About TAN Application
Online Chartered streamlines Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) applications across Gujarat and India through our efficient digital platform. TAN is a mandatory 10-digit alphanumeric identifier required for entities deducting or collecting tax at source. Our experienced professionals handle complete documentation, verification, and submission to the Income Tax Department, ensuring accurate and timely processing. We assist businesses, institutions, and organizations with comprehensive support from application preparation to TAN certificate delivery, making regulatory compliance seamless and stress-free.
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Meaning
What is TAN?
TAN stands for Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number. The Income-tax Department issues Tax Deduction Account Number or Tax Collection Account Number. Every person is liable to deduct tax at source or collect tax at source is required to obtain TAN.
It is a unique identifier issued to anyone liable to: Deduct Tax at Source (TDS), orCollect Tax at Source (TCS).
Structure
Structure of TAN
1. First three letters
Represent the jurisdiction code of the Income Tax office where the TAN is issued.
2. Fourth letter
Corresponds to the first letter of the applicant’s name (individual or entity).
3. Next five digits:
A system-generated unique numeric identifier.
4. Last letter:
A random alphabet assigned by the system.
For example, a TAN may look like this: ABCD12345E.
Important
Why is TAN Important?
Legal Compliance:
It is mandatory to quote TAN on all TDS/TCS-related documents.
Penalty for Non-Compliance:
Not quoting a valid TAN can result in a penalty of ₹10,000.
Essential for TDS/TCS Returns:
Filing TDS/TCS statements, issuing certificates, and depositing taxes without a TAN is not possible.
Where TAN is Required
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1. TDS Statements/Returns
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2. TCS Statements/Returns
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3. Challans for Payment of TDS/TCS
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4. TDS/TCS Certificates
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5. Statement of Financial Transactions or Reportable Accounts
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6. Other Documents prescribed by the Income Tax Act.
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How to Apply for TAN?
1. Online Application Process for TAN
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1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the TIN-NSDL portal.
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2. Select TAN Services: Under the ‘Services’ dropdown menu, choose TAN
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3. Click on ‘Apply Online’: Select the option for New TAN.
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4. Choose Diductor Category: Choose the appropriate category (e.g., individual, firm, company) and click select.
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5. Fill out Form 49B: Fill out the required details in Form 49B, including personal and organizational information.
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6. Submit and Confirm: After completing the form, submit it. A confirmation screen will appear with:
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• Acknowledgement number (14-digit)
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• Applicant’s name and contact details
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• Payment information
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• Space for signature
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7. Save and Print the Acknowledgement: Save the acknowledgment and take a printout.
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8. Send Documents to NSDL: Mail the acknowledgment form, along with the required documents, to: NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited.
2. Offline Application Process for TAN
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1. Visit a TIN Facilitation Centre near you.
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2. Request Form 49B for TAN application.
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3. Fill out the form and attach the required documents.
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4. Pay the applicable fees.
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5. Submit the form and documents at the facilitation centre.