Procedure for Online TAN Application
Follow these steps to complete your TAN application online via the official portal for TAN services.
- Visit the Official Website
- Go to www.tin-nsdl.com.
- Select “TAN.”
- From the “Services” dropdown menu, choose “TAN.”
- Apply Online
- Click on “Apply Online.”
- New TAN Application
- Select “New TAN.”
- Category of Deductors
- Choose the appropriate category from the list provided.
- Form 49B
- You will be redirected to Form 49B; fill it accurately and completely.
- Submit
- Click “Submit” after completing the form.
- Acknowledgement
- An acknowledgement screen will display a 14-digit acknowledgement number, applicant name, status, contact details, payment details, and space for signature.
- Print and Send
- Save and print the acknowledgement.
- Send the signed acknowledgement to:
- Protean eGov Technologies Limited, 5th Floor, Mantri Sterling, Plot No. 341, Survey No. 997/98, Model Colony, Near Deep Bungalow Chowk, Pune – 411016
Documents Required for TAN Application
No documents are required to be uploaded for a new TAN application. Only the signed acknowledgement slip must be posted to the designated address.
How to Know TAN Details Using Applicant’s Name
Use the Income Tax Department’s e-Filing portal to find TAN details with a name-based search.
- Visit the Official Website
- Open the Income Tax Department’s e-Filing website and click “Know Your TAN.”
- TAN Search
- Select “Name” under the “TAN Search” tab.
- Category of Deductor and State
- Choose the appropriate deductor category and select your state.
- Enter Details
- Provide your name and registered mobile number.
- OTP Verification
- Click “Continue,” enter the OTP sent to your mobile, and proceed.
- Validation
- Click “Validate” to view TAN details on screen.
Consequences of Not Quoting TAN
Quoting a valid TAN is compulsory for all TDS/TCS compliances. Non-compliance attracts penalties and operational issues.
- Penalty
- ₹10,000 penalty under Section 272BB(1) for failure to quote TAN.
- The same penalty applies for quoting an incorrect TAN.
- Operational Impact
- TDS/TCS returns may be rejected by TIN facilitation centers.
- Banks may refuse to accept challans for TDS/TCS payments.