TDS Deductor, Deductee & TAN Structure

1. The Complete TDS Lifecycle

  1. Obtain TAN: The deductor must possess a 10-digit alphanumeric Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (e.g. BLRA12345C).
  2. Deduct at Source: Deduct TDS at the time of booking the expense in Journal (F7) or Purchase (F9), whichever is earlier.
  3. Deposit Tax: Deposit the deducted tax to the government by the 7th of the subsequent month using Challan ITNS 281.
  4. File Quarterly Returns: Submit Form 26Q (for non-salary payments) every quarter.
  5. Issue TDS Certificate: Issue Form 16A to the deductee.