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July 17, 2026
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BySteffy A
TDS and TCS Compliance Calendar August 2026: Key Due Dates
Introduction
The TDS and TCS Compliance Calendar August 2026 highlights all the important due dates for depositing tax deducted or collected in July 2026, issuing TDS certificates, and completing statutory filing requirements under the Income Tax Act, 2025. Timely compliance with TDS and TCS provisions is essential for businesses, employers, government offices, and other deductors to avoid interest, penalties, and unnecessary notices.
By following this compliance calendar, taxpayers can efficiently manage their monthly tax obligations, ensure timely reporting, and maintain accurate compliance records throughout the financial year.
Important Due Dates in the TDS and TCS Compliance Calendar August 2026
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Due Date |
Compliance |
Form |
Applicable To |
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07/08/2026 |
Deposit of TDS deducted in July 2026 | Challan ITNS 281 | Non-government deductors and government deductors depositing tax through challan |
| 07/08/2026 | Depositof TCS collected in July 2026 | Challan ITNS 281 |
Collectors required to deposit TCS through challan |
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14/08/2026 |
Issue of TDS Certificate for specified transactions | Form 132 | Deductors issuing TDS certificates for specified transactions |
| 15/08/2026 | Form 137 Filing | Form 137 |
Government offices |
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15/08/2026 |
Quarterly TDS Certificate (Non-Salary) | Form 131 | Deductors |
| 30/08/2026 | Filing of challan-cum-statement for TDS on property purchase | Form 141 |
Property buyers deducting TDS |
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30/08/2026 |
Filing of challan-cum-statement for TDS on rent | Form 141 | Individuals/HUF paying specified rent |
| 30/08/2026 | Filing of challan-cum-statement for specified payments by Individuals/HUF | Form 141 |
Individuals/HUF deducting TDS on specified payments |
Disclaimer: The above form numbers reflect the new numbering framework introduced under the Income Tax Act, 2025. Under the new framework, Form 16 has been replaced by Form 130, Form 16A by Form 131, Forms 16B, 16C, 16D, and 16E have been consolidated into Form 132, Form 24G has been replaced by Form 137, Form 24Q by Form 138, Form 26Q by Form 140, Forms 26QB, 26QC, 26QD, and 26QE have been consolidated into Form 141, Form 27EQ by Form 143, Form 27Q by Form 144, and Form 27D by Form 148.
Penalties and Consequences of Non-Compliance under TDS and TCS
Failing to comply with TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and TCS (Tax Collected at Source) provisions under the Income Tax Act, 2025 can result in interest, late fees, penalties, and prosecution in certain cases. Timely payment, filing of statements, and issuance of TDS/TCS certificates are essential to avoid unnecessary financial and legal consequences.
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Non-Compliance |
Consequence/Penalty |
Penalty Amount |
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Failure to deduct TDS |
Interest for non-deduction of TDS |
1% per month or part thereof from the date on which tax was deductible until the date it is deducted. |
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Failure to deposit TDS after deduction |
Interest for late payment |
1.5% per month or part thereof from the date of deduction until the date of deposit. |
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Delay in depositing TCS |
Interest on late payment |
1% per month or part thereof from the date the tax was collectible until the date of payment. |
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Late filing of TDS/TCS statement |
Late filing fee | ₹200 per day of delay, subject to the amount of TDS/TCS deductible or collectible. |
| Failure to file TDS/TCS statement or filing incorrect information | Penalty under the Income Tax Act |
₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000, depending on the nature of the default. |
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Failure to issue TDS Certificate (Form 131/Form 132) within the prescribed time |
Penalty for delay in issuing certificate |
₹100 per day per certificate until the default continues, subject to the applicable provisions. |
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Failure to deduct or pay TDS |
Dis-allowance of business expenditure |
Up to 30% of the corresponding expenditure may be disallowed while computing business income, subject to applicable provisions. |
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Willful failure to deposit TDS with the Government |
Prosecution |
Rigorous imprisonment ranging from 3 months to 7 years, along with a fine, depending on the nature of the offence. |
Note: The above penalties are based on the applicable provisions governing TDS/TCS compliance. While the Income Tax Act, 2025 has introduced a new form numbering framework (e.g., Form 131, Form 132, Form 141), taxpayers should verify whether any penalty provisions or amounts have been amended through notifications or rules before relying on them for compliance.
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Conclusion
Staying compliant with the TDS and TCS Compliance Calendar August 2026 is essential for avoiding unnecessary interest, penalties, and reporting errors. Timely tax payments, accurate statutory filings, and proper issuance of TDS certificates not only ensure legal compliance but also facilitate seamless tax credit for deductees.
To simplify compliance planning, refer to our Compliance Calendar August 2026, where you’ll find all important due dates for GST, Income Tax, TDS and TCS, PF, ESI, LLP, OPC, and Company compliances in a single, easy-to-follow resource.
Suggested Reads:
Income Tax Compliance Calendar August 2026
TDS and TCS compliance Calendar July 2026
PF and EPF compliance Calendar August 2026
GST compliance Calendar August 2026
OPC Compliance Calendar August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. If TDS is deducted in July 2026 but the corresponding expense is booked in August 2026, which month's due date applies for depositing TDS?
The due date is determined based on the date of deduction, not the accounting period in which the expense is booked. Once TDS is deducted in July 2026, it must be deposited within the prescribed due date applicable for July deductions.
2. Can a deductor revise the nature of payment or TDS section after filing the quarterly TDS statement?
Yes. If the deductor has quoted an incorrect section of deduction or nature of payment, the error should be rectified by filing a correction statement through the prescribed TDS correction process, subject to validation by the tax authorities.
3. Is Form 141 required if the TDS deducted on an immovable property transaction is subsequently refunded to the buyer due to cancellation of the agreement?
If TDS has already been deducted and deposited, the reporting obligation under Form 141 generally continues. Any subsequent cancellation or refund must be dealt with as per the correction or refund mechanism prescribed under the Income Tax Act, 2025.
4. Can a single Challan ITNS 281 be linked to multiple deductees in the quarterly TDS statement?
Yes. A single challan may be utilized for multiple deductees, provided the aggregate tax deposited matches the total TDS reported and the challan particulars are correctly quoted in the TDS statement.
5. What compliance issues arise when the BSR Code, CIN, or challan serial number is reported incorrectly in the TDS statement?
Incorrect challan particulars may result in unmatched tax payments, short-payment defaults, demand notices, or non-reflection of TDS credit to deductees. Such errors should be corrected by filing a correction statement.
6. Is Form 131 required to be regenerated after filing a correction statement affecting deductee details?
Yes. If the correction statement modifies PAN, TDS amount, challan allocation, or any deductee-related information, a revised Form 131 should be generated and issued to ensure the certificate reflects the updated particulars.
7. How should excess TDS deposited through Challan ITNS 281 be adjusted against future TDS liabilities?
Excess tax deposited cannot be adjusted arbitrarily. The adjustment must comply with the provisions and procedures prescribed under the Income Tax Act, 2025, and should be appropriately reflected in the subsequent TDS statement or refund process, wherever permitted.
8. What are the compliance consequences if the PAN quoted for the deductee is invalid or inoperative?
Quoting an invalid or inoperative PAN may result in higher TDS deduction requirements under the applicable provisions, processing defaults, correction statement obligations, and delayed credit to the deductee.
9. Can Form 137 be filed after the prescribed due date if the Government office identifies an omission in book adjustment reporting?
Yes, delayed filing may be possible; however, the Government office may face consequences under the applicable provisions for non-compliance. Any omission should be rectified at the earliest through the prescribed reporting process.
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