Process to Prepare and File 24Q TDS Return

ExpressTDS || Process to Prepare and File 24Q TDS Return


Process to Prepare and File 24Q TDS Return via Express TDS

Step 1: Login and Select Deductor
  1. Login to https://www.expresstds.com/
  2. From the Deductor Master list, select the company/deductor for whom the TDS return is being prepared.
      

Step 2: Start Filing
  1. Navigate to the Return Summary section.
  2. Click on the Start Filing option.
      
  1. Select the appropriate Form (24Q), quarter, year and type (Regular or Correction) and click Submit.
            


Step 3: Create Return Process
  1. Click on the View option to begin creating the return.
            


Step 4: Enter Deductee Transactions (Manual)
  1. Click on the deductee to manually add transactions for the selected quarter.
Step 5: Import Transactions
  1. Use the Import Return option on the left side menu to download the template and prepare the return data offline.
  2. Upload the filled template via the same Import Return section.
      
      

  1. For additional guidance, refer to the deductee transaction process guide.
Step 6: Map Challans
  1. Map the challans by one of the following methods:
    1. Manual Mapping: Add challan details directly.
    2. Excel Upload: Import challan data using an Excel file.
    3. Bulk Challan Mapping: Map multiple challans in bulk.
  2. Refer to the challan mapping guide for step-by-step instructions.

Step 7: To add Salary Details (Annexure-II) - 
Salary details are mandatory for e-filing the Fourth Quarter returns for all employees.
You can enter salary details under Salary Details (Annexure-II).

 Add Salary Details → You can add salary details using one of two methods: Manual Addition or Bulk Import.
1. Manual Addition 
  1. Click on the "Add" icon.
  2. A salary creation table will appear.
  3. Enter the transaction details, including the employee's name and PAN.
  4. Enter the complete details.
  5. Press "ENTER" to create the transaction.
2. Bulk Import
  1. Click on the Import Salary Details option and download the Excel template
  2. Enter the details as mentioned in the shared Note.
  3. Save the Excel file and upload it by clicking on Import Salary Details.
  4. If any errors occur during the import process, download the error log for corrections.

Step 8: Verify Return Data
  1. Navigate to the Computation and Health Table sections to verify the accuracy and completeness of the return data.      
      
  1. Ensure all discrepancies or errors are resolved before proceeding.

Step 9: Validate and Upload
  1. After thorough review, click on Validate and Upload.
      
  1. Choose one of the following options:
    1. Generate FVU (IT Portal): For returns uploaded directly to the Income Tax Portal.
    2. Generate FVU (OLTAS): For returns uploaded through the OLTAS system.
                        
Step 10: E-File the Return
  1. Click on the E-file option.
  2. You will be redirected to the Income Tax Portal to complete the e-filing process.
For detailed steps on generating and filing FVU, refer to the FVU generation guide.

By following these steps, you can successfully prepare and file the 24Q TDS return.

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