Follow this step-by-step guide to create and file your eTDS return:


1. Navigate to eTDS Filing

  • Go to Payroll > Compliance > eTDS Filing

  • You’ll see a list of previously filed returns and their statuses

2. Create a New Return

  • Click New Return

  • A popup form will appear

    • Return Type: Default is "Regular" (no correction option available yet)

    • Form Type: Choose 24Q (for salaried employees) or 26Q (for consultants/service providers)

    • Financial Year & Quarter: Select the applicable period

  • Click Create to initiate the return as a draft

 3. Add Challans

  • On the draft return page, click + Add Challan

  • Fill in the challan details

  • Click Save to record the challan

4. Assign Employees to Challan

  • Click the + icon or Assign Employee link next to Total Employees

  • Select the employees whose TDS is reported under this challan

5. Submit & Generate TXT File

  • After assigning employees, click Submit

  • This will generate a .TXT eTDS file for validation

 6. Validate & Submit

  • Use the NSDL File Validation Utility (FVU) to validate the .TXT file

  • Fix any errors and re-validate until errors are resolved

  • The validated file can then be submitted to a TIN-FC (Tax Information Network Facilitation Center)

7. Edit or Delete Challans (If Needed)

  • Challans can be edited (using the Pencil icon) or deleted (using the Trash icon)

  • Confirm deletion when prompted

Reference

For full details and screen visuals, refer to:
SumoPayroll eTDS Filing Guide