Overview
TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) is a 10-digit alphanumeric number issued by the Income Tax Department of India to entities responsible for deducting or collecting taxes.
TAN is mandatory for entities that are responsible for deducting or collecting taxes, including deductors and collectors of tax, as well as government agencies.
TAN must be quoted in all TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and TCS (Tax Collected at Source) returns and corresponding payments to the government.
Documents Requirements
Required in Soft Copy Only
Documents of Individual
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PAN Card
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Address Proof ( Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Property Tax / Driving Licence / Passport / Bank Statement )
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Email id and Mobile Number
Required in Soft Copy Only
Documents of Other than Individual
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Incorporation Documents
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PAN Card of Business/ Authorised Signatory
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Address Proof ( Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Property Tax / Driving Licence / Passport / Bank Statement )
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Registered Email id & Mobile No.
Frequently Asked Question
Yes, TAN is valid for the lifetime of the entity and does not require renewal.
Non-compliance with TAN requirements may result in penalties and legal consequences, including fines and interest on outstanding taxes.
Yes, it is possible to correct or update TAN information by submitting a request to the Income Tax Department along with the necessary documentation.
TAN must be quoted in all TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and TCS (Tax Collected at Source) returns and corresponding payments to the government.
No, a person cannot hold more than one TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) card in India.