences
What is at stake if you do not comply
- Late-filing fee of ₹200/day under Section 234E until the return is filed, capped at the TDS amount
- Penalty of ₹10,000–₹1,00,000 under Section 271H for late or incorrect returns
- Disallowance of expense under Section 40(a)(ia) where TDS is not deducted or deposited
- Interest under Section 201(1A) for late deduction or late deposit
- Deductee cannot claim TDS credit in Form 26AS if the return is wrong or unfiled
Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2025: TDS returns are filed quarterly in Forms 24Q/26Q/27Q (and 27EQ for TCS); Form 16/16A is generated from TRACES after filing.
- Budget 2025: TDS/TCS thresholds were rationalised — for example the annual TDS-on-rent threshold under Section 194-I was raised to ₹6 lakh and several rates were streamlined.
- 2025: Higher TDS/TCS for non-filers under Sections 206AB/206CCA has been withdrawn to ease compliance.
Why Businesses Choose TaxClue
CA / CS Team
Qualified Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries handle your TDS filings.
End-to-End
From challan reconciliation to Form 16/16A — fully managed, minimal effort from you.
Fast Turnaround
Committed timelines with proactive status updates before every due date.
100% Online
Everything over WhatsApp / email — no office visits required.
Transparent Fees
A clear fee quoted upfront — ₹0 hidden professional charges.
Post-Service Support
Ongoing support on 26AS reconciliation and TRACES defaults after filing.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TDS and when must it be deducted?
What is the due date for TDS payment?
What are the TDS return filing deadlines?
Which TDS return form applies to me?
What is Form 16 and who issues it?
What is Form 26AS?
What if TDS was deducted but not deposited?
What is the penalty for late TDS return filing?
What happens if a deductee PAN is wrong or missing?
What is a lower TDS deduction certificate?
Can excess TDS be claimed as a refund?
Do I need to file a TDS return if there were no deductions in a quarter?
Who is required to file TDS returns?
What are the different TDS return forms (24Q, 26Q, 27Q, 27EQ)?
What are the due dates for filing quarterly TDS returns?
What is the penalty for late filing of a TDS return?
What is Form 16 / Form 16A and how does it relate to TDS returns?
Official Sources & Legal References
Every regulatory figure on this page — forms, due dates, fees and sections — is drawn from primary law and official government sources. Verify them directly:
- Income Tax Department — e-Filing portalOfficial portal to file TDS returns and manage your TAN
- TRACES — TDS Reconciliation portalProcessing status, Form 16/16A downloads and default correction
- Protean (NSDL) TIN — RPU & FVUReturn Preparation Utility and File Validation Utility downloads
- Income Tax India — Acts, Rules & NotificationsIncome-tax Act 1961 provisions on TDS/TCS, Sections 234E and 271H
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)Professional guidance on TDS compliance
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