Tax Deduction Account Number Application
Know about TAN
TAN issued by the Income Tax Department. Tax Deduction Account Number or Tax collection Account Number is referred to as TAN. It is 10-digit alpha numeric number.
In order to be eligible to deduct TDS, an assesses must apply for a TAN. They must also provide this number in all correspondence with the Income Tax Department regarding TDS, including TDS returns and payments.
It is mandatory to mention TAN in TDS / TCS return (including any e-TDS / TCS return), any TDS / TCS payment challan and TDS/TCS certificates.
Characteristics of TAN Registration
- The Tax Department issues TAN, a 10-character alpha-numeric code, to those who are in the position of holding or collecting taxes at the source.
- TAN is valid for lifetime.
- TDS Payments: When depositing TDS in the authorized bank, the TAN must be mentioned.
- Owners of proprietorships must get TANs and, when required, deduct taxes at the source.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
The dates on which quarterly TDS returns must be filed are July 15th, October 15th, January 15th, and May 15th. There would be a penalty of Rs. 200 per day, up to the total amount of TDS for the quarter, for any delay in filing your return.
Monthly deposits of service tax payments are required from companies, societies, trusts, etc. Quarterly Service Tax payments are due from Partnership and Proprietary Firms.
A penalty of either Rs. 5000 or Rs. 200 per day, whichever is higher, may be applied if tax registration is not obtained.