25 January 2011
I HAVE SUBMITTED THE TDS PAPER RETURN HAVING MORE THAN 20 DEDUCTEES OUT OF WHICH PAN OF 16 DEDUCTEES WERE NOT MATCH WITH ITD DATABASE, NOW I WANT TO CANCEL THE ABOVE MENTION RETURN. AND WANT TO FILL IN REGULAR E-TDS RETURN. PLEASE GUIDE ME
10 August 2024
To cancel a TDS regular paper return and switch to filing a regular e-TDS return, you need to follow a specific procedure. The process involves filing a revised TDS return and ensuring that your data is corrected. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
### Steps to Cancel a TDS Paper Return and File an E-TDS Return
1. **Prepare for Cancellation:** - **Identify the Issue:** Verify the discrepancies in PANs and any other issues in the paper return that need correction. - **Collect Details:** Gather details of the original paper return, including the acknowledgment number, period, and other relevant information.
2. **File a Revised Paper Return:** - **Obtain the Original Return Details:** Make sure you have a copy of the original TDS paper return that was filed. - **Prepare the Revised Return:** Correct the errors in the original TDS paper return. Use the corrected PAN details and ensure that all information is accurate. - **File a Revised Return:** Submit the revised paper return to the TDS Assessing Officer (AO) at your local tax office. Clearly mark it as a “Revised Return” and provide a reason for the revision.
3. **Switch to E-TDS Filing:** - **Download E-TDS Software:** Download the latest version of the TDS e-filing software (such as the NSDL or the Income Tax Department’s software) from the official website. - **Prepare the E-TDS Return:** Enter the corrected data into the e-TDS software, including all accurate PANs and other required details. - **Generate the E-TDS File:** Generate the e-TDS file (in .xml format) from the software.
4. **Upload the E-TDS Return:** - **Log in to the TRACES Portal:** Access the TRACES (TDS Reconciliation Analysis and Correction Enabling System) portal or the NSDL e-Gov portal for e-TDS filing. - **Upload the E-TDS File:** Upload the .xml file generated from the e-TDS software. - **Verify and Submit:** Follow the portal’s instructions to verify the uploaded data and submit the e-TDS return.
5. **Obtain Acknowledgment:** - **Receive Acknowledgment:** After submission, you will receive an acknowledgment receipt for the e-TDS return. Keep a copy of this receipt for your records.
6. **Track the Status:** - **Monitor Status:** Regularly check the status of your e-TDS return on the TRACES portal or the NSDL e-Gov portal to ensure that it has been processed without any issues.
### Important Points to Consider:
- **No Formal Cancellation Required:** There is no formal process to cancel a TDS paper return directly. Instead, submitting a revised return and switching to e-filing is the appropriate method. - **Revised Return:** When submitting the revised paper return, ensure it is correctly marked as “Revised” and properly filed with the TDS Assessing Officer. - **Filing Deadlines:** Adhere to the deadlines for filing revised returns and e-TDS submissions to avoid penalties and interest.
### Contacting Authorities:
- **TDS Assessing Officer:** If you need further guidance or have specific issues, contact your local TDS Assessing Officer or the Income Tax Department’s helpdesk. - **TRACES or NSDL Helpdesk:** For technical issues with e-TDS filing, contact the TRACES or NSDL helpdesk for assistance.
By following these steps, you can successfully transition from a paper TDS return to an e-TDS return and ensure that all discrepancies are corrected.