Form 49B: How to Download and Fill TAN Application Form?

TDS deductors who want to apply for a Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) must submit Form 49B online or offline to the NSDL.

All individuals who are responsible for deducting tax at source on behalf of the Income Tax Department must get a TAN. In case a deductor does not possess TAN, he/she would be liable to pay a hefty penalty of Rs. 10,000. Therefore, it is important to know the process of downloading and filling out this TAN application form.

Read on to learn about the filing process for Form 49B for a TAN application. 

TAN Application Form 49B

Under Section 203A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, you need to fill up and submit TAN application Form 49B to apply for a TAN. You can submit the application offline by visiting your nearest Income Tax or NSDL office in person or by submitting the filled form online on the official website of TIN NSDL. 

How to Download TAN Form 49B?

If you are wondering how to download or apply for TAN by filling up Form 49B online, here is the step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the TAN information network.

Step 2: Select the 'Online Application for TAN (Form 49B)' option.

Step 3: Go through the instructions, and select the 'Category of Deductors' from the drop-down menu.

Step 4: After selecting the category and clicking the 'Select' option, a new page will appear on your screen displaying Form 49B.

Step 5: Enter all necessary information, including entity address, block no, post office, AO type, range code, AO number, etc.

Step 6: Review all information and click the 'Confirm' option to submit the form.

Step 7: An acknowledgement page will appear on the screen, confirming the submission of Form 49B to the Income Tax Department. 

Step 8: On that screen, you will see important information such as the 14-digit acknowledgement number, applicant's status, applicant's name, payment details, signature space, and contact details.

Step 9: Now, download this acknowledgement slip and sign it. 

Step 10: Finally, send the printout of the acknowledgement slip along with the required documents to NSDL's office. 

Address: NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No.341, Survey No.997/8, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411016

On the other hand, if you are unable to submit Form 49B through online mode, you can also apply offline. Take a look at the offline process:

1. On the NSDL portal, download Form 49B.
2. Enter all the personal and mandatory details.
3. Tick the declaration confirming that the information provided is correct.
4. Specify the date and place and add your left thumb impression or signature.
5. Ensure to attest the left thumb impression by a gazetted officer or magistrate.
6. Review all the details and submit the form with all necessary documents to the nearest UTIITSL or NSDL office.

How to Fill Form 49B for TAN?

Before filing Form 49B, it is important to note that you must refrain from editing or overwriting in this specific form. This generally eliminates the chances of getting the application approved. Here is a complete guide to filling this Form 49B accurately:

• Provide all necessary details in block letters in order to make the entries legible.
• You need to furnish details about the Assessing officer. You can access the information from the Income Tax Office. 
• Enter one letter in every required box to make it more visibly clear. 
• Provide accurate details regarding the area code, district, tax circle, etc. You can avail of this information from TIN Facilitation Center or the income tax office.
• For left thumb impression, ensure to get it attested by the gazetted officer or a magistrate. This is only applicable to individuals applying for TAN through offline mode. If you are applying under the 'Other category of deductors', it is essential to sign the acknowledgement slip.
• It is necessary to fill in all details. No blank space in this Form 49B will be taken into consideration.
• It is crucial to mention your designation, and the address provided must belong to India.

Final Word

Having a TAN is vital for every individual who is responsible for tax collection on behalf of the Income Tax Department. In this regard, Form 49B is an important document that every TDS deductor must know about. Before submitting Form 49B, it is important to note that the Income Tax Department will allot the 10-digit TAN only after the payment of the application fee. 

Click here to view Form 49B in PDF format.