Detailed procedure for TDS e-payment [Download free checklist]
TDS e-Payment: A Quick and Easy Guide
In this post, we will explain TDS e-payment, covering its process, benefits, and key steps. We will also highlight due dates, interest for delays etc. Let’s look at each section in detail:
What is TDS?
TDS is a system of collecting tax at the source of income. When you receive payments for salary, rent, interest, commission, etc., the person or entity making the payment (the “deductor”) is responsible for deducting the TDS and paying the balance amount to you (the “deductee”).
The deductor must pay the TDS to the government within a certain period. The TDS amount is credited to the government’s account through banks.
Modes of TDS Payment:
There are two ways to make the payment of TDS to the banks:
- By cash: Payment of Tax in cash at the counter through any authorised bank
- By e-Payment: Payment of Tax through Net-Banking or Debit Card.
Advantages of TDS online deposit
- You can pay your taxes anytime through your Internet banking account.
- The TDS amount is deposited directly through your account.
- Online TDS payments to the income tax authorities will avoid mistakes caused by bankers.
- You can download and print the challan and counterfoil generated by your bank.
Pre-requisites for TDS e-Payment
- Valid TAN and PAN
- Internet Banking Account
- Good internet connection
- Sufficient balance in the bank to cover the amount of payment for the immediate transfer
Note: Consider the following points before making the payment.
Steps by step procedure for TDS payment
1: Log in to the Income Tax portal using your TAN credentials.
2: Go to ‘e-File‘ on the dashboard and select ‘e-Pay Tax.’
3: Click ‘New Payment‘ on the e-Pay Tax page.
4: Choose the relevant tax payment option and click ‘Proceed.’
5: Select the Assessment Year, fill in the required details, and click ‘Continue.’
6: Enter the breakdown of your total tax on the ‘Add Tax Breakup Details‘ page.
7: Choose your preferred payment gateway and click ‘Continue.’
8: Review your details and click ‘Pay Now.’
9: You’ll receive a confirmation via email and SMS on your registered contact information.
Note: After a successful payment, you will receive a confirmation email and SMS on the email ID and mobile number registered with the e-filing portal. The payment details and challan receipt will be available under the Payment History tab on the e-Pay Tax page.
The due date for payment:
Due dates for TDS payment by government and non-government tax deductors
- Government tax deductors: The TDS amount must be deposited on the same day as the deduction.
- Non-government tax deductors: The TDS amount must be deposited within the 7th of the following month from the deduction date.
For example, if a government tax deductor deducts TDS on 1st July, the TDS amount must be deposited on 1st July itself. If a non-government tax deductor deducts TDS on 1st July, the TDS amount must be deposited by 7th August.
What Happens If You Delay in Payment of TDS?
If someone deducts tax at source but fails to deposit it fully or partially to the income tax department, they must pay simple interest on the unpaid TDS.
The interest will be 1.5% per month or part of a month, calculated from the date of TDS deduction to the date it is paid to the income tax department.
Interest Applicability:
- In case of a delay in payment due to a late deduction, interest at the rate of 1% per month will be applied from the month the deduction was supposed to be made to the month it was actually made.
- If payment is delayed after deduction, interest at 1.5% per month will be applied from the month of deduction to the month of payment.
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FAQs on TDS Payment Online
1. Who is liable to pay TDS?
Ans: Individuals who are required to make specified payments under the Income Tax Act must deduct TDS when making those payments. However, if the individual’s books are not audited, TDS will not be deducted.
2. How can i get my TDS account number ?
Ans: The Income Tax Department will provide the Tax Deduction Account Number (TAN) to all individuals who are required to deduct TDS.
3. Is it mandatory to issue a TDS certificate?
Ans: Yes, it is mandatory for deductors to issue a TDS certificate to taxpayers.
