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Overview

TAN or Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number is a 10 digit alpha numeric number required to be obtained by all persons who are responsible for deducting or collecting tax. Under Section 203A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, it is mandatory to quote Tax Deduction Account Number (TAN) allotted by the Income Tax Department (ITD) on all TDS returns.

Since last few years ITD has revised the structure of TAN. It is a unique 10 digit alphanumeric code. Accordingly, they have issued TAN in this new format to all existing TAN holders.

To facilitate deductors find their new TAN, ITD has now introduced a search facility in their website (www.incometaxindia.gov.in). Through this facility deductors can search on their name and old TAN to find the new TAN. Deductors are advised to find the new TAN from this site before it is incorporated in their e-TDS return file to avoid any inconvenience at the time of furnishing e-TDS return.

Types of TAN Application

There are two types of TAN Applications

Application for issuance of new TAN (Form 49B)

This application form should be used when the deductor has never applied for a TAN or does not have a TAN.

Form for Change or Correction in TAN data for TAN Allotted

This application form should be used by the deductors in case they want a Change or Correction in data associated with their TAN.

How to Apply

A deductor may either make an online application through this website or submit physical TAN Application to any TIN-Facilitation Center (TIN-FC) of NSDL.

Applicants should go through the instructions and guidelines provided in the application form before filling the form.

Where to get the physical application forms

Applicants may obtain the application forms from TIN-FCs, any other vendors providing such forms or can freely download the same from this website.

Communication

These applications are digitised by NSDL and forwarded to ITD. ITD will issue the TAN which will be intimated to NSDL online. On the basis of this NSDL will issue the TAN letter to the applicant.

Status track

The applicants may track the status of their TAN application using 14 digit unique Acknowledgment Number after three days of application using the status track facility. Alternatively, applicant may call TIN Call Centre on 020 – 2721 8080 to enquire about the status of application. The status of the TAN application can also be tracked by sending an SMS – NSDLTAN <your 14 digit acknowledgement number> to 57575.

Fee

The processing fee for the both the applications (new TAN and change request) is 63 (including service taxes).

FAQ

What is the procedure to obtain a TAN?

An application for allotment of TAN is to be filed in Form 49B and submitted to any TIN-FC. Addresses of TIN-FCs are available at NSDL-TIN website. Alternatively, you can apply for TAN online at the NSDL-TIN website.

From where can I obtain Form 49B?

Form 49B is freely downloadable from NSDL-TIN website. It is also available at TIN-FCs. Legible photocopies of Form 49B or forms legibly printed exactly as per the format prescribed by ITD are also allowed to be used.

Who will allot TAN?

TAN is allotted by the Income-tax Department on the basis of the application submitted online at NSDL-TIN website or to TIN-FCs managed by NSDL. NSDL will intimate the TAN to the applicant at the address provided in the application.

Can an application for TAN be made on a plain paper?

No. TAN Application can be made only on Form 49B. The application form can be downloaded from ITD website or NSDL-TIN website or may be obtained from any other source. The application is also available at TIN-FCs.

Can Form 49B be filled on a typewriter?

Yes. But typing should be in capital letters with good impression.

What documents should be submitted alongwith the TAN application?

No documents are required to be submitted along with the application for allotment of TAN. However, where the application is being made online, the signed acknowledgment which is generated after filling up the form should be forwarded to NSDL. Detailed guidelines for submission of application are available on NSDL-TIN website.

Is a separate TAN required to be obtained for the purpose of Tax Collection at Source (TCS)?

No. TAN which was allotted for Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) can be used for the purpose of TCS. However, if no TAN has been allotted, a duly filled in Form 49B, alongwith the application fees should be submitted at any TIN-FC.

What if incomplete form 49B is submitted?

If you are submitting the form at a TIN-FC, the TIN-FC will assist you in correctly filling up Form 49B. Incomplete or deficient applications will not be accepted.

Are there any charges to be paid while submitting application for TAN?

A fee of Rs. 55 + service tax (as applicable) should be paid as processing fee at the TIN-FC at the time of submitting Form 49B. If you are applying for TAN online, then the payment can be made vide cheque, demand draft or credit card as per the guidelines given in the NSDL-TIN website.

How will the new TAN number be intimated to the applicant?

An allotment letter is dispatched by NSDL at the address provided in Form 49B.

How can I enquire about the status of my application?

You can inquire the status of your application by accessing NSDL-TIN website at the “Status track” option and quoting your unique 14-digit acknowledgement number after three days of your application.