Online TAN Registration Services in Delhi

TAN registration is required for:

• Companies (public or private)
• Proprietorships and partnerships
• Government agencies
• Trusts and societies
• Individuals deducting TDS for rent, contractor payments, professional fees, etc.
• Any entity required to collect TCS

Even small businesses or individuals, if they deduct TDS, must obtain a TAN.

Step 1: Visit the NSDL/Protean portal

Navigate to the TAN application section.

Step 2: Select Application Form 49B

Choose the appropriate category (company, firm, individual, etc.)

Step 3: Fill in Required Details

You will need:

• Name and address of the deductor
• PAN of the responsible person
• Contact details

Step 4: Submit the Form

Review and submit the application online.

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee

A nominal fee (usually around ₹65–75) may be charged.

Step 6: Print and Sign the Acknowledgment

The acknowledgment form must be signed and either:

• Sent to the designated NSDL office, or
• Submitted via Aadhaar-based e-signature (if available)

Step 7: Receive TAN

Once processed, TAN is allotted and sent by email and physical mail.

6. Offline Application Process

Applicants can also submit Form 49B physically at a TIN-Facilitation Centre. The centre will forward the form for processing.

7. Documents Required

Usually, no documents are required for TAN registration unless there is a discrepancy. Basic details of the deductor are sufficient.

8. Quoting TAN: When and Where

TAN must be quoted in:

• TDS return forms (24Q, 26Q, 27Q, etc.)
• TCS return forms (27EQ)
• TDS/TCS certificates
• Challans for TDS/TCS deposit
• All correspondence with the Income Tax Department

9. Correcting or Changing TAN Details

If the deductor needs to modify details like address, contact number, or name, they can file a TAN Correction/Change Request Form online or offline.

10. Consequences of Non-Compliance

• Penalty of ₹10,000 for failure to apply for TAN
• Rejection of TDS payment
• Delay in processing TDS returns
• Difficulties in tax credit for deductees

11. Conclusion

TAN registration is a crucial compliance requirement for anyone responsible for deducting or collecting tax in India. The process is simple, affordable, and mostly online. Obtaining and properly quoting TAN ensures smooth TDS/TCS operations, accurate tax credit allocation, and avoids penalties.