e-TDS

e-TDS return is a TDS return prepared in form No. 24, 26 or 27 in electronic media as per prescribed data structure in either a floppy or a CD ROM. The floppy or CD ROM prepared should be accompanied by a signed verification in Form No.27A

What is e-TDS?

e-TDS is the electronic filing of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) returns by deductors who deduct tax while making specified payments and deposit it with the Government.

Deductors must:
  • Deduct TDS
  • Deposit tax to Government
  • File quarterly TDS returns to ITD

The system was introduced under the Electronic Filing of TDS Scheme, 2003 by the Central Board of Direct Taxes.

Who Must File e-TDS?

Mandatory

  • All corporate deductors
  • Government deductors (DDOs)

Optional

  • Other non-corporate deductors (individuals, firms etc.)

Quarterly TDS/TCS Forms

Form Purpose             Frequency
24Q            TDS on salary              Quarterly
26Q            TDS on non-salary payments              Quarterly
27Q            TDS for non-residents              Quarterly
27EQ            TCS return              Quarterly
What is Form 27A?

Form 27A = Control summary of e-TDS/TCS return.

  • Contains control totals
  • Must match return data
  • Separate Form 27A for each return
  • Mandatory FVU-generated form (post Feb 2014)

What is FVU (File Validation Utility)?

FVU is a validation tool developed by National Securities Depository Limited.

  • Checks format errors
  • Generates error/response file
  • Shows control totals
  • Return must be error-free before filing
Legal Provision
  • Section 200(3) – TDS statements
  • Section 206C – TCS statements
  • Section 206 – e-TDS filing scheme
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