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Quarterly Filing: Form 24Q (salary), 26Q (non-salary resident), 27Q (non-resident), 27EQ (TCS)

TDS Deposit: 7th of the following month (30th April for March deductions)

Late Fee: Section 234E - Rs 200/day until filing (max = TDS amount for the quarter)

Penalty: Section 271H - Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,00,000 for late/incorrect filing

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TDS Returns in Pune - Overview

📌 TL;DR - TDS Returns in Pune Services at a Glance

TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) returns are quarterly statements that every deductor in Pune must file with the Income Tax Department. The four primary forms - Form 24Q (salary), Form 26Q (non-salary to residents), Form 27Q (non-residents), and Form 27EQ (TCS) - must be filed by the last day of the month following the quarter end. TDS must be deposited by the 7th of the following month, failing which interest under Section 201(1A) applies.

Pune generates enormous TDS volumes across its IT corridor (Hinjewadi, Kharadi, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Magarpatta City) and manufacturing belt (Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan MIDC, Ranjangaon MIDC). IT companies file Form 24Q for thousands of salaried employees, Form 26Q for contractor and professional fee payments under Sections 194C and 194J, and Form 27Q for payments to foreign technology vendors under Section 195. The TDS Circle, Pune under CIT Pune-1, Pune-2, and Pune-3 handles assessments, defaults, and penalty proceedings. Learn more about TDS Returns across India.

Filing is done electronically via the Income Tax e-Filing Portal and TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System). For FY 2025-26, the Finance Bill 2026 has proposed rationalization of certain TDS provisions. After TDS compliance, businesses benefit from Income Tax Returns and Accounting Services.

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What Are TDS Returns

TDS returns are quarterly statements filed by every person (deductor) who deducts tax at source under the Income Tax Act, 1961. The returns report details of the deductor, each deductee (payee), the nature and amount of payment, the TDS rate applied, the amount of tax deducted, and the challan details. The information feeds directly into the payee's Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS), enabling tax credit claims.

There are four primary TDS return forms: Form 24Q for salary TDS under Section 192, Form 26Q for TDS on non-salary payments to Indian residents (194C, 194J, 194I, 194H, etc.), Form 27Q for TDS on payments to non-residents under Section 195, and Form 27EQ for Tax Collected at Source under Section 206C.

For Pune businesses, TDS compliance is particularly complex due to the volume and variety of transactions: IT companies in Hinjewadi and Kharadi make payments under multiple TDS sections simultaneously - salary (192), consultants (194J), contractors (194C), rent (194I), and foreign vendor payments (195). A single error in PAN mapping, section code, or challan reference creates mismatches in the payee's Form 26AS.

Key Terms for TDS Returns in Pune:

Form 24Q: Quarterly salary TDS return under Section 192. Annexure II required in Q4 with employee-wise salary breakup.

Form 26Q: Quarterly non-salary TDS return for resident payments (194C, 194J, 194I, 194H, 194A, etc.).

Section 234E: Late fee of Rs 200/day from due date until filing. Maximum = TDS amount for the quarter.

Section 271H: Penalty of Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,00,000 for late or incorrect TDS return filing.

TRACES: TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System - portal for return filing, corrections, and Form 16/16A downloads.

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TDS Deposit By 7th Every Month

Who Needs TDS Return Filing in Pune

IT Companies and Corporates (Hinjewadi, Kharadi, Magarpatta) - Every employer deducting TDS on salary must file Form 24Q quarterly. IT companies also file Form 26Q for contractor payments (194C), professional fees (194J), rent (194I), and commission (194H). Companies engaging foreign vendors file Form 27Q under Section 195. See Payroll Services for integrated payroll and TDS management.

Manufacturing Units (Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan, Ranjangaon) - Factories deduct TDS on transport contracts (194C), professional services (194J), machinery rent (194I), and interest payments (194A). Manufacturing units purchasing scrap also have TCS obligations under Section 206C, requiring Form 27EQ filing.

Startups and SMEs (Baner, Koregaon Park, Viman Nagar) - Even small businesses must deduct TDS when paying rent above Rs 2,40,000/year (194I), professional fees above Rs 30,000/year (194J), or contractor payments above Rs 30,000 per transaction (194C). Pune startups frequently miss TDS obligations on freelancer payments.

Individuals Purchasing Property - Any person purchasing immovable property in Pune exceeding Rs 50 lakh must deduct TDS at 1% under Section 194-IA and file Form 26QB within 30 days. This applies to property purchases in Baner, Wakad, Hinjewadi, Kharadi, and other high-value Pune localities.

TDS Return Filing Services in Pune

ServiceWhat We Do
Form 24Q Filing (Salary TDS)Quarterly salary TDS return including Annexure II for Q4 with employee-wise salary breakup and Form 12BB verification
Form 26Q Filing (Non-Salary Resident)Quarterly filing for TDS on contractor (194C), professional (194J), rent (194I), commission (194H), and interest (194A) payments
Form 27Q Filing (Non-Resident)Quarterly filing for TDS on NRI and foreign company payments under Section 195 with DTAA rate application
Monthly TDS Deposit ManagementChallan 281 preparation and payment by the 7th of each month via IT portal; tracking and reconciliation
Form 16 and Form 16A GenerationDownloading and distributing salary TDS certificates (Form 16 by 15th June) and non-salary certificates from TRACES
TRACES Correction StatementsFiling correction returns for PAN errors, challan mismatches, section code errors, and amount discrepancies
Section 201 Default ManagementRepresenting Pune deductors before TDS Circle for assessee-in-default proceedings
Form 26QB/26QC FilingTDS on property purchase (194-IA) and rent by individuals (194-IB) in Pune
Our Process

TDS Return Filing Process in Pune

6-step guide for TDS compliance with Patron Accounting

Step 1

Obtain TAN and Register on Portals

Every deductor must hold an active Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN). Apply via Form 49B on the NSDL portal. Register on the Income Tax e-Filing Portal (incometax.gov.in) using TAN credentials and on TRACES (tdscpc.gov.in) for return filing, correction, and Form 16/16A downloads. Pune companies with multiple branches may need separate TANs for each establishment.

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Step 2

Deduct TDS at Correct Rate and Section

Identify the correct TDS section for each payment: Section 192 (salary), 194C (contractor - 1%/2%), 194J (professional - 10%), 194I (rent - 10%/2%), 194H (commission - 5%), 195 (non-resident - rates per DTAA or IT Act). Apply the no-PAN rule under Section 206AA (minimum 20% TDS if payee doesn't furnish PAN). For Pune IT companies, correct classification between 194C and 194J is critical.

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Step 3

Deposit TDS by 7th of Following Month

Deposit deducted TDS via Challan No. 281 on the Income Tax e-Pay portal by the 7th of the month following deduction. Exception: TDS deducted in March must be deposited by 30th April. Non-deposit or late deposit attracts interest under Section 201(1A) at 1% per month (non-deduction) or 1.5% per month (late deposit). Patron deposits all client challans by the 5th.

Challan 281 by 7thMarch: 30th April
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Step 4

Prepare TDS Return Using RPU/FVU

Download the Return Preparation Utility (RPU) and File Validation Utility (FVU) from NSDL/Protean portal. Enter deductor details, challan information, and deductee-wise payment and TDS details. Select the correct form (24Q/26Q/27Q/27EQ) and quarter. Run FVU to validate - fix any PAN mismatch, challan discrepancy, or section code errors. For Q4 Form 24Q, prepare Annexure II with complete salary breakup.

RPU + FVU ValidatedAnnexure II (Q4)
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Step 5

Upload Return on e-Filing Portal

Log in to incometax.gov.in > e-File > Income Tax Forms > select TDS form. Upload the validated .fvu file with DSC or EVC verification. The portal generates an acknowledgment receipt with Token Number. Due dates: Q1: 31st July | Q2: 31st October | Q3: 31st January | Q4: 31st May. Late filing triggers Section 234E late fee at Rs 200/day (capped at TDS amount).

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Step 6

Generate Form 16/16A and Reconcile

Download Form 16 (salary TDS certificate) and Form 16A (non-salary) from TRACES after return processing. Issue Form 16 to employees by 15th June. Issue Form 16A within 15 days of TDS return due date. Reconcile TDS return data with payee's Form 26AS. If mismatches are found, file a correction statement on TRACES. Patron generates and distributes Form 16 for all Pune client employees.

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Documents Required for TDS Return Filing in Pune

TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number): Active TAN mandatory for all deductors.

PAN of All Deductees: Employee, contractor, vendor, and payee PAN cards; 20% TDS if PAN not furnished (Sec 206AA).

Challan Receipts (Challan 281): Monthly TDS deposit proof with BSR code, challan serial number, and date.

Salary Register / Payroll Data: For Form 24Q: employee-wise salary, allowances, deductions, and TDS computation.

Vendor Payment Records: For Form 26Q: invoice-wise details of contractor, professional, rent, and commission payments.

Section 12BB Declarations: Employee investment declarations for salary TDS computation (Form 24Q Annexure II).

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC): For e-Filing portal return submission.

Pune-Specific Tip: IT companies in Hinjewadi paying both Indian freelancers (Form 26Q, 194J) and foreign technology vendors (Form 27Q, 195) should maintain separate vendor databases tagged by residency status and applicable TDS section. This prevents cross-filing errors and ensures correct Form 26AS credit for each payee.

Common TDS Return Filing Challenges in Pune

ChallengeImpactHow Patron Accounting Solves It
Section 194C vs 194J MisclassificationIT companies struggle to classify payments as contractor fees (194C at 1-2%) or professional fees (194J at 10%); triggers short deduction noticesExpert section classification based on payment nature analysis; TDS Circle Pune representation for existing notices
PAN Mismatch and 26AS Credit IssuesIncorrect PAN entry creates credit mismatches in payee's Form 26AS; common with large vendor basesSystematic PAN verification before filing; TRACES correction statements for existing mismatches
Form 27Q Complexity for Foreign PaymentsDetermining correct TDS rate requires DTAA analysis, Tax Residency Certificate, and Form 10F for foreign vendorsFull Section 195 + DTAA analysis for each foreign payment; lower deduction certificate assistance
Late Fee Accumulation (Section 234E)Rs 200/day compounds rapidly; must be deposited before overdue return can be filed on portalTimely quarterly filing with built-in buffer; late fee computation and challan preparation for overdue periods
Annexure II Errors in Q4 Form 24QErrors in Section 80C/80D deductions, HRA exemption, or tax slab application lead to incorrect Form 16Automated Annexure II preparation from payroll data for Pune IT companies with 500+ employees

TDS Return Filing Fees in Pune

Fee ComponentAmount
Patron Accounting Professional Fees (TDS Returns)Starting from INR 999/mo (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
Form 24Q Filing (up to 50 employees)Rs 3,000 - Rs 8,000/quarter (including Annexure II for Q4)
Form 24Q Filing (51-500 employees)Rs 8,000 - Rs 25,000/quarter (payroll integration)
Form 26Q FilingRs 3,000 - Rs 15,000/quarter (based on deductee count)
Form 27Q FilingRs 5,000 - Rs 20,000/quarter (DTAA analysis included)
Monthly TDS Deposit ManagementRs 2,000 - Rs 8,000/month (Challan 281 by 7th)
Form 16 Generation + DistributionRs 50 - Rs 150/employee (annual; from TRACES)
TRACES Correction StatementRs 2,000 - Rs 8,000 per correction filing
Government FeeNil for TDS return filing. Late fee: Section 234E (Rs 200/day)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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TDS Return Filing Due Dates (FY 2025-26)

StageEstimated Timeline
Q1 (April - June 2025)TDS Return: 31st July 2025 | TDS Deposit: 7th of following month
Q2 (July - September 2025)TDS Return: 31st October 2025 | TDS Deposit: 7th of following month
Q3 (October - December 2025)TDS Return: 31st January 2026 | TDS Deposit: 7th of following month
Q4 (January - March 2026)TDS Return: 31st May 2026 | TDS Deposit: 7th (30th April for March)
Form 16 (Salary Certificate)15th June 2026 (following FY end)
Form 16A (Non-Salary Certificate)15 days from TDS return due date for each quarter

Pune Processing Note: The TDS Circle, Pune under CIT Pune-1/2/3 handles default notices and penalty proceedings. Patron represents Pune deductors in all Section 201 and Section 271H proceedings from its Wagholi office. TDS deposit by 7th has no grace period - even a single day's delay triggers 1.5% monthly interest under Section 201(1A). Patron deposits all client challans by the 5th to eliminate deadline risk.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Patron for TDS Returns in Pune

Pune Office at Wagholi

Serving employers and businesses across Hinjewadi, Kharadi, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan MIDC, Baner, Magarpatta, and all Pune locations.

All-Form Coverage

Unified 24Q + 26Q + 27Q + 27EQ filing from a single service point - eliminating inter-form mismatches and ensuring consistent challan-return reconciliation.

TRACES Expertise

Correction statements, Form 26AS mismatch resolution, and Form 16/16A generation with deep TRACES portal knowledge. Proactive credit reconciliation for payees.

TDS Circle Representation

Direct representation before TDS Circle, Pune under CIT Pune-1/2/3 for Section 201 defaults, Section 271H penalties, and assessment proceedings.

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Patron vs Local Tax Consultants in Pune

FactorPatron AccountingTypical Local Consultant
All TDS Forms24Q + 26Q + 27Q + 27EQ unifiedOnly 24Q or 26Q
DTAA / Form 27QFull Section 195 + DTAA analysisNot handled
TRACES CorrectionsExpert correction filingRefers to CA
TDS Circle RepresentationDirect at Pune officeRefers to lawyer
Form 16 GenerationAutomated from TRACES for all employeesManual
IT + ManufacturingBoth sectors from single pointOne sector only

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Legal & Compliance Framework for TDS Returns

Chapter XVII-B, Income Tax Act 1961: TDS provisions covering Sections 192 to 206C.

Section 200: Duty to deposit TDS and file quarterly returns. Rule 31A prescribes forms and due dates.

Section 192: TDS on salary - employer deducts based on estimated annual income and applicable slab rates.

Section 194C/194J: TDS on contractors (1%/2%) and professional fees (10%). Threshold Rs 30,000/year.

Section 195: TDS on payments to non-residents - rates per IT Act or DTAA, whichever more beneficial.

Section 201: Consequences of non-deduction/non-deposit - deductor treated as assessee in default; interest 1%/1.5% per month.

Section 234E: Late fee Rs 200/day from due date; max = TDS amount for the quarter.

Section 271H: Penalty Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,00,000 for late/incorrect returns. Not levied if filed within 1 year with tax deposited.

Section 206AA: Higher TDS (20%) if payee does not furnish PAN.

Portal: Income Tax e-Filing - incometax.gov.in

TDS Authority Pune: TDS Circle under CIT Pune-1, CIT Pune-2, CIT Pune-3. Aaykar Bhawan, Pune.

FAQs - TDS Returns in Pune

Common questions about TDS return forms, due dates, penalties, deposits, and Form 16 compliance in Pune

Quick Answers

What are TDS returns? Quarterly statements (Form 24Q/26Q/27Q/27EQ) reporting tax deducted at source. Filed on Income Tax e-Filing Portal. Due: 31 Jul/Oct/Jan/May.

Pune mein TDS return kaise file karein? NSDL RPU se return prepare karein, FVU se validate karein, incometax.gov.in par upload karein. TDS 7 tarikh tak deposit karein. Patron Pune office se sab handle karta hai.

What is Section 234E? Late fee of Rs 200/day for delayed TDS return filing. Maximum = TDS amount for the quarter. Must be paid before filing the overdue return.

Do Not Miss Your Quarterly TDS Filing Deadlines

TDS returns are due quarterly - Q4 (Jan-Mar 2026) will be due by 31st May 2026. Monthly TDS deposits must reach the government by the 7th of every month - there is no grace period. Late filing attracts Section 234E fee at Rs 200/day (capped at TDS amount) plus Section 271H penalty of Rs 10,000 to Rs 1,00,000.

The TDS Circle, Pune under CIT Pune-1/2/3 is actively issuing Section 201 default notices. Form 16 must be issued to employees by 15th June 2026. TRACES corrections must be filed promptly to avoid 26AS credit issues for payees.

Get Expert TDS Return Filing Support in Pune

TDS return filing in Pune is a high-volume, high-precision compliance obligation for every employer, business, and individual making payments subject to tax deduction at source. From IT companies in Hinjewadi filing Form 24Q for thousands of employees to manufacturing units in Pimpri-Chinchwad managing TDS on transport and technical services, Pune's TDS ecosystem demands quarterly discipline and monthly deposit rigor.

Patron Accounting, with its Pune office at RTC Silver, Wagholi, provides unified TDS return filing across all four forms, monthly deposit management, TRACES correction expertise, Form 16/16A generation, and TDS Circle representation.

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Content Created: 23 March 2026  |  Last Updated:  |  Next Review: September 2026  |  Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

This page on TDS Returns in Pune is reviewed semi-annually. Content covers Income Tax Act 1961 Chapter XVII-B, Section 192/194C/194J/195, Section 234E late fee, Section 271H penalty, Section 201 default, TRACES correction statements, Form 16/16A, and TDS Circle Pune jurisdiction under CIT Pune-1/2/3. Freshness Tier 1.

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