What are the main TDS return forms?

Form 24Q is used for salary TDS, 26Q for resident non-salary payments and 27Q for non-resident payments.

What is the late fee for TDS returns?

Section 234E can apply at Rs. 200 per day, subject to limits. Interest and correction work may also apply.

Can TDS return mistakes be corrected?

Yes, but challan, PAN, deduction and certificate errors should be corrected carefully to avoid downstream mismatch notices.

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TDS Due Date Finder

Find quarterly TDS return due dates and certificate timelines.

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Compute basic TDS amount from rate and payment value.

Expert guides

TDS and TCS: Complete Guide for India (2025-26) — Rates, Due Dates & Compliance

A complete reference guide for TDS and TCS in India covering all major sections, rates for FY 2025-26, deduction thresholds, deposit deadlines, and return filing requirements.

Form 16 Download from TRACES: Employer Steps and What Employees Should Do (2026)

Only your employer can download Form 16 from TRACES. Here is the employer process, what employees can do when Form 16 is late, and what changes with the new Form 130.

EPFO UAN Activation, PF Balance Check and Online Withdrawal (2026)

UAN activation moved to face authentication on the UMANG app in 2025. Here is how to activate it, the four ways to check your PF balance, how to claim online and when a PF withdrawal is taxed.

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