Key TDS / TCS proposed changes in Budget 2025-26

The Union Budget 2025-26 brings notable changes to tax deduction and collection processes, aimed at streamlining compliance and administrative procedures. These amendments focus on revising thresholds, removing redundant provisions, and improving tax administration efficiency for individuals and businesses. 1. Rationalization of TDS Thresholds The government has proposed adjustments to TDS threshold limits across various sections…

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TDS / TCS Compliance Reminder for January 2025

7th January 2025 – Due date for TDS / TCS payment for deductions/collections during December 2024 15th January 2025 – Due date of filing TCS Returns for Quarter 3 of Financial Year 2024-2025 30th January 2025 – Due date of issuing TCS certificates for Quarter 3 of Financial Year 2024-2025 31st January 2025 – Due…

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What is TRACES?

TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) is an online platform provided by the Income Tax Department of India. It facilitates the following services primarily related to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS): TDS  /TCS Return Filing: Enables deductors and collectors to file their TDS and TCS returns electronically…

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Budget 2024-25 | TDS / TCS – proposed changes

In the recently announced Budget on 23rd July, 2024, there are quite a few proposals related to TDS / TCS. These have been summarized in this article. Highlights: Reduction / Optimization of TDS Rates under different sections TDS on repurchase of units by Mutual Funds / UTI removed (Section 194F – omitted) TDS introduced on…

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