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How to File Online TDS Return on NSDL Official Portal

Updated on: 03 Feb, 2025 07:25 PM

There are lots of third-party software to file TDS returns online, but RPU (Return preparation utility) developed by NSDL is free and easy to use. You can prepare the TDS return and validate it using this tool. The entire process can be done online if the taxpayer is already registered on the Income Tax official portal. Let us explain the step-by-step process to file a TDS return using NSDL RPU.

NSDL Official Portal

How to check OLTAS-Challan Status

Step 1: Checking the Challan Status

Access the link: https://tin.tin.nsdl.com/oltas/

Challan Status

Step 02: Select the TAN-based view option.

Provide the necessary details as follows (Choose a Date Range 2-3 days before or after the challan date).

TAN-based view option

Step 03: Review the details of the challan.

details of the challan

Input the challan amount and then select 'Confirm Amount.' The resulting display will show the matched amount. You can download the challan file, which will be required for TDS return filing.

Step-by-step process to e-file TDS return using NSDL RPU

Step 1. Download the NSDL RPU version 4.8 from the link below:
https://www.protean-tinpan.com/services/etds-etcs/etds-rpu.html

NSDL RPU version 4.8

Step 2. Save the zip file on your computer after downloading it. extract the file and launch it.

extract the file and launch it

Step 3. Tap on continue.

Step 4. Fill in the details in the required field.
On the first page, you need to fill in the basic details as shown below. If you are filing a revised return, you must enter the receipt number of the original return.

receipt number

Step 5. Receipt No of previous return is RRR Number

RRR Number

Step 6. Now click on the ‘Challan’ Tab

Challan

Step 7. The number of rows depends on how many deductee entries are adjusted against each challan. For example, suppose there are two challans. Challan-1 pays the TDS of one deductee/employee/one PAN entry.
Challan-2 pays the TDS of three deductee/employee/PAN entries. Then the number of rows will be Challan-1 = 1 row and Challan-2 = 3 rows.
If there is a lot of data, you can prepare a summary in Excel and then copy-paste it into the utility.
Make sure to format the date cells as [DD-MM-YYYY], and the number cells as general format with two digits, such as 10000.00.

deductee entries

Step 8. Now return to Form and save a draft file with the information that CSI provides (step1) Save the downloaded file.

CSI provides

Frequently Asked Questions

Q- Who is required to file a TDS Return?

Any person or entity responsible for deducting tax at the source is required to file a NSDL TDS Return. This includes employers, banks, and other entities making specified payments under the Income Tax Act.


Q- What are the different types of TDS Returns?

The different types of NSDL TDS Return include Form 24Q for salary, Form 26Q for non-salary payments to residents, Form 27Q for payments to non-residents, and Form 27EQ for TCS (Tax Collected at Source) payments.


Q- Is it possible to revise a TDS Return after filing?

Yes, it is possible to revise NSDL TDS Returns after filing. The process involves filing a correction statement with the correct details and mentioning the reasons for the revision.


CA Abhishek Soni

CA Abhishek Soni
Founder & CEO at Tax2win

Abhishek Soni is a Chartered Accountant by profession and an entrepreneur by passion. He has wide industry experience in telecom, retail, manufacturing, and entertainment and has handled various national and international assignments. He is the co-founder and CEO of Tax2win.in. Tax2win, an online tax filing platform, provides the easiest way to e-file your Income Tax Return in India. Through Tax2win.in, Abhishek endeavors to revolutionize how individuals file their income tax returns, offering a seamless and user-friendly experience.