Online TDS return is a statement given to the IT department every quarter. It is essential for every deductor to deposit income tax and file for TDS return on time.
An employer or company that has valid TAN - Tax Collection and Deduction Account Number can file for online TDS return. Any individual or business who makes a particular payment which is stated under the I-T Act needs to deduct tax at source. The deposit for the same has to be made within the stipulated time. The payment categories include:
As per the IT Act of 1961 filing TDS return is mandatory as well as it fetches some benefits to person or company. A few advantages of submitting a return and knowing the refund status are:
| Quarter | Period | Last Date of Filing |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | 1st April to 30th June | 31st July |
| 2nd Quarter | 1st July to 30th September | 31st October |
| 3rd Quarter | 1st October to 31st December | 31st Jan |
| 4th Quarter | 1st January to 31st March | 31st May |
| Quarter | Period | Last Date of Filing |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | 1st April to 30th June | 15th July |
| 2nd Quarter | 1st July to 30th September | 15th October |
| 3rd Quarter | 1st October to 31st December | 15th Jan |
| 4th Quarter | 1st January to 31st March | 15th May |
In addition to the penalty, the interest will also be charged alongside. The interest is payable by the taxpayers before the filing of the TDS return. The details about interest rates are given in Section 201 A.