Taxation · Withholding Tax Compliance

TDS / TCSReturn Filing

Clean, correct and on-time TDS returns — for salaried, consultants and MSMEs.

Quarterly filing of Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q and 27EQ, the right section & rate every time, PAN / No-PAN handled under Sec. 206AA, with Form 16/16A and TRACES support — managed by TDS experts and CAs.

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TDS / TCS return filing services A clean TDS trail is your best defence in scrutiny, survey or assessment.
Right section & rate, every timeCorrect mapping for 194C/H/J/Q/O/S & more
Timely challans & returnsAvoid interest, 234E late fees & 271H penalty
Form 16/16A & TRACES supportPlus help with mismatches & notices
Per-Return Pricing

Simple, transparent plans

Pick the plan that matches you — a one-time review & file, or fully-managed monthly TDS for a business. Deliverables, inclusions and exclusions are listed below.

Basic Plan
"Review & File TDS"
₹1,499₹1,949
Per FY (per PAN)
  • CA-review of TDS payment & return filing for different payment types (194C, 194H, 194J)
  • Guidance on correct section, threshold & rate
  • One-time check of Form 26AS / AIS mismatches
  • Email support for basic TDS queries till return filing
For Business
Advance Plan
"Managed TDS for Business"
₹3,999₹5,199
Per FY (per TAN)
  • Everything in Basic Plan, plus:
  • Working + review of monthly TDS deductions (multiple vendors, multiple sections)
  • Hand-holding for TDS return filing, late-fee / interest computation
  • Priority support

What's Included

  • CA verification of challans, PAN details & deduction sections
  • Preparation & e-filing of quarterly returns (24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ)
  • Section, threshold, rate & PAN / No-PAN (Sec. 206AA) handling
  • Form 16 / 16A download & distribution guidance from TRACES
  • Support for basic TDS notices & 26AS / AIS mismatches
  • Quarterly due-date reminders

What's Excluded

  • Government taxes, the TDS amount itself, interest & penalties
  • Section 234E late fees & 271H penalties
  • TAN registration (quoted separately if required)
  • Bookkeeping, accounting & audit work
  • Complex correction statements beyond plan scope
  • Representation / litigation before tax authorities
Important Note & Detailed Disclaimer

Fees are indicative professional charges for the services specifically listed under the selected plan. The Basic Plan is priced per Financial Year (per PAN) and the Advance Plan per Financial Year (per TAN). Government taxes, the TDS/TCS amount, interest under Section 201(1A), late fees under Section 234E, penalties under Section 271H, TAN registration, bookkeeping/accounting/audit work, and any representation or litigation are excluded unless expressly agreed in writing.

Failure or errors in deduction, deposit or filing are the deductor's responsibility under the Income-tax Act, 1961, even where the payee has paid full tax. Clients must provide complete and accurate TAN, PAN, challan and payment data on time; any delay, error or non-compliance arising from incorrect or delayed submissions is the client's responsibility.

Due dates, forms and rates are aligned with the Income-tax Act, Rule 31A and recent Finance Acts and may change — always confirm against the latest law. The TDS calculator and figures shown are indicative aids, not tax advice. Scope, fees and terms are governed by the engagement letter and applicable laws.

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What is TDS return filing
What is TDS Return Filing?

You deduct it — so you report it

When you deduct TDS as an employer, business or professional, you're a "deductor" under the Income-tax Act, 1961. You must deduct and deposit tax via challan, and report it through quarterly returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q, 27EQ) — telling the department whom you deducted from, how much, and under which section.

  • Correct mapping of payments to the right section & rate
  • PAN / No-PAN and the 20% rule (Sec. 206AA) handled clearly
  • Returns feed Form 26AS / AIS of every deductee — accuracy matters
The Return Forms

Which TDS / TCS form, and when

Different payments map to different quarterly forms. Here's what each one covers — we pick the right form for your deductions.

Form 24Q

Salary payments

TDS on salary under Section 192 — employer-to-employee, with annexures for salary detail and Form 16 issuance.

Sec 192Form 16
Form 26Q

Resident non-salary

TDS on contracts, rent, professional fees, commission & more paid to residents (194C, 194H, 194I, 194J, 194Q…).

194C/H/JForm 16A
Form 27Q

Non-residents (NRIs)

TDS on payments to non-residents — interest, royalty, fees & more, with applicable DTAA and Sec. 206AA rules.

NRIDTAA
Form 27EQ

Tax Collected at Source

For TCS collected by sellers / operators on specified transactions — reported quarterly, separate from TDS.

TCS
Common Sections We Map
194C

Contractors

Payments to contractors & sub-contractors for work / labour.

194H

Commission

Commission or brokerage (other than insurance / lottery).

194J

Professional

Professional / technical services, royalty, non-compete fees.

194I

Rent

Rent for plant / machinery, or land / building / furniture.

194Q

Goods

Purchase of goods exceeding ₹50L by large buyers.

194O

E-commerce

TDS by e-commerce operators on participant sales.

194S

VDA / Crypto

Transfer of virtual digital assets (crypto, NFTs).

206AA

No-PAN → 20%

Minimum 20% TDS where the deductee has no valid PAN.

Who It's For

Built for every deductor

From a single salaried employer to a multi-vendor business — we map the payments and file the right returns.

Salaried & Freelancers
Form 24Q · Form 16

Employers deducting on salary (Sec 192) and professionals managing their own deductions — clean 24Q and timely Form 16.

MSMEs & Startups
Form 26Q · Multi-section

Growing businesses paying contractors, consultants and rent — multiple sections handled and reconciled accurately.

Contract, Rent & Commission
194C · 194I · 194H

Recurring payments across vendors and landlords — correct thresholds, rates and PAN/No-PAN treatment.

Quarterly Due Dates

File on time, every quarter

TDS returns are filed quarterly. Miss a date and a ₹200/day late fee (Sec. 234E) applies until filed, capped at the TDS amount — plus possible 271H penalty.

Quarter 1
31 Jul

April – June

Quarter 2
31 Oct

July – September

Quarter 3
31 Jan

October – December

Quarter 4
31 May

January – March

TDS is deposited with Challan ITNS 281 within the monthly time limit; returns then consolidate each quarter. We set reminders so nothing slips.

How Our TDS Service Works

Three steps to a clean return

Share, verify, file — with an e-summary and Form 16/16A guidance at the end.

1
Share details & challans

You share TAN, deductor details, challans and a summary of payments — salary, contractors, rent, commission, VDA and more.

2
We verify sections & rates

We apply the correct sections (194C, 194H, 194J, 194Q, 194O, 194S…) and PAN / No-PAN rules, then prepare and review the TDS workings.

3
Return filed & summary shared

We file the return (24Q / 26Q / 27Q / 27EQ), share an e-summary, and guide you on Form 16 / 16A download from TRACES.

What Users Say

TDS support, made simple

We pay contractors, consultants and rent across several sections every quarter. NoLegalPaisa mapped each payment to the right section, fixed our 26AS mismatches, and filed 26Q on time — Form 16A reached every vendor without a single follow-up.

MS
Meera S.
Finance Lead, services MSME
Watch & Learn

TDS / TCS filing, explained simply

A short walkthrough of how quarterly TDS returns work and how we handle the filing for you.

Easy Guide

TDS / TCS filing flipbook

Five quick pages — the law, the steps, the risks, and why careful filing matters.

Page 1 of 5

What is TDS return filing?

When you deduct TDS — as an employer, business or professional — you are a "deductor" under the Income-tax Act, 1961. You must not only deduct and deposit the tax (via challan), but also report it to the department through quarterly TDS returns (Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, etc.).

These returns tell the department who you deducted from, how much, and under which section.

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Legal basis & responsibility

  • TDS provisions are mainly in Chapter XVII-B of the Income-tax Act.
  • Section 200: once tax is deducted, you are legally bound to deposit it within the prescribed time and file returns.
  • Rule 31A prescribes the due dates, forms and manner of TDS return filing.
  • Failure or errors are on the deductor, not the payee — even if the payee has paid full tax.
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Key compliance steps

  • Deduct tax under the correct section & rate (194C, 194H, 194J, 194I, 194Q, 194O, 194S…), considering thresholds and the PAN / no-PAN rule (Sec. 206AA — 20%).
  • Deposit TDS with Challan ITNS 281 within the time limit.
  • File quarterly returns in the correct form (24Q — salary, 26Q — non-salary residents, 27Q — non-residents, 27EQ — TCS).
  • Generate & issue Form 16 / 16A to deductees from TRACES.
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Consequences of non-compliance

  • Interest under Section 201(1A) for non-deduction / late deposit.
  • Late fee under Section 234E for delayed filing (per day, subject to a cap).
  • Penalty under Section 271H for incorrect or non-filing of TDS statements.
  • Risk of being treated as assessee-in-default under Section 201, and disallowance of expenses in certain cases.
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Why careful filing matters

TDS returns feed directly into the Form 26AS and AIS of each deductee. Wrong PAN, wrong section or wrong amount creates mismatches, notices and credit issues for employees, vendors and consultants.

A clean TDS trail becomes your defence in scrutiny, survey or assessment — showing that tax was correctly deducted, deposited and reported.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to what deductors ask most about TDS / TCS filing.

01 Who is required to file TDS returns?+
Any individual or business who deducts TDS on specified payments (salary, rent, commission, contractor payments, etc.) must file quarterly TDS returns. This includes companies, LLPs, proprietors, and certain individuals covered under audit.
02 What are the different TDS return forms?+
  • Form 24Q — salary payments
  • Form 26Q — non-salary resident payments (contract, rent, fees)
  • Form 27Q — payments to non-residents (NRIs)
  • Form 27EQ — Tax Collected at Source (TCS)
03 How often do I need to file TDS returns?+
Quarterly. The four due dates are: Q1 — 31st July, Q2 — 31st October, Q3 — 31st January, Q4 — 31st May.
04 What documents do I need to file TDS returns?+
  • TAN and PAN of the deductor
  • PAN of deductees (employees or vendors)
  • TDS payment challans (Form 281)
  • Payment and deduction details
  • Salary data (for 24Q) and challan identification numbers (CIN)
05 What happens if I miss the due date?+
A late fee of ₹200 per day (Section 234E) applies until the return is filed, subject to a maximum of the total TDS amount. There can also be penalties under Section 271H.
06 Can I file my TDS returns online with NoLegalPaisa?+
Yes — the entire process is 100% online. You upload your documents and payment data, and our tax experts handle the rest through the TRACES portal.
07 Do you help with Form 16 / 16A generation?+
Absolutely. Once your TDS returns are filed, we assist you in downloading and distributing Form 16 (for employees) or Form 16A (for vendors).
08 Will you handle errors or notices from the department?+
Yes — we provide post-filing support, including handling TDS mismatch notices or default letters. Our experts respond and make the necessary corrections.
09 How do you ensure accuracy in filings?+
Our TDS experts and CAs verify your challans, PAN details and deduction sections, and validate the forms before filing — ensuring zero errors and full compliance.
10 What are the benefits of using NoLegalPaisa?+
  • Expert-managed end-to-end filing
  • Timely reminders for every quarter
  • Form 16 / 16A assistance
  • Dashboard to track compliance
  • Affordable plans for startups, SMEs & enterprises
  • WhatsApp + phone-based support

Clean, correct & on-time TDS returns

Right section, right rate, filed every quarter — with Form 16/16A and TRACES support. Let NoLegalPaisa's TDS experts and CAs handle it end-to-end.