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Writing to the deductor to correct its TDS return
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Facts
A clear written request with your PAN, the period, the amounts in Form 16 and in 26AS, and the gap helps the deductor's TDS team act quickly.
Provisions and law
- Sec 200(3), Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 397(3)(b))The deductor files quarterly TDS statements and can file correction statements to fix errors.
- Sec 203, Income-tax Act 1961 (now Sec 395(4))The deductor must issue a TDS certificate (Form 16 or 16A) for tax deducted.
Analysis
Write: 'For FY 2025-26, Form 16 Part B shows TDS of ₹84,000, but Form 26AS for AY 2026-27 shows ₹60,000. The gap of ₹24,000 relates to Q4. Please file a correction statement and confirm the token number.' Attach the 26AS page. Ask for a timeline and follow up after two weeks.
Conclusion
- Note PAN, financial year, quarter and amounts.
- Attach Form 26AS and Form 16 pages.
- Email HR or the payroll or TDS team.
- Ask for the correction token number.
- Follow up in writing.
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