TAN Registration (Tax Deduction Account Number)
Obtain your 10-digit alphanumeric TAN to legally deduct TDS from salaries, rent, and vendor payments. Mandatory for all corporate entities.
Overview
The Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) is a unique 10-digit alphanumeric code issued by the Income Tax Department. Under Section 203A of the Income Tax Act, it is mandatory for every person/business who is liable to deduct Tax at Source (TDS) or collect Tax at Source (TCS) to obtain a TAN. Without a TAN, you cannot deposit the deducted tax into the government treasury, nor can you file the quarterly TDS returns. It is required for companies, LLPs, NGOs, and large proprietorships.
What is Included in Our Package
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Entity Proofs
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
- PAN Card of the Company / Firm
Authorized Signatory Proofs
- PAN Card and Aadhaar Card of the Director / Partner
- Digital Signature (DSC) (If filing online without physical paperwork)
Step-by-Step Registration Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: Application Preparation
We collate your business details and select the correct Assessing Officer (AO) code based on your jurisdiction.
Step 2: Filing Form 49B
We submit Form 49B on the NSDL portal and digitally sign it using the authorized signatory’s DSC.
Step 3: Verification
The IT department verifies the PAN details to ensure no duplicate TAN exists for the entity.
Step 4: Allotment
The TAN allotment letter is generated and emailed to you within 3-5 working days.
Key Advantages of TAN Registration
TAN is the mandatory backbone for all TDS operations in your business.
Legal Compliance
Failure to apply for a TAN or failing to quote it in TDS returns and challans attracts a flat penalty of Rs. 10,000 under Section 272BB.
Issue TDS Certificates
You need a TAN to generate and issue Form 16 (for employees) or Form 16A (for vendors), allowing them to claim tax credit.
Essential for Businesses
Required if you are paying salaries above the exemption limit, paying rent over Rs. 2.4 Lakhs/year, or paying professional fees over Rs. 30,000/year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Do I need a separate TAN for TCS and TDS?▼
No. A single TAN serves both purposes. You can use the same 10-digit number to deposit Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) as well as Tax Collected at Source (TCS).
Do individuals/proprietors need a TAN?▼
Individuals and HUFs are required to obtain a TAN only if their accounts are subject to a tax audit (turnover > Rs. 1 Crore in business). However, for purchasing property (TDS u/s 194-IA) or paying massive rent (TDS u/s 194-IB), individuals can use their PAN instead of getting a TAN.
Can I have multiple TANs?▼
It is illegal to hold more than one TAN for the same entity name. However, a company can have separate TANs for its different branches/divisions.
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