New e-TDS TCS RPU Version 4.9 FVU Version 8.4: How to Download The Latest RPU Version?

TDS, i.e. Tax Deducted at Source, is a concept introduced to collect taxes as and when the taxpayer earns an income rather than at the time of tax filing. The main reason for collecting TDS was to stifle tax evasion. To report the TDS collected, one must file TDS returns.

The NSDL (NSDL is now protean-tinpan.com) introduced software called e-TDS/TCS Return Preparation Utility (RPU) and File Validation Utility (FVU) that businesses can use to prepare their e-TDS/TCS returns. 

If you have your own company or business, it is crucial for you to know the TDS RPU latest version. Here’s more on this. 

What is the new e-TDS TCS RPU Version 4.9?

National Securities and Deposits Limited (NSDL) released the latest RPU Version 4.9 for e-TDS/TCS statements filed from financial year 2007-08 onwards. It has come into effect from 24 November 2023.

This software is free to download and is based on MS Excel. Moreover, it has separate utilities for preparing each type of return.

Here are some of its new features of RPU Version 4.9:

• This new version allows you to update fields in Form 27Q. This lets you select where tax has been deducted at a higher rate.
• It includes section codes 194DA and 194LBA for TDS/TCS tax statements filed in financial year 2014-2015 and Q3 onwards. Section code 194DA is applicable for Form 26Q and 194LBA for both Forms 26Q and 27Q. 
• Also, it includes File Validation Utility versions 2.141 and 4.5.

How to download the RPU latest version?

1. Go to the TIN-NSDL portal (TIN-NSDL portal is now protean-tinpan.com)
2. Press ‘Services’ and click on ‘e-TDS/e-TCS’ from the dashboard
3. Select the ‘e-TDS/e-TCS RPU’ option
4. Click on the download link
5. Extract the file
6. Open the executable .jar file
7. Press Ok

Your RPU download is now complete. After the software opens, you can follow the below-mentioned steps to use the RPU utility.

How to file TDS return online?

Documents required for TDS return filing

Keep the following documents handy to pace up the TDS return filing process:

• PAN cards of deductor and deductee
• TDS challan details
• Return Preparation Utility in which TDS return is prepared (ensure you have downloaded the latest version)
• The return generated (FUV file) from the above utility

How to file TDS return quarterly: A step-by-step guide

For filing a TDS return online, you must upload the details in a specific format using the Return Preparation Utility(RPU):

Step 1: Open the utility software and from the dropdown, select the form number.

Step 2: The details to be filled are divided into 3 parts. 

• 1st part- Return related
• 2nd Part- Deductor’s details
• 3rd part- Details of the person responsible for deduction of Tax

Step 3: Add the challan details in the ‘Challan’ tab.

Step 4: In the ‘Annexure I’ tab, add the details of all the deductees, like their PAN. In the date column, enter the earlier of these dates: Date of payment or credit, Total amount paid, TDS amount deducted and amount deposited, and Date of deduction.

Step 5: Now download the challan input file(.csv file) from the challan status enquiry (TAN-based view) from here. Click on ‘Create File’, add the .csv file and ‘Validate’. An ‘FUV File’ will be generated and stored in your system.

Step 6: Log in on the e-filing portal with your TAN number.

Step 7: E-file > Income Tax Forms > File Income Tax Forms. 

Under the ‘e-file’ tab, select ‘Income Tax Forms’ and then ‘File Income Tax Forms’.

Step 8: Scroll down to the end and select ‘Deduction of tax at source’. Select the Form number and all other relevant details and attach the ‘FUV file’ stored on your system.

Step 9: Now, ‘Proceed to e-verify’ and select the preferred option for verification. TDS return will be successfully submitted, and an acknowledgement receipt will be displayed. In case of rejection of return, you will receive a non-acceptance memo with the reasons for rejection.

Tip: Keep saving the data.   

Note: If you wish to file the TDS return offline, you must visit the nearby facilitation center registered under NSDL.

With ClearTDS, it is easier than ever to file TDS returns. You can directly upload the conso files and import all the data and file it in minutes. It also allows you to generate a form-16 online.

What is the FVU latest version?

The TDS FVU latest version is 8.4, which has become effective from 24 November 2023. It will take into account all quarterly e-TDS/TCS statements made from financial year 2010-2011.    
You can download it for free from the protean-tinpan website in order to verify whether your e-TDS return files are according to the prescribed format.    
Here are the steps you can follow to create FVU files: 

• Open the File Validation Utility Tool
• Select the type of returns you want to file (26Q or 27Q)
• Download the challan input file from the NSDL website
• Enter it into the ‘Challan Input File Name with Path’ field
• Put the path in the ‘Error/Upload & Statistics Report File Path’ field
• Press ‘Validate’   
  Your FVU file is ready to be used for filing TDS/TCS returns.    
  Companies and business owners should keep tabs on the latest updates regarding the TDS RPU and FVU software. This will help them avoid unnecessary issues while filing their e-TDS/TCS returns. 

Forms used for TDS return filing

Different forms are used for filing TDS returns online depending on the type of transaction:

When is TDS return due date?

For each quarter, TDS returns must be filed before the following due dates: 

Note: The TDS return due date for Form 26QB and Form 26QC is 30 days from the date of deducting TDS.