📌 Income Tax Due Date Reminder – TDS/TCS Payment for September 2025

 

🗓️ Due Date: 7th October 2025

The Income Tax Department mandates strict timelines for the deposit of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS). One such crucial compliance date approaching is 7th October 2025, which is the last date for depositing TDS/TCS for the month of September 2025.

In this article, we’ll cover the significance of this due date, who needs to comply, and the consequences of delays.

🔹 Understanding TDS (Tax Deducted at Source)

TDS is a mechanism where tax is deducted at the time of making certain payments such as salary, rent, interest, commission, or professional fees. The deductor (employer or payer) withholds tax at the prescribed rate and deposits it with the government.

This system helps ensure that tax revenue is collected regularly throughout the year rather than at the end of the financial year.

Common Examples of TDS Deductions:

  • Salary payments (Section 192)

  • Interest on fixed deposits (Section 194A)

  • Rent exceeding ₹2.4 lakh annually (Section 194I)

  • Contractor or professional payments (Sections 194C, 194J)

Once TDS is deducted, the deductor must deposit it by the 7th of the following month, making 7th October 2025 the due date for September deductions.

🔹 Understanding TCS (Tax Collected at Source)

TCS is collected by the seller from the buyer at the time of sale of specific goods or services such as scrap, liquor, motor vehicles, or e-commerce transactions.

Under the Income Tax Act, Section 206C, the seller is responsible for collecting and remitting this tax to the government.

For the month of September 2025, all TCS collected by businesses or e-commerce operators must also be deposited by 7th October 2025.

⚖️ Why Timely Compliance Matters

Adhering to due dates for TDS and TCS payments is not just a legal formality—it’s a key part of responsible tax compliance. Delay in payment or non-deposit can lead to financial penalties and interest, and even affect your credibility as a compliant business entity.

Key Reasons to Stay Compliant:

  1. Avoid interest and late fees – Interest under Section 201(1A) applies at 1% per month for delayed deduction and 1.5% per month for delayed deposit.

  2. Prevent disallowance of expenses – Non-compliance may result in certain business expenses being disallowed under Section 40(a)(ia).

  3. Maintain business reputation – Timely payment reinforces a company’s compliance track record and builds trust with stakeholders.

🧾 Step-by-Step Process for TDS/TCS Deposit

  1. Calculate the total TDS/TCS deducted or collected for September 2025.

  2. Use Challan ITNS 281 for depositing the tax online via the Income Tax e-payment portal.

  3. Select the correct assessment year – for September 2025, the AY will be 2026–27.

  4. Provide TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) correctly to ensure accurate credit.

  5. Generate a challan counterfoil/receipt after successful payment for your records.

🕒 Due Dates Summary

TypePeriodDue Date
TDS PaymentSeptember 20257th October 2025
TCS PaymentSeptember 20257th October 2025

⚠️ Consequences of Late Deposit

Failure to deposit TDS/TCS within the due date can result in:

  • Interest under Section 201(1A):

    • 1.5% per month from the date of deduction to the date of deposit.

  • Penalty under Section 271C:

    • Equal to the amount of tax not deducted or deposited.

  • Prosecution under Section 276B:

    • In extreme cases, imprisonment from 3 months to 7 years and fine.

These provisions highlight how critical it is for businesses and individuals to stay compliant with their tax responsibilities.

🧩 Best Practices to Ensure Compliance

✅ Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all TDS/TCS transactions.
✅ Use accounting software or professional tax consultants to track deadlines.
✅ Verify TAN details and challan numbers before payment.
✅ File TDS/TCS returns (Forms 24Q, 26Q, 27EQ) on time after deposit.
✅ Reconcile 26AS/Annual Information Statement (AIS) regularly.

Timely tax compliance not only helps avoid penalties but also ensures smooth operations and credibility with tax authorities.

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