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Guide for Uploading TDS Returns on the Income Tax Portal

By CA Mohammed S Chokhawala

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Updated on: Mar 17th, 2025

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3 min read

If you have earned specific income and TDS has been deducted from it, then it should be paid to the government and a return should be filed. The Return should be uploaded to the TRACES portal. Filing and complying with data procedures is a tedious process. Hence, the income tax portal has provided for uploading the return on its website. 

In this article, let us cover the details regarding the TDS Return filed.

What is TDS Return?

TDS returns summarize the total TDS deducted transactions in the relevant quarter. They are also disclosed in the payee’s Form 26AS. In case of non-furnishing of TDS payment, there will be a hefty penalty. 

Who is Eligible for TDS Return?

TDS returns should be filed by 

  1. employers/organisations that possess a valid PAN,  
  2. Professionals who pay tax under 44AB
  3. Holding office under government or companies 

TDS should be deducted from salary income, income received on securities, insurance commission and any other transaction as specified in the Income Tax Act

Rate of TDS Deduction

The rates of TDS to be deducted are different for different types of incomes. TDS rates range from 1% to 30% depending on the transactions. 

Due Date to File TDS Returns

QuarterDue Date
April to June - Q131st July
July to September - Q231st Oct
October to December - Q331st Jan
January to March - Q431st May

Prerequisites for Uploading TDS Returns

Before you start uploading the return, you must ensure the following.

  • You must hold a valid TAN and it should be registered for e-filing
  • Your TDS statements should be prepared using Return Preparation Utility (RPU) and validated using File Validation Utility (FVU)
  • You can prepare your returns in an easy manner using ClearTDS
  • You should have a valid DSC registered for e-filing if you wish to upload using DSC
  • The principal contact’s bank account or Demat account details should be provided or the principal contact’s PAN should be linked with Aadhar if you wish to upload using EVC

How to Upload TDS Statements on the Income Tax Portal

Here is a step-by-step guide on uploading TDS statements on the income tax website:

Step 1: Go to http://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in/ 

income tax website

Step 2: Log in using your TAN details.

TAN DETAILS LOGIN

Step 3: Click on ‘e-File’, then ‘Income Tax Forms’ and then ‘File Income Tax Forms’ from the dashboard.

income tax forms

Step 4: Select the form you have to file.

file income tax forms

Step 5: Proceed to ‘Upload TDS Form’: Click on the ‘Let’s Get Started’ option.

Upload TDS format

Step 6: Enter the following details and then click on ‘Proceed to e-Verify’:
 

proceed to e-verify

Step 7: Validate the return using the OTP sent to the registered mobile number to complete the process.

Following the completion of the process, you will receive a success message. If you haven't already generated your DSC, you can use the Electronic Verification Code to validate the TDS statements (EVC).

TDS returns summarize the total TDS deducted transactions in the quarter. They are also disclosed in the payee’s Form 26AS. In case of non-furnishing of TDS payment, there will be a hefty penalty under section 234E.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who must submit e-TDS/TCS statements?

According to the Income Tax Act of 1961, all corporate and government deductors/collectors are expected to file their TDS/TCS statements electronically, i.e. e-TDS/TCS returns.

How can I tell whether my TDS return has been processed?

It ideally takes one week to process your return post submission. You can log in to your TRACES account and check the status of the TDS return. You can even file a correction return in case of any mistakes.

What happens once I submit my TDS return?

Once you've filed your TDS return and if it's accepted, you will see ‘Accepted at e-filing'.

For any further queries or help, reach out to us at tds@cleartax.in.

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