Compliance Check for “Specified Person” in ExpressTDS
The functionality in ExpressTDS allows tax deductors or collectors to verify if an individual is a “Specified Person” as defined under Section 206AB and 206CCA. The verification can be done using two modes: PAN Search (for single PAN verification) or Bulk Search (for multiple PANs).
Prerequisites
- Ensure the deductor is registered on https://report.insight.gov.in/.
- Update your User ID and password in Deductor Master within ExpressTDS.
Compliance Check Options
Option 1: By PAN Compliance Option
Step 1: Select the relevant Deductor/Company.
Step 2: Click on PAN Compliances.
For Single PAN Verification:
- Enter the deductee’s PAN in the designated field and click verify.
For Bulk PAN Verification:
- Select Bulk Upload.
- Download the provided Excel template, fill in the PAN details, and save.
- Import the completed Excel template and click on Start Verification.
Once verification is complete, the status will be displayed, and a report will be sent to the registered email address.
Option 2: By Computation and Health Option
Step 1: Select the Deductor/Company.
Step 2: In the Return Summary, select the return for which you want to perform the compliance check.
Step 3: Click on Computation and Health.
Step 4: In the Compliance Check Status table, click View Detail.
Step 5: Enter the Captcha to proceed; the status will update shortly.
Step 6: To download the updated information, use the Download option under Computation and Health.
Option 3: By Total Deductee Option
Step 1: Select your Deductor/Company.
Step 2: Go to the Total Deductee View option.
Step 3: Prepare and import data following these instructions.
Step 4: Click on Compliance Check.
Step 5: Wait for the status to update, then download the results using the Export Excel option.
This comprehensive approach allows for efficient compliance verification with Sections 206AB and 206CCA, ensuring accuracy in deductor obligations.