TDS Finder

TDS / TCS Section Code Finder

Top 28 Most-Used Codes · Built-in Calculator · Old IT Act 1961 ↔ New IT Act 2025 Mapping · Updated FY 2025-26 & 2026-27

A Free Compliance Tool by B.A. Bedawala & Co., Chartered Accountants, Ahmedabad — Curated for accountants, tax professionals & deductors managing TDS/TCS compliance under Income Tax Act 2025

28 Most-Used Codes
FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
Old & New Act Mapping
Built-in Calculator
✅ What this tool covers: Top 28 most-used TDS/TCS codes covering 95%+ of routine compliance — Old Section (IT Act 1961) mapped with New Code (IT Act 2025), applicable rates, thresholds, due dates, and built-in calculator. Includes step-by-step e-Pay Tax payment guide for the new payment system effective 1-Apr-2026.

💡 Tip: Search auto-detects whether you typed an old section (194C) or new code (1005). Try also "professional", "rent", "TCS", or "transporter".

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🆕 Recent Rate Changes & Amendments

Stay Updated: Major changes to TDS/TCS provisions from Finance Act 2024, Finance Act 2025, and the upcoming transition to Income Tax Act 2025.

🚀 From 1-Apr-2026 (Income Tax Act 2025 — MAJOR TRANSITION)

  • Effective 1-Apr-2026 CRITICAL
    New Payment Code System (1001-1092): All TDS/TCS challans, returns, and certificates must use 4-digit numeric codes instead of section numbers. Old section like "194C" replaced by code "1005" (Ind/HUF) or "1006" (Others). Wrong code = system rejection.
  • Effective 1-Apr-2026 CONSOLIDATION
    Sections 192-194T → Section 392 + 393: All TDS provisions consolidated into 2 sections with table-driven approach. Section 392 = Salary; Section 393 = Non-salary; Section 394 = TCS.
  • Effective 1-Apr-2026 FORMS
    New Return Forms: Form 24Q→139, Form 26Q→140, Form 27EQ→143, Form 27Q→144. Form 16A→Form 131. Form 26AS→Form 168.

📅 From 1-Apr-2025 (Finance Act 2025)

  • 1-Apr-2025 REPEALED
    Section 206C(1H) — TCS on Sale of Goods REPEALED: TCS @ 0.1% on sale > Rs 50L abolished. Section 194Q (TDS by buyer) continues. End of double compliance burden.
  • 1-Apr-2026RATE INCREASE
    TCS on Sale of Scrap RAISED to 2%: Code 1073 (Section 206C(1) → 394(1)[Sl.4]) — rate increased from 1% to 2% by Finance Act 2026. Affects all scrap dealers, manufacturing units selling industrial scrap.
  • 1-Apr-2025 NEW
    Section 194T NEW — Partner Remuneration: 10% TDS on salary, remuneration, commission, bonus, or interest paid by Firm/LLP to partners if aggregate > Rs 20,000 per FY. Previously NO TDS applied.
  • 1-Apr-2025 THRESHOLD
    Section 194I Threshold Raised: Rent TDS threshold raised from Rs 2.4L to Rs 6L per year (Rs 50,000/month). Big relief for small landlords.
  • 1-Apr-2025 THRESHOLD
    Section 194J Threshold Raised: Professional/Technical fees threshold raised from Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000.
  • 1-Apr-2025 THRESHOLD
    Section 194A Senior Citizen Threshold: Bank interest threshold for senior citizens raised to Rs 1,00,000 (from Rs 50,000). Other persons: Rs 50,000.
  • 1-Apr-2025 THRESHOLD
    Section 194B/194BB Per-Transaction Threshold: Lottery/horse race winnings TDS now applies at Rs 10,000 per transaction (no aggregation).

📅 From 1-Oct-2024 (Finance Act 2024)

  • 1-Oct-2024 RATE CUT
    Section 194D, 194DA, 194G, 194H, 194IB, 194O — Rate Reductions:
    • 194D Insurance Commission (Ind): 5% → 2%
    • 194DA Life Insurance Maturity: 5% → 2%
    • 194G Lottery Commission: 5% → 2%
    • 194H Brokerage/Commission: 5% → 2%
    • 194IB Rent (Ind/HUF): 5% → 2%
    • 194O E-commerce: 1% → 0.1%

📅 TDS Payment Due Date Calculator

Late deposit attracts interest @ 1.5% per month under Section 201(1A) from date deduction was due till date of actual deposit.

Quick Rules

  • General Rule: 7th of next month (e.g., TDS deducted in May → Pay by 7th June)
  • March Special: 30th April (extended due date for March deductions)
  • Property TDS (Forms 26QB/26QC/26QD/26QE): 30 days from end of month of deduction
  • Quarterly Return Filing: 31st July (Q1), 31st October (Q2), 31st January (Q3), 31st May (Q4)

Calculate Your Due Date

🧾 Income Tax Challan Reference

Use the right challan: Wrong challan = payment misallocation = compliance issues. Use ITNS-281 for ALL TDS/TCS payments.
281
ITNS-281
For ALL TDS & TCS payments by company & non-company deductors. Most commonly used.
280
ITNS-280
Advance Tax, Self-Assessment Tax, Tax on Regular Assessment for Income Tax payments.
282
ITNS-282
Securities Transaction Tax (STT), Hotel Receipts Tax, Estate Duty, Wealth Tax.
283
ITNS-283
Banking Cash Transaction Tax (BCTT) and Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT).
26QB
Form 26QB
Challan-cum-statement for TDS u/s 194IA on property purchase > Rs 50L.
26QC
Form 26QC
Challan-cum-statement for TDS u/s 194IB on rent > Rs 50,000/month by Ind/HUF.
26QD
Form 26QD
Challan-cum-statement for TDS u/s 194M on contractor/professional payments > Rs 50L.
26QE
Form 26QE
Challan-cum-statement for TDS u/s 194S on Virtual Digital Assets (Crypto) transfer.
📌 Important: All TDS/TCS payments are deposited online via NSDL/Protean portal or net banking. Keep BSR Code, Challan Serial Number, and Date of Payment ready for filing returns.

📊 Form 26AS / Form 168 Verification Helper

What is Form 26AS? Annual Tax Statement showing all TDS, TCS, advance tax, self-assessment tax credited to your PAN. From AY 2027-28, replaced by Form 168 under Income Tax Act 2025.

How to Check Your Form 26AS / 168

  1. Go to incometax.gov.in and login with your PAN credentials.
  2. Navigate to 'e-File''Income Tax Returns''View Form 26AS'.
  3. Click on 'Confirm' to be redirected to TRACES portal.
  4. Select Assessment Year and click 'View / Download'.
  5. Choose between HTML view (online) or PDF download with password (your DOB in DDMMYYYY format).

Common Mismatches & Resolution

  • Mismatch: TDS Not Reflected COMMON
    Cause: Deductor has not filed quarterly return OR filed with wrong PAN.
    Action: Contact deductor with TDS certificate. Ask them to file/correct quarterly return. Allow 7-15 days for reflection.
  • Mismatch: Wrong PAN COMMON
    Cause: Deductor mentioned wrong PAN in return.
    Action: Request deductor to file correction return with right PAN. Cannot be rectified by deductee directly.
  • Mismatch: Lower Amount COMMON
    Cause: Deductor reported lower TDS than actually deducted, or PAN inactive (TDS @ 20% u/s 206AA).
    Action: Verify with TDS certificate. Request correction return. Link Aadhaar with PAN if not already done.
  • Mismatch: Excess Amount RARE
    Cause: Wrong PAN of someone else credited to yours.
    Action: Identify deductor, request correction. May lead to mismatch in your return — claim only actual TDS.
📌 Pro Tip: Always download Form 26AS BEFORE filing your ITR. Reconcile with your TDS certificates (Form 16/16A/16B/16C). Discrepancies cause refund delays or notices u/s 143(1).

💳 How to Make TDS / TCS Payment Under New Act 2025 — Step-by-Step Guide

For payments from 1-Apr-2026: All TDS/TCS challans for transactions under Income Tax Act 2025 must be made via the e-Filing Portal selecting "Income-tax Act, 2025" option. Old Act 1961 challans continue for transactions before 31-Mar-2026.

📍 Step 1: Login to e-Filing Portal & Select Applicable Act

Visit incometax.gov.in → e-Pay Tax → Select "Income-tax Act, 2025" for transactions from 1-Apr-2026 onwards (including Advance Tax for TY 2026-27 and Form 141 challan-cum-statement under Section 393(1)).
  • Choose "Income-tax Act, 2025" if your TDS deduction date is on/after 1-Apr-2026
  • Choose "Income-tax Act, 1961" if your TDS deduction date is on/before 31-Mar-2026 (for old years like AY 2026-27 or earlier, Self-Assessment Tax, Equalization Levy, Black Money payments)

📍 Step 2: Enter TAN & Tax Year — Choose Payment Type

  • Enter your TAN (Tax Deduction & Collection Account Number)
  • Select Tax Year: 2026-27 (or as applicable)
  • Click "Pay TDS/TCS" tile (covers Section 392, 393(1), 393(2), 393(3), 394(1))
  • Other tiles: "Pay Fee" (Appeal/Compounding), "Miscellaneous" (e-DRS Application Fee Form 119)

📍 Step 3: Configure New Payment

  • Type of Payment (Minor Head): Auto-selected as "TDS/TCS Payable by Taxpayer (200)"
  • Tax Applicable (Major Head): Choose:
    • 0021 — Other than Company Deductee(s) (Income Tax) — for Individual/HUF/Firm/LLP/AOP deductees
    • 0020 — Company Deductee(s) (Corporation Tax) — when paying TDS for company deductees
  • Residential Status: Select Resident or Non-Resident Deductee(s)
    • ⚠️ Separate challans needed for Resident vs Non-Resident deductees
    • ⚠️ Separate challans needed for Corporate vs Non-Corporate deductees

📍 Step 4: Select Section Code(s) from Dropdown

Important: Click "Description" dropdown and search by:
  • Code number (e.g., type "1006" → "Commission or brokerage - others")
  • Section number (e.g., type "194H" → finds Code 1006)
  • Nature of payment (e.g., type "rent" → shows codes 1008, 1009)

Examples from the dropdown list:

  • Payment of accumulated balance due to an employee — 392(7) — Code 1004
  • Commission or brokerage - insurance — 393(1) [Sl. No. 1(i)] — Code 1005
  • Commission or brokerage - others — 393(1) [Sl. No. 1(ii)] — Code 1006
  • Rent on machinery etc. — specified person — 393(1) [Sl. No. 2(ii).D(a)] — Code 1008
  • Rent other than machinery etc. — specified person — 393(1) [Sl. No. 2(ii).D(b)] — Code 1009

📍 Step 5: Enter Amount Section-Wise

  • (a) Tax: Enter actual TDS amount (e.g., Rs. 1,000)
  • (b) Surcharge: Usually Rs. 0 for resident TDS (applicable for high-income surcharge cases)
  • (c) Education Cess: Usually Rs. 0 (cess is included in slab rates for salary; no separate cess for non-salary TDS)
  • Total (a+b+c): Auto-calculated. Click "Add" to confirm

📍 Step 6: Review & Add More Sections (If Needed)

You can club multiple section codes in ONE challan — up to 20 codes per challan for the same Major Head + Residential Status combination. This is a major efficiency improvement under the new system.

Verify the section-wise summary table:

S.No Description Section Code Tax (a)
1 Commission or brokerage - others 393(1) [Sl. No. 1(ii)] 1006 1,000
2 Sale of Scrap 394(1) [Sl. No. 4] 1073 500
Total (in Rs.): 1,500

🚦 Critical Rules to Remember

  1. One Challan Limit: Maximum 20 section codes per challan. If more, file additional challan.
  2. Separate Challans: Required for (a) Corporate vs Non-Corporate deductees, (b) Resident vs Non-Resident deductees.
  3. Verify PAN Status: Use "Verify PAN Status" option under Quick Links before payment. If PAN inoperative, higher TDS/TCS rates apply per Section 397(2).
  4. Old vs New Act: If TDS deduction date ≤ 31-Mar-2026 → use Old Act (Challan 281 with old codes). If deduction date ≥ 1-Apr-2026 → use New Act (e-Pay Tax with codes 1001-1092).
  5. March TDS: Deposit by 30th April. March TCS: Deposit by 7th April.
  6. Property TDS (194IA): No section code needed — uses Form 26QB challan-cum-statement directly.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:
  • Mixing Resident and Non-Resident deductees in one challan
  • Mixing Corporate (0020) and Non-Corporate (0021) deductees in one challan
  • Using old Section 194 numbers (194C, 194J, 192) in new-Act challans — these will be rejected
  • Wrong code selection: 194J Professional (1027 @ 10%) vs Technical (1026 @ 2%) — under-deduction notice
  • Wrong code selection: 194C Ind/HUF (1023 @ 1%) vs Others (1024 @ 2%) — short-deduction issues
  • Choosing Major Head 0020 when deductee is firm/LLP/individual (should be 0021)
📌 Codes intentionally not included: 1004 (EPF Premature Withdrawal — Section 192A) and 1011 (Joint Development Agreement — Section 194IC) excluded as not commonly used in routine practice. Visit e-Filing Portal for the complete dropdown list.

💳 How to Make TDS/TCS Payment under Income Tax Act 2025

Effective 1-Apr-2026: TDS/TCS payments for Tax Year 2026-27 onwards must be made under Income Tax Act 2025. Use Form 141 (Challan-cum-statement) for property/rent/contractor TDS by Ind/HUF. The official e-Filing portal at incometax.gov.in has been updated with new section codes.

Step-by-Step Payment Process

STEP 1 Login to e-Filing Portal & Select Act

Login to incometax.gov.in with your TAN credentials. Navigate to e-Pay Tax. Select Applicable Income Tax Act:

  • Income-tax Act, 2025 — For Tax Year 2026-27 onwards (including Advance Tax + Form 141 challan-cum-statement of TDS u/s 393(1))
  • Income-tax Act, 1961 — For AY 2026-27 or earlier (Self-Assessment, Equalisation Levy, Black Money payments)

STEP 2 Select Tax Year & Payment Type

TAN auto-populated. Select Tax Year: 2026-27. Three payment options appear:

  • Pay TDS/TCS — Section 392, 393(1), 393(2), 393(3), 394(1) [USE THIS]
  • Pay Fee [Other Receipts (500)] — Appeal Fee & Compounding Charges
  • Miscellaneous Receipts — Application Fee for e-DRS u/s 379 (Form 119)
Click Proceed on "Pay TDS/TCS".

STEP 3 Select Tax Applicable & Residential Status

Type of Payment (Minor Head): TDS/TCS Payable by Taxpayer (200) — auto-selected.

Tax Applicable (Major Head): Choose based on deductee:

  • (0021) — Other than Company Deductee(s) — Income Tax
  • (0020) — Company Deductee(s) — Corporation Tax
Residential Status: Resident Deductee(s) OR Non-Resident Deductee(s).

⚠️ Important: Separate challans required for each combination of deductee type AND residential status. Up to 20 section codes can be selected per challan.

STEP 4 Select Section Code from Dropdown

In TDS/TCS Section-Wise Payment Details, click "Description" dropdown. Type to search or scroll. Examples available:

  • Commission or brokerage - insurance - 393(1) [Sl. No. 1(i)] - 1005
  • Commission or brokerage - others - 393(1) [Sl. No. 1(ii)] - 1006
  • Rent on machinery - specified person - 393(1) [Sl. No. 2(ii).D(a)] - 1008
  • Rent other than machinery - 393(1) [Sl. No. 2(ii).D(b)] - 1009
  • Use the search above to find the correct code BEFORE coming to portal.

STEP 5 Enter Tax / Surcharge / Cess Amount

For each selected section code, enter:

  • (a) Tax — Principal TDS/TCS amount (e.g., Rs. 1,000)
  • (b) Surcharge — If applicable (typically 0 for most TDS)
  • (c) Education Cess — If applicable (typically 0)
Total (a + b + c) auto-calculated. Click Add to save this section's entry.

STEP 6 Review & Submit Multiple Sections

Repeat Steps 4-5 to add more sections (up to 20 codes per challan). Verify the consolidated table:

  • Each row shows: Description / Section / Code / Tax / Surcharge / Cess
  • Example consolidated entry: Code 1006 (Rs. 1,000) + Code 1073 (Rs. 500) = Total Rs. 1,500
  • Edit / Delete options available for each row
  • Click Continue to proceed to payment gateway
✓ Single challan can cover multiple TDS sections. Saves time vs filing 20 separate challans.

Important Notes & Cautions

  • Old Challan vs New Challan: For payments / credits made up to 31-Mar-2026, use OLD Challan No. 281 with section numbers (194C, 194J, etc.). For payments / credits on or after 1-Apr-2026, use NEW Challan with payment codes (1023, 1027, etc.).
  • Payment date determines applicable Act: The TDS obligation crystallises on date of payment/credit to payee. So a March 28 contractor payment → uses Old Act / Section 194C even if challan deposited on 7-Apr-2026.
  • PAN Verification: Use "Verify PAN Status" under Quick Links. If PAN inoperative, higher TCS/TDS rates apply per Section 397(2) of new Act.
  • Multiple section codes: Up to 20 codes per challan. If > 20, file additional challan.
  • Save BSR + Challan Number + Date: Required for filing quarterly returns (Forms 138, 140, 143, 144).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between TDS and TCS?
TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is deducted by the payer from the amount payable to the recipient before making payment (e.g., employer deducts from salary, company deducts from contractor payment).

TCS (Tax Collected at Source) is collected by the seller from the buyer at the time of sale (e.g., scrap dealer collects 1% TCS from buyer, motor vehicle dealer collects 1% TCS on cars > Rs 10L).

Both are tax credits that the deductee/buyer can claim while filing their ITR. Both fall under Chapter XVII of Income Tax Act 1961 (now Section 393/394 of IT Act 2025).
What are the new payment codes 1001-1092?
From 1-Apr-2026, all TDS/TCS challans must use 4-digit numeric payment codes instead of section numbers:
  • Codes 1001-1004: Salary TDS (under Section 392) — Form 138
  • Codes 1005-1067: Non-Salary TDS to Residents (under Section 393(1)) — Form 140
  • Codes 1039-1057: TDS to Non-Residents (under Section 393(2)) — Form 144
  • Codes 1068-1092: TCS (under Section 394) — Form 143
Example: Old Section 194C → Code 1005 (Ind/HUF) or 1006 (Others). Old Section 194J → Code 1027 (Professional, 10%) or 1026 (Technical, 2%).
How do I make TDS/TCS payment under new Act 2025?
Process for transactions from 1-Apr-2026:
  1. Visit incometax.gov.in → click e-Pay Tax
  2. Select "Income-tax Act, 2025" (highlighted option)
  3. Enter TAN and select Tax Year 2026-27
  4. Click "Pay TDS/TCS" tile (covers Sections 392, 393(1)(2)(3), 394(1))
  5. Choose Major Head: 0021 (non-company) or 0020 (company deductees)
  6. Select Residential Status (Resident / Non-Resident) — separate challans required
  7. From Description dropdown, search by code (e.g., "1006") or section (e.g., "194H") or nature (e.g., "commission")
  8. Enter Tax + Surcharge + Cess amounts
  9. Click "Add" — repeat for multiple sections (up to 20 codes per challan)
  10. Review summary & proceed to net banking payment
See the detailed step-by-step Payment Guide section above for the complete walkthrough.
What happens if I deduct TDS but don't deposit it on time?
Consequences of late deposit:
  • Interest u/s 201(1A): 1.5% per month from date of deduction till actual deposit
  • Disallowance u/s 40(a)(ia): 30% of expense disallowed in computation of business income
  • Penalty u/s 271C: Up to 100% of TDS amount
  • Prosecution u/s 276B: Imprisonment 3 months to 7 years (in serious cases)
  • Late Filing Fee u/s 234E: Rs 200/day for late filing of TDS return
Always deposit by due date (7th of next month, or 30th April for March deductions) to avoid these consequences.
What is Section 206AA — higher TDS rate for no PAN?
Section 206AA mandates higher TDS deduction if the deductee fails to provide a valid PAN. The rate is the highest of:
  1. Rate prescribed in the relevant section
  2. Rate or rates in force
  3. 20% (or 5% for Section 194Q purchase of goods)
Practical impact: A vendor without PAN faces 20% TDS even on payments where regular rate is 1% or 2%. Always validate PAN at vendor onboarding to avoid disputes and excess deduction.
How do I migrate from old section codes to new payment codes?
Migration checklist for 1-Apr-2026 transition:
  1. Update vendor master: Add a new column for payment code (1001-1092) alongside existing section codes
  2. Cutoff rule: Earlier of credit/payment up to 31-Mar-2026 → use OLD section codes. From 1-Apr-2026 onwards → use NEW payment codes.
  3. Reconfigure ERP/accounting software: Mapping logic for both legacy and new codes
  4. Update return templates: Form 138/140/143/144 instead of 24Q/26Q/27EQ/27Q
  5. Train accounts team: New codes structure, Form 16A → Form 131 changes
  6. Test before go-live: File a sample return in new format before 1-Apr-2026
Common pitfall: Using old section "194C" in challans on/after 1-Apr-2026 will cause system rejection.
How to make TDS payment under Income Tax Act 2025 from 1-Apr-2026?
From 1-Apr-2026, TDS payments for Tax Year 2026-27 are made via the e-Filing portal (incometax.gov.in) with these steps:
  1. Login to e-Filing portal → Navigate to e-Pay Tax
  2. Select Income-tax Act, 2025 radio button
  3. Confirm TAN, select Tax Year 2026-27
  4. Click Proceed on "Pay TDS/TCS" tile
  5. Select Major Head: 0021 (Other than Company) or 0020 (Company)
  6. Select Residential Status: Resident or Non-Resident (separate challans for each)
  7. In Section-Wise Payment Details, select section code from dropdown (e.g., "Commission or brokerage - others - 1006")
  8. Enter Tax / Surcharge / Cess amounts → Click Add
  9. Repeat for additional sections (up to 20 per challan)
  10. Click Continue → Pay via Net Banking / NEFT / RTGS
See the detailed Payment Process section above for the complete walkthrough.
What is the difference between Major Head 0020 and 0021?
When making TDS/TCS payment, you must select the correct Major Head based on the deductee's nature:
  • (0020) — Company Deductee(s) — Corporation Tax: Use when TDS deducted from a Company / Corporation. The challan goes to corporate tax account.
  • (0021) — Other than Company — Income Tax: Use when TDS deducted from Individual, HUF, Firm, LLP, Trust, AOP, BOI, etc. The challan goes to income tax account.
Critical: Separate challans must be prepared for each major head. You CANNOT mix corporate and non-corporate deductees in one challan. Wrong major head = challan misallocation = compliance issues.
What is the role of B.A. Bedawala & Co. in TDS compliance?
We provide end-to-end TDS/TCS support:
  • Quarterly Returns: Form 24Q/26Q/27EQ/27Q filing & corrections
  • Lower Deduction Certificates: Form 13 application u/s 197
  • Defaults Rectification: Short deduction, late deposit, late filing notices
  • TRACES Reconciliation: Form 26AS / Form 168 vs books
  • Transition to IT Act 2025: Vendor master migration, code mapping, training
  • Property TDS: Form 26QB/26QC/26QD/26QE compliance
  • NRI TDS: Form 15CA/15CB, DTAA benefit, Form 13 applications
  • TDS Refund: Excess TDS deducted/deposited refund applications

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This tool provides general information based on Income Tax Act 1961, Income Tax Act 2025, Finance Act 2024, Finance Act 2025, and CBDT notifications. The rates and thresholds shown are based on provisions known at the time of preparation (last updated: ). Actual applicability depends on case-specific facts including residential status, PAN status, payment thresholds, and any lower deduction certificates obtained. This tool does NOT constitute professional advice. Always consult a qualified Chartered Accountant or Tax Practitioner before relying on these rates for compliance. Verify the latest position from CBDT website (incometax.gov.in) before filing returns.