TDS and TCS due dates
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Updated 03 Oct 2026
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Every deposit, return and certificate deadline in one place.
4 sections
Deposit
| Tax | Due date |
|---|---|
| TDS / TCS for April to February | 7th of the next month |
| TDS for March | 30 April |
| TCS for March | 7 April |
| TDS on property purchase, rent by individuals (Form 141) | 30 days from end of the month of deduction |
Quarterly returns
| Quarter | TDS return (Forms 138, 140, 144) | TCS return (Form 143) |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 April–June | 31 July | 15 July |
| Q2 July–September | 31 October | 15 October |
| Q3 October–December | 31 January | 15 January |
| Q4 January–March | 31 May | 15 May |
Certificates
| Certificate | Old name | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Form 130 (salary) | Form 16 | 15 June after the tax year |
| Form 131 (non-salary) | Form 16A | 15 days after the quarterly return due date |
| Form 133 (TCS) | Form 27D | 15 days after the quarterly TCS return due date |
Tip
Keep the 7th as a fixed monthly task in your calendar. A day's delay costs a full month of interest (see "Interest and fees for late TDS").
Law as of September 2026. Verify against the latest notifications before relying on it for filings.
Sources
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