Employer Salary TDS & Form 16
Payroll tax for employers — declarations, quarterly returns and certificates
- 1CollectDeclarations and proofs gathered.
- 2DeductMonthly TDS computed and deposited.
- 3ReportReturns and certificates filed.
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About Employer Salary TDS & Form 16
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
Employers must estimate each employee's annual tax under the regime the employee chooses, deduct TDS monthly, deposit it by the 7th of the next month, file quarterly salary TDS returns (Form 138 from tax year 2026-27, formerly 24Q) and issue the annual salary TDS certificate (formerly Form 16) by 15 June. Mistakes lead to employee notices, interest and late fees for the employer.
We run salary TDS for small and mid-sized employers: collecting regime choices and declarations, verifying proofs, valuing perquisites, handling previous-employer income and TCS credits, and filing returns and certificates.
From April 2026 the forms and section references changed under the Income-tax Act, 2025, so payroll software and templates need updating.
| Deposit | 7th of next month (30 April for March) |
|---|---|
| Quarterly return | Form 138 (formerly 24Q) |
| Certificate | By 15 June after year-end |
| Late filing fee | ₹200 per day, capped at TDS |
| Interest | 1% / 1.5% per month for delays |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Startups and SMEs with salaried staff
- Employers switching payroll providers
- Employers with TDS defaults to fix
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Monthly TDS computation
- Declaration and proof management
- Quarterly returns
- Annual certificates
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Declarations and proofs gathered.
Monthly TDS computed and deposited.
Returns and certificates filed.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
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Answers to the most common questions we get.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
