Recurring due dates
| When | What is due | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 7th of each month | TDS and TCS deposit for the previous month | Deductions of March are due on 30 April. Rule 218 keeps the earlier Rule 30 timing. Eligible deductors may deposit quarterly on 7 Jul, 7 Oct, 7 Jan and 30 Apr. |
| 11th of each month | GSTR-1 for the previous month | Monthly filers. Quarterly (QRMP) filers have different dates. |
| 15th of each month | PF contribution and ECR; ESI contribution | For the previous wage month. |
| 20th of each month | GSTR-3B for the previous month | Monthly filers. Quarterly (QRMP) filers have different dates. |
| 31 Jul, 31 Oct, 31 Jan, 31 May | Quarterly TDS statements: Form 138 (salary, was 24Q) and Form 140 (non-salary, was 26Q) | For the quarters ending 30 Jun, 30 Sep, 31 Dec and 31 Mar. |
| 15 June | Form 130 salary TDS certificate to employees (was Form 16) | By 15 June after the tax year; generated from TRACES. |
| 15 days after each statement date | Form 131 non-salary TDS certificates (was Form 16A) | Within 15 days of the statement due date. |
| Varies by state | Professional tax | Rates, slabs and due dates are set by each state. Check your state's professional tax department for the date. |
Next 12 months
These are the dates the calendar file adds to your calendar, with a reminder two days before.
| Date | Due | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Loading the dates for the next 12 months. | ||
This is an estimate for planning, not tax, legal or accounting advice. Check figures with a qualified professional before you rely on them. Due dates shown are the statutory dates; if a date falls on a weekend or holiday the deadline may move, so check the official notice.
Common questions
When is TDS deposited?
Tax deducted in a month is deposited by the 7th of the next month. Tax deducted in March is deposited by 30 April. Rule 218 of the Income-tax Rules, 2026 keeps the earlier timing.
What are the due dates for TDS returns?
Quarterly TDS statements are due on 31 July, 31 October, 31 January and 31 May. Salary TDS uses Form 138 (was 24Q) and other TDS uses Form 140 (was 26Q).
When are PF and ESI due?
PF and ESI contributions for a wage month are due by the 15th of the next month.
What happens if a due date is a holiday?
Deadlines can move to the next working day in some cases. The calendar file uses the statutory date, so check the official notice.
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